Blue Plaque Stories No. 3 – Cedric Keith Simpson, Weymouth Street, Westminster
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Spotted this green (blue) plaque recently in memory of Cedric Keith Simpson, an eminent forensic psychologist.
The plaque honours the late Professor Cedric Keith Simpson, a renowned pathologist who dedicated over 40 years to the field.
Working at Guy's Hospital London, Professor Simpson earned a global reputation for conducting more post-mortem examinations than anyone else. Recognized by the Home Office in 1975, he became London's first forensic pathologist to receive such acknowledgment. The green plaque, part of Westminster City Council's scheme launched in 1991, pays tribute to individuals who have made lasting contributions to society.
Conservative Councillor Robert Davis, Deputy Leader of Westminster Council, expressed pride in seeing Professor Simpson 'woven into the fabric of Westminster' during the plaque unveiling. Davis highlighted the pathologist's significant role in elevating forensic science's prominence in public consciousness.
Professor Simpson's pivotal contributions include identifying victims in the Acid Bath Murders and aiding the investigation into George Cornell's shooting, leading to Ronnie Kray's life imprisonment in 1966. The pathologist's exceptional public service was further recognized with the award of a CBE in 1975.
Professor Simpson resided on Weymouth Street in Westminster, where the plaque has been installed.
Read more > BBC News website
The plaque honours the late Professor Cedric Keith Simpson, a renowned pathologist who dedicated over 40 years to the field.
Working at Guy's Hospital London, Professor Simpson earned a global reputation for conducting more post-mortem examinations than anyone else. Recognized by the Home Office in 1975, he became London's first forensic pathologist to receive such acknowledgment. The green plaque, part of Westminster City Council's scheme launched in 1991, pays tribute to individuals who have made lasting contributions to society.
Conservative Councillor Robert Davis, Deputy Leader of Westminster Council, expressed pride in seeing Professor Simpson 'woven into the fabric of Westminster' during the plaque unveiling. Davis highlighted the pathologist's significant role in elevating forensic science's prominence in public consciousness.
Professor Simpson's pivotal contributions include identifying victims in the Acid Bath Murders and aiding the investigation into George Cornell's shooting, leading to Ronnie Kray's life imprisonment in 1966. The pathologist's exceptional public service was further recognized with the award of a CBE in 1975.
Professor Simpson resided on Weymouth Street in Westminster, where the plaque has been installed.
Read more > BBC News website