Henry Fielding operated his own monied police, referred to as ___________, which attempted to clean up earlier policing efforts by deciding which cases to investigate and which streets to protect.

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Henry Fielding established the Bow Street Runners in 1749, which is considered one of the earliest forms of organized police efforts in London. They operated out of Bow Street Magistrates' Court and were a significant step towards structured law enforcement in the city.

Henry Fielding Operated His Own Monied Police, Referred to as ___________