Police killer Harry Roberts dies at age 89

Harry Roberts, who infamously killed three unarmed policemen in 1966 during an armed robbery, has died at the age of 89, prompting criticism from policing unions who argue he should never have been allowed to die a free man. Jailed for life, Roberts was released in 2014 after serving 45 years, stirring public outrage. The murders shocked the nation, leading to a massive manhunt and emotional pleas from his mother for his surrender. Despite expressing no remorse, Roberts’s release sparked debate over the justice system and the treatment of police killers.

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