The Royal Papua New Guinea Constabulary as well as its sister forces around the Pacific, Australia and New Zealand held a special memorial services early this morning (Thursday September 29) to remember those who have died in the line of duty over the last 12 months. September is the day set aside each year to honour and remember policemen and policewomen who have died in the line of duty throughout Papua New Guinea, the Pacific, and our sister countries Australia and New Zealand. It is also an opportunity to remember police officers who have lost their lives over the last 12 months through illness or other circumstances. For the Royal Papua New Guinea Constabulary, the memorial service will be held at the School of Excellence in Bomana in the National Capital District. This year we remember, First Constable 13713 Neil Maino, from Central Province attached to the Special Services Division. He was the Close Protection Officer to the Deputy Prime Minister late Hon. Sam Basil, both of whom died in a tragic car accident along Bulolo highway in the Morobe Province on May 11, 2022. Commissioner Manning said, “It is our responsibility to remember them and to stand by the families and the loved ones they have left behind. “Policing is a demanding profession. Those who promised on the Holy Bible to protect and serve the people, know the risks and dangers they will be faced with. “This day offers an important opportunity for us, the living, to remember those departed and to reflect upon our roles as police officers. We are reminded also of the common purpose we share and the shared responsibility we bear. “We will honour the legacy of our fallen heroes and remember their sacrifices. Lest we forget!”