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police

[puh-lees] / pəˈlis /


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Eldon Street, Westhill Lane and part of Orange Street have also been closed and drivers have been urged by police to avoid the area.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

The gender of the three suspects have not been disclosed by police.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

Some groups have backed a ban - including police leaders, who said any platform which does not axe certain features should be banned for under-16s.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

London's police force began an initial pilot of 500 body-worn cameras in May 2014, with a mass rollout to thousands of officers in October 2016.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

NIGEL: We at least have to tell the police.

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin




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