Family of Pc Keith Palmer pay tribute to 'wonderful dad and husband' in emotional message
The family of Pc Keith Palmer have released a statement paying tribute to the "wonderful dad and husband" and "loving son, brother and uncle" killed in Wednesday's attack.
"Keith will be remembered as a wonderful dad and husband. A loving son, brother and uncle and a long-time supporter of Charlton FC," the statement read.
"Dedicated to his job and proud to be a police officer, brave and courageous, a friend to everyone who knew him."
It continued: "He will be deeply missed. We love him so much.
"His friends and family are shocked and devastated by his loss and ask that they are left to grieve alone in peace."
Pc Palmer, 48, was married and had a five-year-old daughter.
He joined the Met Police in November 2001 and had joined the Parliamentary and Diplomatic Protection Command in April 2016.
"Keith was a genuinely nice person, nobody had a bad word to say about him," said former colleague Pc Aitkenhead.
"When I heard what had happened I knew it would be him because that's just the sort of guy he was, to step straight in when others might step back."
He continued: "He had a great work ethic, he was always so positive, always staying late after everyone else and getting in early."
Inspector Mark Turner who most recently worked with Pc Palmer, paid tribute to him as a "solid, reliable member of the team who will be sorely missed".
As a mark of respect, Pc Palmer's shoulder number - 4157U - will be retired and not reissued to any other officer.