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Touching tributes paid to police officer who died on duty in ‘massive loss' to force
A POLICE force has paid a touching tribute to a police officer who tragically died while on duty.
PC Ian Minett passed away on Saturday morning in what has been described as an 'unexplained but non-suspicious' incident.
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Devastated colleague Adam Williams, chairman of Gloucestershire Police Federation, told how it was a "massive loss" to the constabulary.
He said: 'I was lucky enough to work with Ian.
"He was well liked amongst all that had the pleasure of working alongside him and getting to know him.
"It is a massive loss to the shift, the station, and to the Constabulary as a whole."
Gloucester Constabulary issued a statement shortly after 1.30pm today.
The force confirmed that the coroner had been informed and offered its condolences to PC Minett's family.
It said: "Gloucestershire Constabulary is saddened to report the death of PC Ian Minett whilst on duty this morning (Saturday 21 June).
"PC Minett's death is being treated as unexplained but non-suspicious and the Coroner has been informed.
"We extend our thoughts and prayers to PC Minett's family, friends, and colleagues.
"We ask that his family are given privacy at this difficult time."
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