enquiries
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The Metropolitan Police said it takes such allegations "extremely seriously" and "any information or evidence provided to police will be assessed and the appropriate enquiries carried out".
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
The Met Police said it also takes such allegations "extremely seriously" and "any information or evidence provided to police will be assessed and the appropriate enquiries carried out".
From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026
"Sadly, none of our enquiries so far have found any indication that he got out of the water."
From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026
"As is standard procedure when a police firearm is drawn, the Police Ombudsman for Northern Ireland has been informed - and their enquiries are ongoing," Jones added.
From BBC • May 31, 2026
Eager to be alone, and fearful of enquiries or hints from her uncle and aunt, she stayed with them only long enough to hear their favourable opinion of Bingley, and then hurried away to dress.
From "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen
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