police force

Example Sentences

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If Scotland ever does become independent, the Scottish police force has shown itself willing to go after anyone, no matter who they are married to.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

The local police force apologized for arresting Nowak and an independent investigation into the matter has been launched.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

In his post, which quoted the statement by the Nigerian police force, he said the matter was being addressed by the government "at the highest levels".

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

Establishing a new police force would require changing the city charter, meaning voters will have a say come the November midterm elections.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

Fenton Hardy, Frank and Joe’s dad, was a private investigator who used to work with the local Bayport police force.

From "Hopping Mad (The Hardy Boys: Secret Files, #4)" by Franklin W. Dixon