Death of Simon Cole: Leicestershire Police Federation statement

30 March 2022

Death of Simon Cole: Leicestershire Police Federation statement

It is with great sadness that Leicestershire Police have this afternoon announced the death of former Chief Constable Simon Cole QPM.

Adam Commons, Chair of Leicestershire Police Federation, said: “All at Leicestershire Police Federation - and all Leicestershire Police officers - are devastated to hear the news of the death of our former Chief Constable Simon Cole.

“Simon was a talented, approachable and inspirational Chief Constable - who diligently led our force for a decade. He was also a friend to many of us, who cared deeply for his Cops.

“The thoughts of all Leicestershire Police officers are with Simon’s family and his friends at this awful time.”