Queensland Police Service honours the sacrifice of fallen officers on National Police Remembrance Day

• Marches and memorial services are being held across Queensland to honour fallen police officers on National Police Remembrance Day.
• Current and former police join family, friends and community members to pay their respects to officers killed on duty over the past 160 years.
• The Queensland Police Service (QPS) recognises all fallen officers, recently losing Constables Matthew Arnold and Rachel McCrow, and Senior Constable David Masters.

Police officers who have died in the line of duty are being remembered with marches and memorial services across the country for National Police Remembrance Day.

Premier Steven Miles and Police Minister Mark Ryan joined Commissioner Steve Gollschewski at a service in Brisbane to remember fallen police officers, including the late Senior Constable David Masters, Constable Matthew Arnold and Constable Rachel McCrow.

The Queensland Police Service is this year also recognising Gold Coast-based Senior Sergeant Brendan Wiblen who died during this year’s Wall to Wall Ride charity event earlier this month.

Services and marches held state-wide provide an opportunity to reflect upon the dedication and courage displayed by officers who have made the ultimate sacrifice.

Each year National Police Remembrance Day serves as a reminder of the commitment and dedication of police officers to protecting and serving their community.

Quotes attributable to Premier Steven Miles:

“Police go to work each and every day to keep our communities safe, often facing extremely challenging situations.

“Today is an opportunity to recognise the men and women who have paid the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.

“Let us all remember and honour the commitment of these officers and may we continue to remember their dedication and courage long after they are gone.”

Quotes attributable to Police Minister Mark Ryan:

“National Police Remembrance Day is a reminder to us all about the challenges police officers face each time they put on their uniform.

“I am honoured to be at this event to remember our fallen police, and extend the gratitude of Queenslanders to them for their courage and commitment.

“I ask the Queensland community to remember our fallen officers, not just on National Police Remembrance Day, but throughout the year.”

Quotes attributable to Commissioner Steve Gollschewski: 

“On National Police Remembrance Day we pause to reflect and remember the police officers who made the ultimate sacrifice while demonstrating their unwavering dedication to keeping our communities safe.

“In the 160 year history of the Queensland police, we’ve tragically lost 150 members.

“Today we stand in solidarity as a blue family to ensure the legacy of our fallen officers in Queensland and across the state never fades.

“I recognise the profound impact of recent deaths of Constables Rachel McCrow, Matthew Arnold and Senior Constable Dave Masters has had on our organisation, their family and friends, and community.

“With Honour They Served”

Further information:

Blue ribbons and memorial pins are available from police stations across Queensland for a small donation to Queensland Police Legacy and Community Supporting Police

Further information on National Police Remembrance Day is available at https://www.police.qld.gov.au/national-police-remembrance-day

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