Floral tributes to
fallen police officer
Flowers were laid in Stratford
to mark the 15th anniversary of the death of police constable Nina
Mackay.
Pc Mackay, 25, suffered fatal stab injuries as she and
other officers from the police's Territorial Support Group went to
arrest a wanted man at a flat in Arthingworth Street on October 24,
1997.
Mayor of Newham, Sir Robin Wales,
Nick Bracken, Newham Council's Divisional Director- Enforcement
& Safety, and police placed tributes at the memorial erected at
the housing association block where she was stabbed.
Sir Robin said: "Police officers put on their uniform every day
and risk their lives to protect us. Some pay the ultimate price to
ensure our safety. We must never forget their bravery and
commitment. This is an occasion to remember Nina and the courage
that she showed."
Detective Superintendent Helen Millichip said: "Nina was a
remarkable young woman, open minded, vivacious and determined. Her
loss demonstrates the unquestioned bravery and devotion which
officers display every day in protecting the people of
Newham."
A road close to the stabbing scene has been named Nina Mackay
Close in her memory. Pc Mackay is also remembered at the
Metropolitan Police memorial garden in Hendon by a Valiant Heart
rose named after her.