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Peter Reeve Named as Killer of PC Ian Dibell in Clacton

Peter Reeve

A nationwide hunt is on for the killer of PC Ian Dibell in Clacton the wanted man has been named as Peter Reeve

Peter Reeve Profile

  • White.
  • 64 years old.
  • 5ft 10in tall.
  • Short greyish hair.
  • Possibly wearing jeans and glasses.
  • Police warning Peter Reeve is armed with a gun and must not be approached all sightings please notify the police on 999

Murder Incident Factfile

Reports coming in say off duty policeman PC Ian Dibell was shot dead by a single bullet to the head fired from close range by suspected killer Peter Reeve. The incident is said to have unfolded when a couple were seen to be arguing in Clacton when PC Ian Dibell stepped in to stop the argument and in the ensuing melee was summarily shot dead by a bullet to the head. Further details are limited but the police have no doubts on who the killer is namely Peter Reeve.

The Police have released this statement – quote –

Police were called at about 15:30 BST on Monday after gunfire was heard near Redbridge Road in Clacton-on-Sea.

The chief constable said: “Policing is a family and we are all hurting.

“This dreadful event reminds us all that policing is a mission that ultimately some die for.

“We will not rest until his killer is found.”

Mr Reeve, who is believed to be armed, is described as white, about 5ft 10ins tall with short, greyish hair, wearing jeans and possibly glasses. He comes from the Clacton area.

PC Ian Dibell was an “experienced neighbourhood police officer”

Armed officers are searching the town and residents have been advised to remain indoors

End of Police Statement

Peter Reeve Named as Killer of PC Ian Dibell in Clacton…

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