North Wales Police mourn the loss of Kathleen Mary Murray, who until her death was the longest living former Policewoman in North Wales.

Kathleen Mary Murray (nee Elson) was aged 85 when she passed away peacefully on December 17, 2021 at her home in Hawarden.

During her service, Kath was known for her forthrightness and her professionalism.

She had joined the former Flintshire Constabulary in the late 1950s and her collar number was PW 5.

At the time Policewomen had their own department and PW was the term that was used until it was replaced by Woman Police Constable, WPC.

She was the widow of late Inspector Leonard Murray, who she met and fell in love with while they were both serving in Rhyl as constables.

Kath and Len were married in September 1961 and were blessed with two children.

Under the Police regulations of that era, this meant she had to resign from her role, but Kath committed herself to supporting Len as he moved stations and progressed through the ranks.

Kath passed away four years after her husband.

Her funeral took place on Tuesday January 18, 2022.

In the statement made by North Wales Police, they thanked Paul Davies, Vice Chairman of N.A.R.P.O. Flintshire branch for his help and information.