A NSW police officer who took his own life last month has been identified as father-of-two Sergeant Matthew Theoklis, 7NEWS.com.au reports.
The father of three-year-old twin girls was found dead at the Sydney Police Centre in Surry Hills on November 30.
Theoklis, known as ‘Theo’, leaves behind his fiancee Rebekah, also a serving member of the NSW Police Force, and daughters Brooke and Sophie, who “adore their dad”.
He had been a police officer since 2005 and was promoted to the rank of Sergeant in December 2019 for the Eastern Beaches Police Area Command, according to a NSW Police fundraiser for his heartbroken family.
![](https://greekherald.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/9ae687c0-39e7-11eb-bde7-c0ff8a91d7ea-768x1024.jpg)
At the time of his death, Sgt. Theoklis was performing duties with the Major Events and Emergency Management and State Planning Unit.
“Theo was a well-respected member of the NSW Police Force who took immense pride in his job,” a statement on the fundraiser read.
“He performed his duties with the highest of professionalism and will be remembered for the fun and antics, for which he was renowned.
![](https://greekherald.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Pink-Stationery-Literacy-Google-Classroom-Header-3-2-1024x256.png)
“Theo was a wonderful father who cherished his girls and would constantly talk about them.”
More than $50,000 has been pledged to a NSW Police Legacy fundraiser that will be put towards the “ongoing support and care of Brooke and Sophie throughout their lives”.
If you need help in a crisis, call Lifeline on 13 11 14.
For further information about depression contact beyondblue on 1300224636 or talk to your GP, local health professional or someone you trust.
Sourced By: 7News.com.au