constable
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John Hamilton, who worked as a detective constable in Northumbria Police's child abuse and sexual offences unit, was assigned to a case involving the girl.
From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026
Sometimes a junior constable walked into the frame and saluted her.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026
It was only after Sanjoy contacted the chief constable that the families were told what had been said.
From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026
The former special constable was sentenced at Aylesbury Crown Court on Friday to a total of 32 years, made up of 24 years' imprisonment and a further eight years on extended licence.
From BBC • Mar. 20, 2026
The constable was fat, and he was sleepy.
From "Tuck Everlasting" by Natalie Babbit
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