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13/03/2008
Widow Pays Tribute To Police Chief
The widow of Greater Manchester Police Chief Constable Michael Todd has paid tribute to her husband, describing him as "caring and loving".
A statment issued by Carolyn Todd on Thursday said: "Michael was a caring and loving father and husband. He was immensely proud of his kids. I loved Michael very much and the last time I spoke to him he told me he love me too."
Meanwhile, reports on Thursday named Angie Robinson, Chief Executive of Manchester's Chamber of Commerce, as the woman with whom Mr Todd had been having an affair for 18 months.
The 50-year-old married father-of-three was found dead at the foot of a cliff near Bwlch Glas in Snowdon, north Wales on Tuesday afternoon. According to reports, a half-empty bottle of gin was found next to his body.
A post-mortem carried out on Wednesday found "no obvious cause of death" and toxicology tests are due to be completed later.
The police investigation is examining the possibility that Mr Todd committed suicide.
It has been reported that Mr Todd had several extra-marital affairs and that he sent a series of text messages to family and friends before his death, which were described as "worrying".
Mr Todd had been Chief Constable of Greater Manchester Police since 2002, having previously been an Assistant Commissioner in the Metropolitan Police.
He had lived in a flat in Manchester's city centre during the week, returning to the family home in Nottinghamshire at the weekends.
He had been tipped as a possible future Metropolitan Police Commissioner - the highest policing position in the UK.
An inquest into Mr Todd's death was opened and adjourned at Anglesey Council Chamber on Thursday.
(KMcA)
A statment issued by Carolyn Todd on Thursday said: "Michael was a caring and loving father and husband. He was immensely proud of his kids. I loved Michael very much and the last time I spoke to him he told me he love me too."
Meanwhile, reports on Thursday named Angie Robinson, Chief Executive of Manchester's Chamber of Commerce, as the woman with whom Mr Todd had been having an affair for 18 months.
The 50-year-old married father-of-three was found dead at the foot of a cliff near Bwlch Glas in Snowdon, north Wales on Tuesday afternoon. According to reports, a half-empty bottle of gin was found next to his body.
A post-mortem carried out on Wednesday found "no obvious cause of death" and toxicology tests are due to be completed later.
The police investigation is examining the possibility that Mr Todd committed suicide.
It has been reported that Mr Todd had several extra-marital affairs and that he sent a series of text messages to family and friends before his death, which were described as "worrying".
Mr Todd had been Chief Constable of Greater Manchester Police since 2002, having previously been an Assistant Commissioner in the Metropolitan Police.
He had lived in a flat in Manchester's city centre during the week, returning to the family home in Nottinghamshire at the weekends.
He had been tipped as a possible future Metropolitan Police Commissioner - the highest policing position in the UK.
An inquest into Mr Todd's death was opened and adjourned at Anglesey Council Chamber on Thursday.
(KMcA)
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Police Chief's Body Released For Burial
The body of Greater Manchester Police Chief Michael Todd has been released to his family for burial. The 50-year-old married father-of-three was found dead at the foot of cliff near Bwlch Glas in Snowdon north Wales on Tuesday afternoon.
12 March 2008
Police Chief 'May Have Committed Suicide'
A post-mortem has been carried out on the body of Greater Manchester Police Chief Constable Michael Todd, who was found dead in north Wales on Tuesday. According to reports, the examination has found no obvious cause of death.
Police Chief 'May Have Committed Suicide'
A post-mortem has been carried out on the body of Greater Manchester Police Chief Constable Michael Todd, who was found dead in north Wales on Tuesday. According to reports, the examination has found no obvious cause of death.
11 March 2008
GMP Chief Constable Found Dead
The Chief Constable of Greater Manchester Police has been found dead in North Wales. It is understood that Michael Todd was reported missing on Monday night. Rescue teams are reported to have found his body in a beauty spot in North Wales on Tuesday afternoon. His death is not believed to be suspicious.
GMP Chief Constable Found Dead
The Chief Constable of Greater Manchester Police has been found dead in North Wales. It is understood that Michael Todd was reported missing on Monday night. Rescue teams are reported to have found his body in a beauty spot in North Wales on Tuesday afternoon. His death is not believed to be suspicious.
11 April 2008
Memorial Service Takes Place For 'Copper's Cop'
A memorial service for Manchester Police Chief Michael Todd, who was found dead on a Welsh mountainside last month, has taken place. His widow, Carolyn Todd, revealed to mourners how her husband had told her he loved her and that he was sorry, just hours before he died.
Memorial Service Takes Place For 'Copper's Cop'
A memorial service for Manchester Police Chief Michael Todd, who was found dead on a Welsh mountainside last month, has taken place. His widow, Carolyn Todd, revealed to mourners how her husband had told her he loved her and that he was sorry, just hours before he died.
10 February 2009
Todd Lifestyle 'Damaged Reputation Of British Policing'
A report investigating the death of Greater Manchester Police chief Michael Todd has concluded his personal life has damaged the reputation of British policing. The report found there was "significant potential for compromise" to his position as chief constable, however extra-marital affairs he conducted did not impact on his ability to do the job.
Todd Lifestyle 'Damaged Reputation Of British Policing'
A report investigating the death of Greater Manchester Police chief Michael Todd has concluded his personal life has damaged the reputation of British policing. The report found there was "significant potential for compromise" to his position as chief constable, however extra-marital affairs he conducted did not impact on his ability to do the job.
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