Fed chair pays tribute to ‘lovely and supportive’ Sergeant Paul Frear

22 September 2023

West Midlands Police Federation has paid tribute to Sergeant Paul Frear who tragically died on Friday (22 September) morning following a road traffic accident.

Paul, 45, was on his way to Smethwick Police Station on Thursday (21 September) when he was involved in a collision with a car. Paul was on rest days but supporting the Force as part of their recruitment drive, as he was a regular assessor of new recruits.

Paul led the Low Hill, Bushbury and Fallings Park neighbourhood team having served with West Midlands Police for 21 years. He leaves behind a wife and children. 

The chair of West Midlands Police Federation Rich Cooke has paid tribute to the ‘lovely and supportive officer, who had a great sense of humour’.

Sergeant Paul Frear tragically died on Friday 22 September.

He said: “I am devastated to hear this news, as I know so many colleagues who knew Paul and have worked with him over the years will be. 

“I worked with Paul at Wolverhampton and knew him well - it is surreal thinking of him in the past tense. He was a lovely person, mild-mannered, measured, always supportive with a great sense of humour. I will miss our meetings and chats putting the world to rights. 

“Paul had everything going for him, first and foremost a beautiful, loving family and our thoughts are focused on them at this desperately sad time.

“Rest in peace Paul we will never forget you.”

Any officers who require support from the Federation are advised to contact their local Federation representative.