Sasha Miller
Sasha Miller runs UCOS – a posting that she has warmed to. She admires her team, even if their methods are rather unorthodox.
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Head of Metropolitan Police's Unsolved Crime and Open Case Squad
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Tamzin Outhwaite
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Sasha Miller returns as the boss of the Unsolved Crime and Open case Squad – heading up a team of three ex-coppers, pulled out of retirement to solve the Met’s cold cases. Previously a member of the Kidnap Unit, DCI Miller is firm, feisty and fair with an inclusive and modern management style.
Though she often gets frustrated at her team’s unorthodox methods, lack of regard for authority and constant bickering, Sasha knows their combined experence in the force is invaluable. She isn’t afraid to crack the whip but she has a lot of respect for the boys and appreciates there are things she can learn from her team too. In return they respect her tenacity but also her compassion and will look out for her on the job, as well as her personal life. The team become stronger than ever this series as they pull together to help her get over a serious incident that happens on the job.
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There's a new dog in town
Strickland introduces the team to DCI Miller - but how will they react to their new boss?
Tamzin Outhwaite
Tamzin Outhwaite first caught the industry’s attention in British soap opera EastEnders, playing Melanie Owen from 1998 until 2002. After nearly four years in Walford, she moved onto leading roles in Out of Control, and the ±«Óãtv army drama Red Cap, playing Sergeant Jo McDonagh until the series ended in 2004.
She has since graced our screens in a number of television dramas, including Hustle, Final Demand, Walk Away and I Stumble and Frances Tuesday. In 2006, Tamzin appeared in the ITV series Vital Signs, as well as the ±«Óãtv series Hotel Babylon, of which a second series aired a year later.
Tamzin has also edged into Hollywood starring with Wesley Snipes in 7 Seconds, later returning to star in the film thriller Backwaters, Cassandra’s Dream, and Great Expectations.
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