To: The CDI CC: BPA

[Victor Steiner]

To whom it may concern

A strange report has reached me, for reasons I do not fully understand, about an incident which I am told took place over New London a few days ago involving member of the CDI and the GRN (or whatever remnants the two pilots in question represent). There was the mentioning of a 'live and let live' policy between member of the CDI and the GRN alongside the...implication, as it were, of a ''greasing of palms''. Naturally the interaction ended in a scrum but a concerned citizen felt the need to pass it on to me.

Naturally Bretonia has changed and certainly the way it is policed has also changed by necessity. The policies of the CDI are neither known to me nor are they any of my concern. Yet I wished to forward this to the attention of those with a far better understanding of the situation than I. Bretonians must support Bretonians after all and I will not be accused of letting the side down. However, I personally would be interested in the details of this supposed 'live and let live' arrangement. But that is none of my business.

Warm regards:

V. Steiner
Director H.M S.I.S (Retd.)

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From: Chief Inspector Helen Timson, CDI.

To: Director Victor Steiner, SIS.

Topic: FW: RE: TIME-SENSITIVE

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Director Steiner Thank you for bringing this issue to my attention. I intend to provide a candid response, in confidence. I am asking that the content of this communication is not disseminated further in order to avoid unnecessary threats to the welfare of serving constables. I think we are all aware of the CDI's "reputation". Seeking to rectify that issue is one of the reasons I was seconded from the BPA to oversee reforms. Collaboration with Gallic Royalists would be a profound step beyond "mundane" corruption, rising to the standard of high treason. The courts have previously issued death warrants where such conduct is proven. In this case, upon becoming aware of the incident, I immediately summoned the three sergeants in attendance (Howard, Montgomery, Pickering) and interviewed each separately. I can confirm that there is no formal policy of "live and let live" in effect at the CDI. As a result of these preliminary interviews and other associated enquiries, I am also content that no such policy has been adopted on an ad hoc basis by the CDI constables in question either. Sergeant Howard arrived after hostilities had already been initiated and so could not provide testimony on the logged transmissions in your attachment. He did, however, provide insight into the situation's broader context. The day before the incident, he and Sergeant Pickering had carried out a joint patrol of Leeds, resulting in the interception of Captain Maurice Cornett of the defunct Gallic Royal Navy. An arrest was promptly attempted, resulting in the deployment of lethal force after the suspect refused to surrender. Captain Cornett is an extremely dangerous and vicious combatant, who has been implicated in numerous terrorist strikes. He disabled Sergeant Howard's vessel and inflicted heavy damage on Pickering's. Cornett was only driven off through the timely intervention of other nearby vessels. The CDI has been involved in several such clashes with Royalist forces in recent weeks, hindering their activities in Bretonian space - regrettably at an unfavourable exchange in materiel. Despite this, CDI intervention has been an ongoing irritant in Royalist operations. Sergeant Montgomery's testimony indicated that the conversational de-escalation techniques deployed were primarily intended to fix the enemies in place, buy time for reinforcements to arrive, and distract the Royalists from turning their attention on nearby civilians. This was based on the broader awareness of recent similar incidents, which emphasized the level of threat posed by individual Royalist pilots. I am inclined to believe this testimony, based on Montgomery's service record and personal background. In the interest of transparency - although again, in the utmost confidence - Sergeant Montgomery is a Gallic national currently serving in the CDI under a pseudonym for her own safety. Her colleagues are unaware of her nationality, and revealing as much would likely result in significant threats to her wellbeing. She served in The Council's forces during the war, and found refuge in Bretonia after being unable to stomach the compromises that led to the formation of the Gallic Union. It seems highly unlikely that the sergeant would countenance agreements with Royalists in light of this. Similar to Montgomery, Pickering asserts that he was playing for time so Armed Forces reinforcements from the Essex could arrive. He noted that he and Montgomery were not equipped to tackle such adversaries and would have struggled to successfully apprehend Cornett alone without significant casualties. I do find this testimony on his motivations plausible, as there were multiple adversaries present and the previous skirmish with Cornett would have significantly weighted Pickering's threat assessment and perception. This assessment was also sadly borne out by the facts, as the engagement did indeed end with significant losses in terms of damaged or destroyed Bretonian ships. Unfortunately, after all first responders were dispatched, the single Royalist survivor was able to retrieve his wingmen's escape pods and flee before a second wave from the New London defence force could arrive. This incident did not end the way I would have liked - with a trio of notorious war criminals facing prosecution and a likely death sentence - but it is also seemingly a part of a broader trend. Royalist activity within Bretonia has sharply risen in recent weeks, and this is an issue that is of the utmost concern to me. While I have received no specific briefing on the military's intentions regarding Dublin, public sentiment in the media is that a significant campaign will soon be initiated. I cannot help but feel there is a correlation between these two matters. If a campaign is indeed launched imminently and the Armed Forces find their attentions largely occupied, dealing with a resurgent Royalist presence will fall primarily on the BPA's depleted forces, and my severely underequipped unit. I believe they are aware of this too, and are currently mustering their forces in anticipation of such a situation. I do not know why, or what they hope to achieve. I am sure these are issues the SIS are actively monitoring. If possible, I would like to consult you on options for improving readiness moving forward. I believe a storm is coming. Yours sincerely Chief Inspector Helen Timson | Civil Defence Initiative | Bretonian Police Authority Special Constabulary | Unit 24, Stanbrook Hall, Millgarth Street, Wharferdale City, Aberavon, Planet Sprague, Omega-3. BW0101 WD56 3LO. | Web: https://nn.CivilDefence.police.br | Mail: htimson1@cdi.police.br | Tel: +7755631 230234 147| Attached files (0) N/A

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[Victor Steiner]

Chief Inspector Helen Timson

Chief Inspector

While I understand your concerns and sympathize with your situation, I feel as though my authority is nigh on non-existent these days, being retired and all. However I'd be more than happy to meet with you to discuss solutions to your problem, I like to think I still retain a rather keen mind.

Rest assured the information I have received will not be passed on any further.

Warm regards:

V. Steiner
Director H.M S.I.S (Retd.)