Deputy Commissioner Craig Mackey has paid tribute to PC Keith Palmer after the receipt of the Pride of Britain Outstanding Bravery award.
PC Palmer was stabbed to death by Khalid Masood on the palace of Westminster on March 22, 2017.
The 48-year-old was a married father who had served with the Met for 15 years. He was a passionate supporter of Charlton Athletic.
Deputy Commissioner Mackey said: “PC Keith Palmer came to work that day in March and had every right to think that he would return home at the end of his shift. Tragically that did not happen.
"Keith’s loss will be forever felt by his family, friends and his wider police family - the Met. He was a fantastic, committed and passionate police officer."
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