police

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The brother of a British toddler who disappeared from an Australian beach has told an inquiry that the family has lived with the consequences of police failure for more than 50 years.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

In east Belfast, where there was major trouble on Tuesday, about 150 people gathered amid a large police presence.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

The driver of the car wasn’t injured in the collision, police said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Northern Ireland police chief Jon Boutcher said the force was looking to add a further 200 officers to the streets, while local transport authorities cancelled bus and train services for Wednesday evening.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

By five fifteen, Bat wanted to call the police.

From "A Boy Called Bat" by Elana K. Arnold