Police officers, mayors and community leaders from across the region joined in commemorating National Police Remembrance Day at a special service in St Patrick’s Catholic Church in Glen Innes yesterday.
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“Police Remembrance Day is our opportunity to honour the sacrifices made by the members of the NSW Police Force,” Northern Tablelands MP Adam Marshall said.
“These brave men and women put their lives on the frontline every day for the protection of our own.
“Police officers confront some of the most dangerous and challenging situations imaginable to ensure the safety of our local communities.”
Since 1862, 252 NSW police officers have lost their lives while protecting the lives and property of others.
Mr Marshall said the New England Local Area Command had lost three officers over the last 100 years, the last being Detective Senior Constable Jack Nugter at Inverell in March 1995.
“May we never forget the sacrifices made by the brave men and women of the NSW Police Force and our own dedicated and community-focussed officer here in the Northern Tablelands,” he said.
“If you see a police officer today, say thank you to them. Not only do they deserve our respect and praise but it will also be warmly received.”