Death of Retired Police Officer: Chief Inspector David William Carroll

It is with deep regret that we inform you of the death of retired Police Officer, Chief Inspector David (Dave) William Carroll, who died at Wilton House Care Home, Darlington on Sunday 8th December 2024, aged 76 years.

Dave began his career with Durham County Constabulary as a 16 year old Police Cadet at Hardwick Camp, Sedgefield.  He then joined the force as a regular Police Officer and was posted to Durham City, followed by various postings throughout North Durham, included South Shields.

After County Boundary changes in 1974, he decided to remain with the Durham Force and around 1979 was posted to Darlington.  In the mid 1980’s Dave was promoted to Sergeant.

He was later promoted to Inspector with postings at Barnard Castle, Shildon, Crook and Bishop Auckland.

A promotion to the rank of Chief Inspector saw Dave being posted to Force Headquarters at Aykley Heads, Durham.  After 34 years’ service, Dave retired from Durham Constabulary in July 2001.

Dave is survived by wife Christine, daughter Julie and her partner Russ, son Paul and his wife Katie and grandchildren Sarah, Will and Riley.

A funeral service is to be held at 2.00pm Monday 23rd December 2024 at Darlington Crematorium, Carmel Road North, Darlington DL3 8RY

Family flowers only, donations in lieu to Lewy Body Society and Wilton House Care Home.

After the funeral, friends are invited to join the family at the Model T, Fulthorpe Avenue, Darlington DL3 9XT

Our thoughts are with Dave’s family and friends at this sad time.