John Wray (28 August 1782–16 February 1869) was a barrister and the first Receiver of the London Metropolitan Police, its chief financial officer, to which office he was appointed on 7 July 1829.
As Receiver, he had equal authority with the two Joint Commissioners, Charles Rowan and Richard Mayne, and worked in harmony with them in establishing the new police force.
His function in persuading parishes to turn over funds to the Metropolitan Police was invaluable.
He is buried in the churchyard of St Mary's parish church, Cottingham.
[2] Wray was also the founder and, for 43 years, Chairman of the University Life Assurance Society.