GMP use retired detectives to prepare arrest packs for frontline teams

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GMP use retired detectives to prepare arrest packs for frontline teams

Reported crime squad of 109 station-based supervisors and investigators conduct initial inquiries.

CC Steve Watson

Date - 14th September 2021
By - Gary Mason

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Greater Manchester Police is using a large dedicated team of mostly retired station-based officers to carry out initial investigations into reported crimes and also prepare arrest packs for completed inquiries and identified offenders. The Crime...

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