PC Philip Walters was fatally shot in the chest while attending a disturbance in Empress Avenue, Ilford, on April 18, 1994.
The 28-year-old officer had been called to the scene with his colleague, PC Derek Shepherd, after reports of three men assaulting an occupant.
PC Walters’s mother lays flowers (Image: Metropolitan Police) As the suspects attempted to flee, a struggle ensued, resulting in PC Walters’ death.
PC Shepherd was also shot and injured during the incident.
Commander Stuart Bell paid tribute to PC Walters at the memorial service.
He said: “PC Philip Walters made the ultimate sacrifice for the community he served here in Redbridge 30 years ago.
“Each year it is an honour for local officers to join PC Walters’ loved ones, friends and former colleagues to remember his life and his service to this community.
“It is important to remind ourselves that behind the uniform of an officer was a brave young man – a son, a friend and a colleague who paid the ultimate sacrifice.”
He was awarded the Baton of Honour at police training school for his outstanding performance.
“The thoughts of the policing community here in Redbridge and across London are with Philip’s loved ones at this time.
“We should never take for granted the actions of police officers who put themselves in harm’s way to protect others and fight crime.”
The memorial service was attended by PC Walters’ family, friends, and former colleagues.
