Gerry Richardson
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For other people with similar names, see Jerry Richardson (disambiguation).
Superintendent Gerald Irving Richardson GC (2 November 1932 – 23 August 1971)[1] was a British police officer in the Lancashire Constabulary and is one of the highest-ranking officers to be murdered in the line of duty in Great Britain. In 1972 he was posthumously awarded the George Cross.
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Gerry Richardson | |
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Born | (1932-11-02)2 November 1932 Norbreck, Blackpool, Lancashire, England |
Died | 23 August 1971(1971-08-23) (aged 38) Victoria Hospital, Blackpool, Lancashire, England |
Other names | Gerry |
Police career | |
Department | Lancashire Constabulary |
Rank | Superintendent |
Awards | George Cross |
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