HAMPSHIRE Constabulary has sent a message reassurance to the public that officers will always do ‘everything in their power’ to investigate serious incidents following the conclusion of the trial of Jordan Clarke.

As previousloy reported, following a two week trial at Winchester Crown Court in relation to the death of Troy Harkness in People, Jordan Clarke, 26, of no fixed abode, has been found not guilty of murder by a jury.

READ MORE: Jordan Clarke found NOT GUILTY of murder of Troy Harkness in Popley

Following the verdict, Detective Inspector Howard Broadribb said: "Officers worked tirelessly to bring this investigation before the courts and our thoughts remain with Troy’s family.

"We hope that the public remain reassured that we will always do everything in our power to investigate incidents such as these thoroughly, to support victims and their families, and to protect the wider public."

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