Brian John Bishop
Died =>27 August 1984
Force => Essex Police
Rank =>Acting Sergeant
Age =>37
Cause =>Homicide - Shot
Duty Status =>On Duty
Brian Bishop, a member of the Essex Police tactical firearms group, was called here to await the return of an armed robber to collect stolen money which he had hidden following post office raids in Walton and Frinton. Brian challenged the suspect who immediately opened fire causing extensive head injuries from which Brian subsequently died. A man was convicted of his murder.