Jimmy Nesbitt (police officer)
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James Nesbitt MBE (29 September 1934 – 27 August 2014) was a Royal Ulster Constabulary (RUC) Detective Chief Inspector who was best known for having headed the Murder Squad team investigating the notorious Shankill Butchers' killings in the mid-1970s.[1] Working from the C Division headquarters at Tennent Street off Shankill Road, Belfast, he eventually caught most of the "Butchers" which led to their convictions. Having received a total of 67 commendations throughout his career, this is the highest number for any policeman in the history of the United Kingdom.[2] In 1980, he was given the MBE "in recognition of his courage and success in combating terrorism".[3][4][5]
Jimmy Nesbitt | |
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Born | James Nesbitt 29 September 1934 Belfast, Northern Ireland, UK |
Died | 27 August 2014(2014-08-27) (aged 79) |
Occupation | Royal Ulster Constabulary Detective Chief Inspector |
Known for | Headed the investigation into the Shankill Butchers' killings |
Spouse | Marion Wilson |
Parent(s) | James and Ellen Nesbitt |