Read our Privacy noticeThe chief constable of PC Andrew Harper’s force is considering joining legal action over the possible release of the young constable’s killers. PC Harper, a 28-year-old Thames Valley Police officer, died in August 2019 while attending a reported quad bike theft in Sulhamstead, Berkshire. The Thames Valley chief constable said on Wednesday that he is “receiving legal advice” and would “certainly consider” joining the Police Federation’s legal action over the possible release of PC Harper’s killers. open image in gallery Jessie Cole (left) and Albert Bowers are eligible for early release ( Thames Valley Police )He added that the men’s possible release has had a “profound impact” on his force. open image in gallery Justice Secretary Alex Norris during a visit to HMP Welland Oaks ( PA )Talking about the early release scheme exemptions, he added: “We wanted to go further.