National Police Memorial

In 2001, it was resolved to establish a National Police Memorial in Canberra.

The Memorial pays tribute to Australian Police Officers who have been killed on duty or have died as a result of their duties since the advent of policing in Australia and to recognise the unique nature of police service and the dangers that police face in their daily pursuits.
The $2.4million memorial was jointly funded by the Australian Government (through the Australian Federal Police), State and Territory Police Services and Police Federation of Australia.

The Memorial was completed and dedicated on 29 September 2006 (National Police Remembrance Day). Following the dedication ceremony, a criteria for future inclusion of names on the National Police Memorial was agreed upon together with a National Police Memorial Co-ordination Committee.

On this day

Senior Constable

David MASTERS

YEAR OF DEATH

26 June 2021

JURISDICTION

Queensland

DETAILS OF DEATH

At 3:00am on Saturday, 26 June 2021, Senior Constable David Masters was performing duties as a member of the Deception Bay Police Station on the Bruce Highway at Burpengary.

Senior Constable Masters deployed road spikes across the Highway in an attempt to stop the driver of a speeding stolen vehicle.

The driver has swerved and struck Senior Constable Masters, resulting in fatal injuries.

The driver of the stolen vehicle drove off from the scene.

Senior Constable Masters was provided immediate first aid treatment by his fellow police officers in attendance.

On this day

Senior Constable

Ashley P ANDERSON

YEAR OF DEATH

26 June 1987

JURISDICTION

Queensland

DETAILS OF DEATH

Senior Constable Anderson was killed in a traffic incident at Carrara.

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Affiliated events

Remembering mates – Wall to Wall Ride is held in September each year.

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National Police Remembrance Day is an annually recognised on 29th September.

Please note for 2025, services will be held on Monday 29th September.

Check with your State/Territory police organisation for local information of services to be held, or click here for more information.