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Award-winning British investigative journalist Roger Cook has died at the age of 83, the BBC reported. Cook built a career spanning decades, known for hard-h...

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Award-winning British investigative journalist Roger Cook has died at the age of 83, the BBC reported.

Cook built a career spanning decades, known for hard-hitting exposés that shaped modern investigative journalism in the United Kingdom. His work often focused on consumer affairs, corruption, and organized crime, earning him widespread recognition and multiple industry honours.

Details regarding the cause of death or survivors were not immediately disclosed in the initial announcement.

Tributes from across the media industry highlighted his relentless pursuit of accountability and his influence on generations of reporters. Colleagues described him as fearless, meticulous, and deeply committed to the public interest.

The BBC, where Cook contributed to flagship programmes, confirmed his passing. Further coverage of his life and legacy is expected in the coming days.

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