glenn

Old, Studying Masters in History- Policing in Staffs. Cared for mother for 8 yrs (Blind/Dementia). BA (Hons) Hist. HNC Chem. Otherwise Stupid O.F.

[glenn @cuthbert246]

@militaryhistori Very good pic.

[Steve Perkins @Perky_43]

A brave police officer who died after losing control of his motorbike on the A12 while responding to an incident had only just returned to active duty, a court has heard.

PC Mathew Parker, 43, was fatally injured after his motorbike collided with a barrier on the major road near Ingatestone on November 19 last year.

Essex Coroner’s Court heard the incident, which involved no other vehicles, occurred on PC Parker’s first day back at work after around a month off due to sickness. The coroner found that there was “no significance” behind this however and she was confident that Mr Parker, from Loughton was fit and ready to return to work.

PC Parker’s family said he had “lived a life defined by dedication and integrity”, describing him as “a man of strong values and a generous heart”. The force’s Chief Constable, Ben-Julian Harrington, said he would "forever be grateful" for PC Parker's service.

PC Parker was riding his police motorcycle towards Chelmsford on November 19 when he re-joined the A12 southbound in order to respond to an emergency. The officer, who was a trained emergency responder, is thought to have been travelling at around 96 mph when he overtook a car shortly before losing control of his bike.

A witness reported seeing the father-of-two “wobble and fishtail” before colliding with a metal barrier. A post-mortem was undertaken and a cause of death recorded as head trauma.

Ms Michelle Brown, area coroner for Essex, said Mr Parker suffered “catastrophic injuries”. He was declared dead at the scene.

She said: “I would like to send my sympathies to Mr Parker’s family and friends, but also know that a lot of his colleagues at Essex Police were extremely traumatised by this incident. He was a very well-liked colleague.”

PC Parker joined Essex Police in 2010, serving his entire career in West Essex with the Loughton Local Policing Team and latterly the Chigwell Roads Policing Team. Tributes were paid to Mat from across the emergency services community with a formal funeral last December. Hundreds turned out to pay their respects to the fallen officer.

Chief Superintendent Simon Anslow said Mat “made the ultimate sacrifice and gave his life while responding to a call for help”. He added: "Mat was brave, he was courageous, and we are all grateful to him for his service. We stand united in grief with his heartbroken family and continue to support them through this unimaginably difficult time.”

Image: Essex Police
Source: Essex Live

[Helen Brear @WYP_HBrear]

After 30 years. I retire from West Yorkshire Police.

Thank you to every colleague, partner, and community I’ve had the privilege to serve. It’s been an honour to lead, support, and make a difference.

Grateful for the memories, friendships, and my family for been by my side

[glenn @cuthbert246]

@SophiaMyles Nice pic

[Chinook Crew Chick @chinnychick]

Happy Armed Forces Day!🫡
Joining the military was the BEST decision I ever made! 👌
Wearing the uniform and serving our country was the highlight of my life! I know for many still serving it won’t always feel like that, but never underestimate how much you will miss it when you take it off for the last time! Stay safe wherever you are today! 👊🫶

[Mersey Police Dogs @MerPolDogs]

Yesterday we said goodbye to one of the very best. Retired PD Deema was a truly special girl who served Merseyside Police with courage, loyalty and determination throughout her career, earning multiple commendations along the way. She'll never be forgotten. Run free, Deema. 💙🐾

[BFBS Forces News @ForcesNews]

Do you know this man?

The search has been relaunched to identify "Canterbury Man", a man believed by some to have been a veteran when he was found dead near Canterbury in 2017🔗⬇️
https://t.co/21S46vofZx

[glenn @cuthbert246]

@militaryhistori Glad you did

[Clean Up Britain @cleanupbritain]

We're going to nail this lazy, anti-social, bloke.
However... we're not totally sure of where this fly-tipping location is. We think it might be in Petersfield, Hants.
Can anyone confirm or challenge this? Please email [email protected] with any info. Thanks.

[kevin martin @seatedskydiver]

Today 44 years ago the Falkland Islands were liberated and I will be raising a glass not only to the Royal Navy but to all 255 British servicemen & civilians that lost their life's ...RIP ALL THOSE STILL ON PATROL YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN ...FROM THE SEA FREEDOM ...

[COPS @UK_COPS]

We are devastated to hear the news from Northumbria Police about PC Jess Turnbull, who has tragically died whilst on duty.

Our thoughts and condolences are with PC Turnbull's family, friends and colleagues at this incredibly difficult time.

[PoliceMemorialTrust @tpmt_org]

Following the tragic death of PC Jess Turnbull of @northumbriapol the thoughts of our Chair & Trustees are with her family & colleagues.We offer them our heartfelt condolences.The death illustrates the inherent dangers police face every day whilst serving the public
#Policefamily

[glenn @cuthbert246]

@InspGadgetBlogs So sad, my thoughts are with her family

[BFBS Forces News @ForcesNews]

A celebration of service, heritage and community🫡

The annual Gurkha Brecon Freedom Parade has returned

Now in its fourth year, Brecon town centre proudly welcomed the Gurkha Wing as they celebrated their enduring connection with the local community

[glenn @cuthbert246]

@WypSo8011 Well done.

[PoliceMemorialTrust @tpmt_org]

On this day in 1992 SC Glenn Goodman of @NYorksPolice was murdered by terrorists.Our memorial to his service & sacrifice stands on Wetherby Rd near Station Rd, Tadcaster where today we laid a floral tribute
#HonouringThoseWhoServe #PoliceMemorials #PoliceFamily
#heffordsflowers

[glenn @cuthbert246]

@militaryhistori And what about the the support staff...plotters etc, a lot of those were women and why did she raise the point in the first place. Different times.

[glenn @cuthbert246]

@Sofia50020Sofia 19

[Lord Hanson of Flint Labour Peer & Minister @RTHondavehanson]

In a corner of parliament at the far end of the Royal gallery a box lies permantly open containing sand from all five Normandy beaches -a reminder to both houses of the sacrifice & the cause of freedom fought for by brave service people on DDay June 6 th 1944. #DDay

[Heroes Of Britain @HeroesOfBritain]

Each silhouette represents a soldier who never returned from Normandy.

1,475 figures. 1,475 lives. Lest we forget. 🇬🇧