Real Bedford FC Owner Steps Up Amid Local Crime Surge
Prominent Bitcoin podcaster and Real Bedford FC owner Peter McCormack has taken a bold new step — launching his own private security patrols in the UK town of Bedford, claiming that local police have failed to protect the community.
In a fiery statement shared on social media, McCormack said:
“If the police won’t keep the town safe for our women and children, I will.”
“The Police Have Failed Us,” Says McCormack
McCormack cited a growing sense of unease in Bedford, with rising incidents of:
- Drug use in public
- Aggressive begging
- Shoplifting
- Harassment of women
“Shops are closing, families no longer feel safe — and it’s costing the town,” he emphasized.
In response, McCormack is personally funding a pilot security initiative that will see 10 private guards patrolling the town center every Saturday. He also claimed he had already warned police about his intentions prior to announcing the program.
Is This Legal? UK Vigilantism and Grey Areas
While McCormack’s actions have drawn praise from supporters, some legal experts have flagged potential legality concerns.
Under UK law, vigilantism is illegal, and citizens cannot take enforcement matters into their own hands without proper authorization.
According to JD Spicer Zeb Solicitors, the security guards cannot operate as police substitutes. However, they may act as extra eyes and ears, capturing evidence or alerting authorities — similar to citizen-led traffic monitoring programs already seen across the UK.
McCormack’s Vision: Safety First for Bedford’s Future
McCormack, who lives and runs multiple businesses in Bedford, has long been a vocal supporter of the town. He owns Real Bedford FC, often called the “Bitcoin football club” due to its crypto funding ties — including investments from Gemini founders Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss.
The club and its Bitcoin branding have given Bedford international attention, and now McCormack seems set on using his platform for local change.
He’s also surveying residents and holding public meetings to build community support for the private patrols.
Private Security Fills Gaps as Police Forces Struggle
Globally, private security is playing a growing role in public safety. In the U.S., for instance, Lieutenant Eric Altorfer of the San Francisco Police noted that:
“Private security is already playing a crucial role in public safety by filling in where our department lacks resources.”
Still, experts stress that cooperation — not confrontation — between public law enforcement and private firms is the key to success.
Conclusion: Vigilante or Visionary?
Whether McCormack becomes “Bitcoin’s Batman” or simply a concerned citizen with resources, one thing is clear: the line between crypto entrepreneur and community protector just got blurrier in Bedford.
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