Brutal Murder of PC Blakelock During 1985 Broadwater Farm Riots Still Unsolved
On 6th October 1985, PC Keith Blakelock was savagely killed while trying to protect firefighters during the chaotic Broadwater Farm riots. Surrounded by a violent mob, the 40-year-old officer was stabbed and hacked to death in a horrifying attack.
Justice Still Elusive for Fallen Officer
Despite the passage of decades, the killers of PC Blakelock remain at large. His family, including his wife and three young sons, have yet to receive the justice they deserve.
A Hero Remembered
Blakelock’s sacrifice serves as a grim reminder of the dangers faced by police during public disorder. Today, we remember and honour his bravery.
RIP PC Blakelock – a true hero cut down in his prime.