Today (January 5) marks 40 years since three police officers tragically drowned in Blackpool while attempting a sea rescue.
A short memorial service will be held in memory of PC Colin Morrison, 38, PC Angela Bradley, 24, and PC Gordon Connolly, 23, who died whilst attempting to rescue Alistair Anthony who had entered the sea at Gynn Square.
Alistair also died, while attempting to rescue his Jack Russell dog from the choppy water.
The formal event open to all, led by Chief Constable Chris Rowley, will take place at the memorial plaque within Jubilee Gardens, Gynn Square.
It is set to start at 1.30pm and will last for around 45 minutes.
Those present will be asked to fall silent to remember those who died in the 1983 tragedy.
A police spokesperson said: “As many of you will be aware and remember, January 5 marks the 40th anniversary of the drowning of PC Colin Morrison, PC Angela Bradley, PC Gordon Connolly, who tragically died whilst attempting to rescue Alistair Anthony who had entered the sea at Gynn Square Blackpool.
“As is the case each year, we will gather, remember and then fall silent to recognise the ultimate sacrifice the officers paid on this day.
“The formal event open to all, led by Chief Constable Chris Rowley, will start at 1.30pm on Thursday January 5 we ask that those attending are present no later than 1:20pm.
“The event will be held at the dedicated memorial plaque within Jubilee Gardens, Gynn Square, opposite the Savoy Hotel, and car parking is available opposite.
“All are welcome to join colleagues past and present and our blue light colleagues and partners in remembering this tragic event.”
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