Detective injured in terrorist attack retires from Police Service of Northern Ireland

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Detective Inspector John Caldwell, who survived a terrorist attack in 2023, has retired from the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) on medical grounds. He was shot multiple times by dissident republicans while off duty. Caldwell spent weeks in intensive care after the attack, which occurred while he was coaching a youth football team. He received the King’s Police Medal for distinguished service earlier this year. PSNI Chief Constable Jon Boutcher confirmed Caldwell's retirement on December 5, thanking him for his bravery and service.


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