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Told over a period of public service spanning thirty years, this compelling true story unravels the nuts and bolts of policing London, providing an insider's perspective on the challenges, triumphs, and transformations that shaped an era.
Immerse yourself in the heart-pounding narratives of high-profile cases, including the intensity of the Broadwater Farm riots, the relentless pursuit of serial murderers, the cloak-and-dagger world of undercover operations, and the delicate art of negotiations during harrowing kidnappings. With a detective's keen eye for detail, O'Leary deftly weaves together the intricate threads of investigations, offering readers a front-row seat to the pulse-quickening realities of policing.
This raw and unfiltered account provides an unprecedented glimpse into the life of a seasoned detective, inviting readers to traverse the highs and lows, the victories and defeats, and the evolution of policing in one of the world's most iconic cities.
List of contents
Preface
Chapter 1: Operation Zebra
Chapter 2: Recruit
Chapter 3: The Early Years
Chapter 4: Kings Cross
Chapter 5: Squads
Chapter 6: Enfield CID
Chapter 7: Central London Crime Squad
Chapter 8: Islington: Detective Inspector
Chapter 9: SO10: Part I
Chapter 10: Negotiation
Chapter 11: SO10: Part II
Chapter 12: Violence against Women and Girls
Chapter 13: Psychology in Undercover
Chapter 14: The Beautiful Game and Operation Peyzac
Chapter 15: Olympics and Beyond
Chapter 16: Hunted
Chapter 17: Epilogue
Notes
Bibliography
Index
About the Author
About the author
Kevin O’Leary, a former senior detective at New Scotland Yard, served as the operational commander for crime and intelligence during the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Within a distinguished career, he led Scotland Yard’s Covert Operations Unit and excelled as a hostage and crisis negotiator, successfully resolving various life-or-death incidents. Kevin spearheaded a team combating serious and organized crime, implementing modern practices, and driving change. Internationally recognized, he chaired an alliance of senior leaders across forty countries aligned with Interpol. Kevin now designs and delivers immersive leadership development programs and serves as the series consultant for acclaimed UK TV shows, including Hunted and The Heist. His website is www.kevinoleary123.com.
