Pc Phillip Walters, who was shot dead on April 18 1995. - Credit: Archant The East Area's top police officer paid tribute to Pc Phillip Walters on the 26th anniversary of his death. Pc Walters was shot and killed while on duty in Ilford on April 18 1995. Last year Scotland Yard was planning on having a large memorial ceremony for the slain police officer, who died aged 28, but it had to be cancelled due to Covid restrictions. The plaque at Valentines Park for Pc Walters which was funded by Ilford Recorder readers. - Credit: Roy Chacko East Area commander Detective Chief Superintendent Stephen Clayman said: “It’s extremely important for us to remember fallen colleagues and Phillip made a huge impression in the short time he was at Ilford.