PC Ian Minett’s loss of life is being handled and ‘unexplained however not suspicious’
Emotional tributes have poured in for a police officer who died on obligation. Gloucestershire Constabulary introduced the premature passing of PC Ian Minett on Saturday morning whose loss of life is at the moment being handled as unexplained however not suspicious.
In a heartfelt assertion, the power stated: “We prolong our ideas and prayers to PC Minett’s household, associates, and colleagues, and we ask that his household are given privateness at this troublesome time.”
The power’s deputy chief constable Katy Barrow-Grint added: “Gloucestershire Constabulary is saddened in regards to the loss of life of PC Ian Minett while on obligation yesterday morning (Saturday 21 June). PC Minett was a a lot cherished and revered colleague who labored as a response officer and in addition served with the Constabulary for a few years as a Particular Constable.
“At this level the reason for PC Minett’s loss of life is being handled as unexplained however non-suspicious and his household are being supported at this very troublesome time.
“We prolong our ideas and prayers to PC Minett’s household, associates and colleagues. PC Minett will probably be significantly missed by everybody who knew and labored alongside him. Please can PC Minett’s household be given privateness at this extraordinarily troublesome time.”
South Wales Police have additionally expressed their sorrow at PC Minett’s passing: “We’re very saddened by the information {that a} Gloucestershire Constabulary police officer died while on obligation this weekend.
“Sending honest condolences from all at #TeamSWP to PC Ian Minett’s household, associates and colleagues.”
Colleagues from throughout the police neighborhood have been honouring his reminiscence, with many testimonies showing on the One Police UK Fb web page, experiences Gloucestershire Reside. For our free each day briefing on the largest points dealing with the nation, signal as much as the Wales Issues e-newsletter right here
Andy Miller’s tribute learn: “You have been one of many happiest individuals I’ve ever labored with, I am devastated you’ve got left us so quickly. B shift will not be the identical with out you.”
Ashleigh Louise spoke with admiration: “Ian was an incredible colleague who I’m honoured to have labored with for the final 2 years. At all times stayed on late to ensure the handovers have been up collectively for us. You’re, and all the time will probably be part of Cheltenham police. You may be so missed right here by everybody.”
Reflecting on years of shared service, Rachel Stemp wrote: “Such a form gentleman, helped me solely 2 weeks in the past when myself and my colleague wanted backing up. Recognized him my complete 18 years service and was a superb officer, a lot cherished and going to be missed. My ideas are with your loved ones. The skinny blue line simply received thinner due to you.”
Sue Absalom fondly recalled the late officer, describing him as “a very beautiful, caring man with a cracking sense of humour,” and added: “It was a pleasure to have Ian on my workforce in Tewkesbury a number of years in the past. An absolute loss to policing.”
Adam Williams, chair of Gloucestershire Police Federation, expressed the organisation’s profound sorrow: “All at Gloucestershire Police Federation are devastated to listen to of the on obligation loss of life of PC Ian Minett.”
He continued: “I used to be fortunate sufficient to work with Ian and he was effectively appreciated amongst all that had the pleasure of working alongside him and attending to know him. It’s a huge loss to the shift, the station, and to the Constabulary as an entire.
“Our ideas are with Ian’s household, associates and shut colleagues at this troublesome time and we’ll help them as finest we will.”
