But the detective chief inspector was with the police contingent at the moment and he didn't want to intrude.
The approaching police contingent was scanned by him to see what was on their minds.
This insurgency is one of several that have tied down large army and police contingents.
The police contingent that had followed them then disbanded.
There was also an enormous police contingent, with an officer stationed approximately every 10 feet along the parade route.
Diplomats say the plan being considered would establish a force of 1,000 to 1,500, divided into an international police contingent and a quick-reaction military unit.
The police contingent at the house was commanded by a captain who had long since come to terms with the Cartel.
A strong police contingent was sent to the spot.
Those laws were enforced by a special police contingent.
That is why the police contingent here is so well armed and vigilant.