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Jem Spyers

A police officer involved in the pursuit of Sikes.

minor

Also known as Spyers, Jem

First appearance: l the pursuit and escape

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BLBlathersMLMr. LosberneCCConkey ChickweedFAFaginMMMrs. MaylieJSJem Spyers

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  • Other

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  • Minor criminal and police figures
  • Fagin's criminal gang

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SetupEscalationAftermathClimax
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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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