Cleveland chief urges community to unite behind his officers

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Cleveland chief urges community to 'unite behind' his officers

Cleveland's Chief Constable has sought to reassure the public following the resignation of the force's police and crime commissioner.

Speaking up: Cleveland's Chief Constable Richard Lewis

Date - 9th September 2020
By - Chris Smith

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Chief Constable Richard Lewis has urged the local community to “unite behind” his officers following the resignation of Police and Crime Commissioner Barry Coppinger. Mr Coppinger, who has been the force’s PCC since 2012, quit the...

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