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Chris Humphreys

@c_j_humphreys

Comms for @MetPoliceUK | Previously local gov, armed forces and journalism | Personal account - own opinions etc

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We pause to honor the 168 lives lost, the survivors, and all forever changed by the tragic bombing of the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building. We stand in solemn remembrance of the innocent, in gratitude for the first responders and the community that came together. #WeRemember

We pause to honor the 168 lives lost, the survivors, and all forever changed by the tragic bombing of the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building. We stand in solemn remembrance of the innocent, in gratitude for the first responders and the community that came together.

#WeRemember
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The thoughts of all at the Met are with the families, friends and colleagues of the London Fire Brigade and OxonFireRescue firefighters who died responding to a major incident in Bicester last night. We send our best wishes to two firefighters who remain in hospital with serious

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Matt Jukes has been confirmed as the Met’s new permanent Deputy Commissioner. He will begin the new role on Monday, 26 May and says he is “honoured” to be appointed. Acting Deputy Commissioner Jukes is an exceptional leader with a wealth of experience, including as head of

Matt Jukes has been confirmed as the Met’s new permanent Deputy Commissioner.

He will begin the new role on Monday, 26 May and says he is “honoured” to be appointed.

Acting Deputy Commissioner Jukes is an exceptional leader with a wealth of experience, including as head of
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Congratulations to the outstanding Met officers and staff who have been recognised in the King’s Birthday Honours list for their commitment to keeping Londoners safe. Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley: “They demonstrate the best of the Met and are a true credit to the organisation.

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“We’re never off duty” Off duty Met officer PC Attwood was stabbed multiple times intervening to stop two armed criminals in Luton town centre. In this video, he and @BedsPolice DCC Dan Vazjovic reflect on that day and what it means to serve.

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Marcus Arduini Monzo has been found guilty of the tragic murder of 14-year-old Daniel Anjorin in Hainault last year. “I hope today's verdict brings some small semblance of justice and closure for Daniel's loved ones, who face a future without him." Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley

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Two drug kingpins planned to commit murder and conspired to import and distribute a tonne of cocaine. Following one of the largest EncroChat investigations in history, James Harding and Jayes Kharouti were extradited to the UK, convicted and both face life in prison.

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Today marks 20 years since the 7/7 London bombings. We remember the 52 lives lost that day, the 770 injured, and the families of all affected. Thank you to the first responders who showed extraordinary courage and tireless commitment to the safety of Londoners – both in the

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‘He was armed with a samurai sword, there was no time for hesitation’ Officers bravely confronted a man rampaging through Hainault in April 2024, murdering 14-year-old schoolboy Daniel Anjorin and attacking the public and officers. 📺 | Watch the full interview on YouTube

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This is the moment unarmed officers bravely tackled a suspect they believed was armed. The weapons turned out to be imitation firearms, painted black to appear more realistic — but at the time, neither the public nor the officers could have known that.

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September 11, 2001, marked one of our nation’s darkest days. Few responded as bravely as New York City’s first responders. That day, the FDNY lost 343, Port Authority of NY & NJ lost 37, NYPD lost 23, and many others continue to suffer from illnesses related to 9/11. We will #NeverForget.

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Everyone at the England & Wales Cricket Board is deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Dickie Bird. A proud Yorkshireman and a much-loved umpire, he will be sorely missed. Rest in peace, Dickie 🤍

Everyone at the England & Wales Cricket Board is deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Dickie Bird. 

A proud Yorkshireman and a much-loved umpire, he will be sorely missed. 

Rest in peace, Dickie 🤍
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Today marked the 40th anniversary of the death of PC Keith Blakelock who was murdered on duty in Tottenham in 1985. At a memorial service in Muswell Hill this morning, Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley joined colleagues and family members to honour Keith's sacrifice and legacy.

Today marked the 40th anniversary of the death of PC Keith Blakelock who was murdered on duty in Tottenham in 1985.

At a memorial service in Muswell Hill this morning, Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley joined colleagues and family members to honour Keith's sacrifice and legacy.
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Media and public bodies need to do better at explaining this distinction to the public. The assumption that defining criteria are widely understood is naive and leaving an information gap just encourages bad actors to fill it - as is predictably already happening.