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The police commissioner being on the beat in Nelson this New Year a year on from the death of one of its local officers will be a reassurance and comfort, the mayor says.

Richard Chambers says it's only right he is in the city where Senior Sergeant Lyn Fleming died on duty almost a year ago.

Fleming was the 34th name added to the police roll of honour, which recognises officers killed while working.

In September, a plaque was dedicated to her nestled in a garden outside Nelson Central Police Station.

"Tragically killed on duty...

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