Sir Robert Peel (founder of modern policing principles)

Sir Robert Peel was a British politician in the early 19th century who is credited with creating the modern police force. He believed that effective law enforcement should be professional, non-military, and locally accountable, operating with the consent of the public. Peel established principles emphasizing crime prevention through community cooperation, a respectful and disciplined police force, and the importance of public trust. His ideas laid the foundation for modern policing, focusing on service and integrity rather than just punishment, shaping police practices around the world today.