In a moment no one expected, a Queensland couple welcomed their baby boy into the world with the help of two police officers, right outside Deception Bay police station.
Officers Step In As Labour Begins
On the morning of 1 March 2025, Constables Jacob Pennisi and Philippe Stigner were returning from callouts when Nathaniel Pedler flagged them down outside the station, his wife Julie was in labour and couldn’t make it to hospital.
As Constable Stigner called Triple Zero, Constable Pennisi grabbed a towel. With the operator’s help, the officers delivered baby Blake in the car park just minutes before paramedics arrived.
Station CCTV shows the officers jumping into action, with baby Blake’s first cries echoing moments later. The whole delivery unfolded in under five minutes.
Family Returns To Say Thanks
In the days that followed, the Pedler family returned to Deception Bay police station to personally thank the officers who helped deliver their child. Julie said everything happened so fast that there was little time to think, but she was grateful for how calmly the officers responded.
The Queensland Police Service also acknowledged the moment in a Mother’s Day message, sharing the story publicly to recognise Julie’s strength and the officers’ actions during an unexpected and high-pressure situation.
A Unique Day On The Job
Constable Pennisi later said the day had started like any other, and the last thing they expected was to be delivering a baby. He added that police never really know what the next job will bring, but moments like this stand out as memorable and meaningful.
Both officers were praised by their colleagues and the wider community for staying composed and acting quickly in a situation far outside the usual scope of police duties. The response highlighted the wide range of roles officers sometimes play, especially in local communities.
A Moment That Brought The Community Closer
The moment showed how local police support goes beyond crime and emergencies. Deception Bay locals praised the officers for their care and quick response.
For one family, a routine morning took an unexpected turn. But with help from two police officers at the right place and time, a new life began safely.
Published 14-May-2025
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