The danger Tasmanian police officers put themselves in each day, and the sacrifice they make for community protection, was recognised at a remembrance day ceremony in Hobart on Thursday.
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The event was held in conjunction with others across the country as part of National Police Remembrance Day.
Acting Police Commissioner Scott Tilyard described the day as an important yet sombre day.
“We remember our fallen colleagues as we light a remembrance candle in their memory today and share the losses felt by their families and loved ones,” he said.
“We come together in camaraderie, wearing the traditional blue and white chequerboard ribbon, to pay tribute to the fallen and to provide support to each other.”
The life of Hobart police officer Kenneth Shaw was acknowledged this year.
Constable Shaw died aged 42 after assisting colleagues during an arrest at the Tasmanian Cricket Association Ground in 1982.
He was kicked in the leg by a person resisting arrest, and died two days later from a blood clot.
“Serving in what are often challenging and dangerous situations, we are reminded how an ordinary day can turn into a tragic one,” Acting Commissioner Tilyard.
“In what is a day of reflection, I acknowledge and praise the dedication and commitment of our members to serving the Tasmanian Community.”
“As we pause to remember those who are no longer with us, it is also a time to reach out to those around us and ask; are you ok?”
