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Why do other forces help?
When a police force faces a major incident or ongoing investigation that exceeds its own resources, it can request assistance from other forces. This mutual aid system allows forces to share officers and specialist equipment across the country. In this story, around 200 officers from other forces are helping Cleveland Police, demonstrating this collaborative approach to serious crime.
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