It is my sad duty to inform you of the Passing of Albert Leach 91 years  a member of the Manchester & District Branch.

Albert sadly died on the 19th February 2024.

Albert had a distinguished Police career.

He was a Sergeant on the B Division and was both the Admin Sergeant and also a Driving Instructor. He was promoted to the Rank of Inspector and worked in the Traffic Unit at Longsight.

He rose to the Rank of Chief Superintendent where he was in charge of the Force Personnel department and the E Division which he commanded at the time of the Moss Side Riots in 1981.

Albert had a keen interest in both Police and Military history and organised trips to the War cemeteries.  He also assisted in ensuring that Police Memorials were maintained. 

After retirement from the Police he worked as a painter and decorator.

He  was also a member of the Caminada Society where he was the President.