WA premier says he can’t watch harrowing car crash footage
Sydney Morning Herald
February 25, 2026
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WA Premier Roger Cook has revealed that footage of a fatal car crash released by a court was too confronting for him to watch. The incident highlights the emotional and psychological challenges faced by public officials when exposed to traumatic content. Premier Cook’s inability to view the graphic footage underscores the difficulty in balancing empathy for victims with the responsibilities of leadership, particularly in matters involving public safety and policy decisions.
The fatal car crash occurred prior to the release of the video, which was
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Originally published on Sydney Morning Herald on 2/25/2026