police force

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Raman, meanwhile, has said that she believes the police force is the right size at around 8,700 officers, down from a peak of 10,000 in 2020.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 22, 2026

A police force is investigating allegations surrounding breast cancer treatment at a hospital trust.

From BBC • Mar. 12, 2026

Which would get tiresome if she weren’t being blackmailed about William, the money and Neha’s perilous position with the police force.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 12, 2026

Interpol is not a global police force itself, but helps police across the world to co-operate.

From BBC • Jan. 25, 2026

The courthouse was surrounded by a heavy chain and patrolled by a strong police force.

From "Harriet Tubman: Conductor on the Underground Railroad" by Ann Petry