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He said 111 detectives were already working on a "hugely complex" investigation but another 99 were needed.

From BBC • May 26, 2026

More than 60 groups of voluntary river detectives have now been formed since the Riverfly Partnership scheme arrived in Scotland four years ago.

From BBC • May 26, 2026

West Street has been closed between Mappin Street and Westfield Terrace while detectives investigate the scene.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

They added: "There is no evidence to suggest third-party involvement or criminality, but specialist detectives are working hard to gather the full facts and circumstances of their deaths."

From BBC • May 20, 2026

I knew we were Mr. Pinkerton’s only detectives at the Barnum Hotel tonight.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan



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