The Polish Police have joined the international INTERPOL campaign 'Remembering Fallen Officers'. As part of the initiative, on March 6 and 7, police headquarters buildings across the country, including in Opole and Poznań, were illuminated in blue. The initiative aims to pay tribute to police officers who lost their lives in the line of duty and to express solidarity with their families and colleagues. The campaign is global in nature, with all member countries of the organization encouraged to participate.
INTERPOL's international campaign
The 'Remembering Fallen Officers' action is a global INTERPOL initiative in which member countries participate. Its goal is to commemorate police officers who died in the line of duty.
Blue illumination of buildings
The campaign's symbol is blue light. In Poland, on March 6 and 7, police headquarters and other police buildings in many cities, including Opole and Poznań, were illuminated in blue, giving it a visual and symbolic dimension.
Expression of respect and solidarity
The action primarily serves to pay tribute to fallen officers. It also aims to show support for their families, friends, and colleagues who remain in service, emphasizing the unity of the police community.
The Polish Police took part in the international campaign by INTERPOL called 'Remembering Fallen Officers'. The initiative, symbolized by blue light, aims to commemorate police officers who lost their lives while on duty. In response to the organization's appeal, on March 6 and 7, 2026, police headquarters buildings across Poland were illuminated in blue. The action was both visual and symbolic, serving as an expression of memory, respect, and solidarity with the fallen officers and their loved ones. The tradition of commemorating fallen officers dates back to the beginnings of organized police forces. In Poland, Police Day is celebrated on July 24, the anniversary of the establishment of the State Police in 1919. International actions, such as INTERPOL campaigns, highlight the global dimension of risk and sacrifice in the police profession. According to statements published on the official Police website, the campaign is global and was directed at all INTERPOL member countries. Illuminating buildings is just one element of the action, the essence of which is a moment of reflection and silence to honor the memory. The materials emphasized that "today we stand together in silence," indicating the communal and solemn nature of the event. Information from regional portals, such as Radio Opole or epoznan.pl, confirms the local dimension of the action, documenting the illumination of buildings in specific cities. The campaign was not linked to any specific, newly announced statistical data regarding the number of police officers killed in Poland or worldwide recently. It was primarily a symbolic and community-integrating initiative. The sources lack information about any accompanying ceremonies, laying of wreaths, or official speeches at the central level. The action fits into the broader context of efforts to build the ethos of service and appreciate the risks associated with police work.