'Much-loved' Chief Officer dies after battle with cancer

A 'much-loved and respected leader', Jersey Police's Chief Officer has died, following a battle with cancer.

Rob Bastable passed away on Saturday, surrounded by his immediate family. They say he fought bravely with amazing positivity and dignity.

In a statement, Jersey Police described Mr Bastable as 'a much-loved and respected leader and police officer who will be sorely missed by everyone that knew him or had the pleasure to work with him'.

Mr Bastable was appointed Chief Officer in July 2017, having previously been Deputy Chief Officer and before that, Superintendent Head of Uniformed Operations.

Having joined States of Jersey Police in February 2013, the officers said Mr Bastable brought with him a 'vast array of experience' from his thirty years working with the City of London Police, where he was in command of high profile operations and incidents across the heart of London.

He was also described as a devout family man, who lived with his wife in the island and was 'very proud' of his two sons, one of whom joined the Metropolitan Police earlier this year.

Mr Bastable is survived by his parents, wife Frances and their two sons.