Hard Stop: A Life of Violence, Crime and Deception

Jack Dawe is an unconventional street cop who infiltrated the UK's drug networks by not acting or looking like a 'Copper. This no-holds-barred, explosive, and at times humorous account of undercover policing takes the reader through a journey of crime, violence, and deception. It is a true story of a poacher turned game keeper, a veteran of 30 years of service as a soldier and police officer who grew from a young thief into a soldier in search of danger and adventure across the world.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 368 pages
Publication date: 28 June 2022
Publisher: Troubador Publishing

Jack Dawe is an unconventional street cop who has managed to infiltrate the drug networks of the UK by not acting or looking like a 'Copper'. This no-holds-barred, explosive, and at times humorous account of undercover policing takes the reader on a journey of crime, violence, and deception.

This memoir is a true story of a poacher turned game keeper. A veteran of 30 years of service as a soldier and police officer, Jack reveals how he grew from a young thief into a soldier in search of danger and adventure across the world. This journey would see Jack have scrapes with the law and constantly fall foul of the strict codes of military discipline.

Jack's thirst for adventure led him to a career in the Police, where he took on the roles of 'street cop' and 'Thief Taker' with tenacious vigor. During the early 2000s, the UK was gripped in a war on drugs, with Yardy gangs ruling the heroin and crack trade that was destroying communities across Britain. The constant threat of firearms and punishment beatings held communities locked in fear. Organized Crime Groups ran illegal raves and flooded the streets with cocaine and ecstasy pills, which were often sold to children. This illegal trade was spreading misery and addiction across the country.

Jack's skills and willingness to take risks resulted in him being recruited as an undercover police officer. This exciting role took Jack across the country, as he took on some of the most dangerous drug gangs in the UK.

Jack's ability to blend in with the drug networks was a key factor in his success. He was able to gain the trust of the gang members and gather information about their operations. This information was then used to build cases against them and bring them to justice.

One of the most notable cases that Jack worked on was the dismantling of a major drug trafficking ring. The ring was responsible for supplying heroin and crack to communities across the UK and was known for its brutal violence. Jack was able to infiltrate the ring and gather enough evidence to bring it down.

Despite the dangers of his job, Jack never lost his sense of humor. He was known for his quick wit and ability to lighten the mood in even the most tense situations. This helped him to build relationships with the gang members, who often saw him as a friend rather than a foe.

In conclusion, Jack Dawe is an unconventional street cop who has managed to make a significant impact on the drug networks of the UK. His ability to blend in with the drug networks, gather information, and bring down dangerous gangs has made him a hero to many. This memoir is a testament to his courage, skill, and determination, and is a must-read for anyone interested in the world of undercover policing.

Weight: 292g
Dimension: 138 x 216 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781803131856