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Greek TV Appearance sparks new leads in the search for missing Ben Needham

114 calls came in for South Yorkshire Police officers, who appeared on Greek television yesterday evening as part of a programme dedicated to finding missing people.

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Operation Ben leader to remain in charge

Detective Superintendent Matt Fenwick (L) was sent home

Detective Superintendent Matt Fenwick, the senior officer responsible for Operation Ben will remain in charge of the investigation following a meeting with the Deputy Chief Constable.

The senior officer responsible for Operation Ben has now met with the Deputy Chief Constable to explain recent events on Kos. He has been advised about the high professional standards that are required.

We have been in regular contact with the Needham family throughout the last couple of days and it is a clear that they have full confidence in the investigative team. The officer will remain in charge of Operation Ben in line with the family’s wishes.

South Yorkshire Police are absolutely committed to this investigation and the team are getting on with the important task in hand.

– South Yorkshire Police

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