ITV series The Killing of PC Harper: A Widow’s Fight for Justice has stirred strong emotions in viewers. The show aired on Tuesday night at 9pm and tells the tragic story of police officer Andrew Harper's death.
He was killed in the line of duty, and had been responding to reports of a burglary in progress when he became caught in a strap that was fastened to the back of a getaway car. PC Harper's widow, Lissie Harper, vowed to campaign for justice after those responsible for his death were found guilty of manslaughter, but acquitted of murder.
Harpers Law was formed in 2020 and introduced a life sentence for criminals whose actions cause the death of any emergency worker, including police officers. Part of the programme showed Lissie's fight for justice, with some viewers taking to social media to praise her courage. Many expressed their sadness over PC Harper's tragic death.
