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| Newcastle Falcons' Rob Hawkins becomes special constable | |
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| A professional rugby player will try and tackle crime in his new role as a special constable. | A professional rugby player will try and tackle crime in his new role as a special constable. |
| Newcastle Falcons player Rob Hawkins has completed his first shift as a volunteer officer for Northumbria Police. | Newcastle Falcons player Rob Hawkins has completed his first shift as a volunteer officer for Northumbria Police. |
| The 32-year-old hooker, who previously played for Bath and Leicester Tigers, said he is considering a career in the force when he retires from rugby. | The 32-year-old hooker, who previously played for Bath and Leicester Tigers, said he is considering a career in the force when he retires from rugby. |
| Northumbria Police said they hope he will inspire others to volunteer. | Northumbria Police said they hope he will inspire others to volunteer. |
| Ch Insp Sarah Pitt, said: "We're really pleased that Rob has joined us as a special constable and we hope it encourages other people to think about getting involved. | Ch Insp Sarah Pitt, said: "We're really pleased that Rob has joined us as a special constable and we hope it encourages other people to think about getting involved. |
| "Our volunteers are a vital link between us and the communities we serve and we welcome the different skills they bring from their own professions." | "Our volunteers are a vital link between us and the communities we serve and we welcome the different skills they bring from their own professions." |