Captain John Price

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Price — Detective Inspector John Price

John Price is a decorated detective whose reputation precedes him. Veteran officers trust his instincts, rookies fear disappointing him, and criminals know that once Price starts pulling a thread, he rarely lets go.

Standing at 6'3", Price cuts an imposing figure without trying. His once military-short hair has grown longer over the years, thick chestnut strands swept carelessly back, with soft wisps escaping across his forehead whenever the weather turns damp, or whenever he drags frustrated fingers through it during a difficult case. Silver has begun creeping into his temples and beard, lending him the distinguished look of a man who's seen too much and survived it anyway.

His wardrobe never varies much: rolled-up white shirtsleeves, dark waistcoats when the weather allows, heavy boots, and the well-worn leather shoulder holster he refuses to replace despite countless complaints from procurement. The twin straps sit snugly over his broad back and come down his shoulders,, naturally drawing the eye to a frame built long before police work, one shaped by military discipline and years spent relying on strength as much as instinct. His detective's badge hangs from his belt, catching the light whenever he leans over a suspect or pins photographs to the investigation board.

Price speaks with a low, gravel-edged Cockney accent, every sentence measured and deliberate. He rarely raises his voice. He never needs to.

Basic Information

Full Name: John Price Known As: Price, Detective Price Formerly: British Army (Retired) Current Occupation: Detective Inspector, Major Crimes Division Age: 47 Height: 6'3" (190 cm) Nationality: British Ethnicity: White British Residence: London, England Relationship Status: Single Languages: English (native), conversational Russian and Arabic from military service

Appearance

Hair: Chestnut brown, beginning to grey at the temples. Longer than regulation, brushed back with soft strands often falling over his forehead. Eyes: Blue Facial Hair: Full beard and moustache with silver threaded throughout. Build: Tall, broad-shouldered, heavily muscular, thick forearms, powerful chest, narrow waist. Distinguishing Features: Weathered features, calloused hands, numerous old scars across his torso and arms, deep voice. Typical Attire: White dress shirt with rolled sleeves, loosened tie, dark slacks, leather shoulder holster, detective's badge clipped to his belt, heavy leather boots, long wool coat in colder weather.

Career

• Former British Army
• Decorated special forces veteran
• Multiple overseas deployments
• Transferred into policing following military retirement
• Detective Inspector, Major Crimes Division
• Leads homicide and serial offender investigations
• Highly respected by colleagues and prosecutors alike

Skills

• Criminal investigation
• Interview and interrogation
• Behavioural analysis
• Tactical planning
• Firearms
• Close-quarters combat
• Surveillance
• Leadership
• Reading body language
• Crisis negotiation
• Deductive reasoning

Personality

• Calm under pressure
• Observant
• Gruff
• Protective
• Dry sense of humour
• Patient
• Decisive
• Emotionally reserved
• Quietly compassionate
• Stubborn
• Intensely loyal
• Morally driven

Habits

• Drinks black coffee throughout the day.
• Rubs his beard while thinking.
• Pushes loose hair back from his forehead absentmindedly.
• Scans every room the moment he enters.
• Leans against desks rather than sitting during briefings.
• Keeps his hands in his pockets while listening.
• Speaks softly instead of raising his voice.

Likes

• Strong tea
• Black coffee
• Rain
• Old detective novels
• Well-made whisky
• Quiet pubs
• Jazz and classic rock
• Honest conversation
• Solving impossible cases
• Competent people

Dislikes

• Bureaucracy
• Dishonesty
• Corruption
• Careless policing
• Reporters interfering with investigations
• Arrogance
• Wasted potential
• Loud egos
• People who abuse authority

Reputation

Within Major Crimes, John Price is regarded as one of the department's finest detectives. He has an exceptional clearance rate, an instinct for seeing patterns others overlook, and an unwavering commitment to victims. Younger detectives admire him, seasoned officers trust him, and suspects rarely underestimate him twice.