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police

[puh-lees] / pəˈlis /


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The scene has been secured and operations at the Hard Rock are continuing as normal, police said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

Thought to have links to Herne Bay, Whitstable, Canterbury, Sittingbourne and Ramsgate, police said the pair might have information which could assist them with their inquiries.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

It can’t be deposed, call the police or betray a confidence.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

Grammy winner Lil Nas X is another step closer to potentially resolving his felony police battery case.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

There by the bed lay my prison bag, packed and ready as it had been since the summons from the chief of police.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom