PC Matt Blades and PC Tom Clough were both dedicated and committed Police Officers who left their families and went to work to serve their community and protect the public.

Tragedy struck these two brave Cleveland Police colleagues in the early hours of 22nd August 2026 - and they paid the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.

They did not return home to their families.

They leave behind heartbroken loved ones who will struggle to come to terms with the loss of their loved one.

Cleveland Police Federation are supporting and will continue to support the families of Matt and Tom at this unfathomable moment.

We are asking for help to support the families of our two colleagues, to assist them in any way as they try to navigate this traumatic time.

Any funds raised will be split equally between their two families to be used as they so wish.

Please note this is the only official fundraising platform from Cleveland Police Federation.