Plaque and fountain honour two fallen Victoria officers
A year after their deaths, Detective Neal Thompson and Senior Constable Vadim de Waart-Hottart were remembered at a memorial service. They were shot during warrant service in the High Country.
Why it mattersThe shooting shook the community. Porepunkah became the starting point for one of Australia's biggest manhunts. These memorials ensure the two officers are not forgotten.
AustraliaDirect impact on Victoria and the policing community; memorials ensure ongoing public remembrance of two fallen officers.
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