Remembering DC Robert Ling

7 October 2021

West Midlands Police Federation has paid tribute to DC Robert Ling who died on this day in 2002.

Robert was fatally injured in South Africa on 7 October 2002 when an unmarked police car overturned while he was escorting two murder suspects as they were extradited. He was 27.

Federation chair Jon Nott said: “It is important that we always remember those who have given their lives in the line of duty. The thoughts of West Midlands Police Federation are with Robert’s family and friends on what is sure to be a difficult day.”