Families of people who have lost their lives on the roads in Hampshire, the Isle of Wight and Thames Valley will take part in special services this coming weekend to commemorate their loved ones.
The Joint Operations Roads Policing Unit of Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary and Thames Valley Police will be holding two memorial services to support the families and friends of those who have died as a result of collisions on our roads.
Where and when
The dedicated services will be held in Winchester and Thame on Sunday 17th November.
The Hampshire and Isle of Wight service will be held at 2.30pm in Christ Church, Christchurch Road, Winchester, and will be led by Revd Dom Jones.
The Thames Valley service will take place at 2.30pm in St Mary the Virgin Church, Church Road, Thame, Oxfordshire, and will be led by Assistant Force Chaplain Graham Choldcroft.
Also attending the services will be local dignitaries, roads policing officers and personnel from fire and ambulance services who all wish to pay their respects.
Families and friends who have been bereaved as a result of road traffic collisions are also invited to attend the services in remembrance of their loved ones.
Hart: A significant and life-long impact on those left behind
Chief Inspector Emma Hart, of the Joint Operations Roads Policing Unit, said,
“The death of a loved one in such tragic circumstances always has a significant and life-long impact on those left behind.
“These services are an opportunity for the family, friends and colleagues of those who have lost their lives, to come together and remember them.”
Jones: I truly wish we did not have to have these services
Revd Dom Jones added,
“These services are such an important annual event for the force and the community.
“They serve as a timely reminder of the dangers of our roads but first and foremost, they are an opportunity for our families to come together to spend some time with others who have experienced losing a loved one on the roads.
“I truly wish we did not have to have these services.
“However, it is a privilege for me to lead them and I hope that they can be of some support to those who attend.”
Make contact if planning to attend
All are welcome to attend. however due to church capacity, we would therefore request that those wishing to attend please contact first.
For those wishing to attend the Hampshire or Thames Valley service, please contact us by emailing [email protected]
News shared by Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary, in their own words. Ed
