Ben Aaronovitch Quotes about Police

It's a police mantra that all members of the public are guilty of something, but some members of the public are more guilty than others.

It's a police mantra that all members of the public are guilty of something, but some members of the public are more guilty than others.

Ben Aaronovitch

Police, Guilty, Members

Ben Aaronovitch (2013). “Broken Homes”, p.8, Hachette UK

Are they really gods?" "I never worry about theological questions," said Nightingale. "They exist, they have power and they can breach the Queen's peace - that makes them a police matter.

Ben Aaronovitch

Queens, Worry, Police

Ben Aaronovitch (2011). “Midnight Riot”, p.100, Del Rey

If you find yourself talking to the police, my advice is to stay calm but look guilty; it's your safest bet.

Ben Aaronovitch

Talking, Advice, Police

Ben Aaronovitch (2011). “Midnight Riot”, p.52, Del Rey

Not being invited in is one of the boxes on the “suspicious behavior” bingo form that every copper carries around in their head along with “stupidly overpowerful dog” and being too quick to supply an alibi. Fill all the boxes and you too could win an all-expenses-paid visit to your local police station.

Ben Aaronovitch

Dog, Winning, Police

Ben Aaronovitch (2012). “Whispers Under Ground”, p.2, Del Rey