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Local policing teams are groups of officers dedicated to serving the community. Teams are made up of officers based in the area, supported by additional officers from the wider area. 

Teams work closely with local authorities, organisations, partners and residents to decide policing priorities. This helps teams find long-term solutions to local problems. 

 

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    Steve Jones

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    Andy Gloyn

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    Harriet James

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    Mark Middleton-Smith

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    Samantha Virgin

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    Stuart Creech

Policing priorities

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  • Priority:

    We have been actively tackling shoplifting through a combination of prevention, engagement, and intelligence-led policing. High-visibility patrols are being conducted in key retail areas to deter offending and provide reassurance to businesses and members of the public. We have encouraged all retailers to report every incident of shoplifting, regardless of the value involved, as this enables us to build a more accurate picture of offending patterns, identify repeat offenders, and highlight the stores most frequently targeted. By working together, we can respond more efficiently to incidents, support retailers, and develop targeted strategies to reduce shoplifting and improve safety within the local business community.

    If you are experiencing issues with shoplifting, remember to report these issues to us through the correct channels. You can report:

    • Online via Report shoplifting
    • By phone
      • Call 999– for emergencies or if a crime is in progress.
      • Call 101– for non-emergency situations or to provide information about a crime
    • In-person– visit your local Police Stations during their operational hours

    Issued 30 June 2026

    Action taken:

    Shoplifting continues to be a significant issue, both locally and across the country. Offenders are becoming increasingly brazen in their behaviour, and the impact of retail theft extends far beyond the financial loss to businesses, affecting staff, customers, and the wider community. We encourage all retailers to report every incident of shoplifting, regardless of the value of the items stolen. Each report helps us build a more comprehensive picture of offending patterns, identify repeat offenders, and understand which businesses are being targeted. This information allows us to focus our efforts where they are most needed, work with businesses to improve security measures, provide crime prevention advice and staff training, and increase our visibility in affected areas to help deter further offences.

    Actioned 15 October 2026

  • Priority:

    While reports of anti-social behaviour involving vehicles have recently decreased, this remains an ongoing issue that we continue to address proactively. We are conducting high-visibility patrols in both marked police vehicles and on foot during the daytime and evening periods, particularly in areas where concerns have previously been reported. Officers are also taking action against any dangerous or anti-social driving that is witnessed, ranging from providing words of advice and education to issuing Section 59 warnings where appropriate. We would encourage members of the public to continue reporting incidents, as this information helps us identify patterns and target our patrols effectively. If you witness anti-social vehicle use, please provide as much detail as possible, including the location, time, vehicle description, and registration number if it is safe to obtain, as this greatly assists us in taking positive action against those responsible.

    Issued 29 June 2026

    Action taken:

    We continue to receive regular reports of car enthusiasts engaging in anti-social and dangerous driving across our neighbourhood areas, at a variety of locations and times of day. We would like to thank the community for its ongoing support in reporting these incidents. If it is safe to do so, please try to obtain vehicle registration numbers or video footage of the driving behaviour, as this can significantly assist us in identifying those responsible and taking appropriate action. Dangerous driving is a nationwide issue, but by working together and addressing concerns within our local area, we can make a meaningful difference in improving road safety for everyone. Like in previous updates state the Section 59 has now changed that we no longer have to give drivers a warning, we can seize cars depending on the severity of the driving then and there.

    Actioned 15 October 2026

  • Priority:

    We have received an increased number of reports regarding rogue traders operating within our area. If you see anything suspicious or out of the ordinary, please do not hesitate to report it to us.

    Thanks to information and intelligence provided by the community, we have been able to identify rogue traders while on patrol and ask them to leave the area. Your support is invaluable in helping us protect local residents. Please remember that reputable and legitimate companies do not usually turn up at your door uninvited offering services. Rogue traders may pressure you into agreeing to work, ask for cash payments, or use persistent sales tactics to make you say yes. If you experience this or have any concerns, please contact us straight away. Working together, we can help keep our community safe.

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      • Call 999– for emergencies or if a crime is in progress.
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    • In-person– visit your local Police Stations during their operational hours

    Issued 23 July 2026

    Action taken:

    We continue to receive reports of rogue traders operating within our communities. Our area can be particularly vulnerable due to its rural properties, older residents, and larger homes that may attract opportunistic offenders. Rogue traders often use high-pressure sales tactics, offer unnecessary work, or carry out poor-quality workmanship before demanding payment.

    If you experience anything that makes you feel uneasy or suspicious, no matter how minor it may seem, please do not hesitate to report it to us. Every report is taken seriously. We will assess all information received, visit and support victims where appropriate, and use the intelligence gathered to build a better understanding of where offenders are operating and where additional vigilance and crime prevention efforts may be needed. By reporting concerns, you can help us protect others in the community from becoming victims.

    Actioned 15 October 2026

  • Priority:

    Tackling Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) remains a key priority for our Neighbourhood Policing Team, with a particular focus on safeguarding children and young people.

    Our team has begun delivering student Walk & Talk sessions in local schools to support girls and female staff in sharing their experiences around safety, harassment, and unwanted behaviour. The first session has already taken place and was highly effective, providing valuable insight into how young people feel in different areas of the school and what changes would help them feel safer.

    Following this positive response, we will be expanding the Walk & Talk programme to other schools across the area. These sessions allow us to listen directly to those affected, identify practical improvements, and strengthen early intervention around Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG).

    Issued 15 October 2026

    Action taken:

    No update available

  • Priority:

    As a Neighbourhood Policing Team, we are supporting the local community by raising awareness of fraud and scam prevention, engaging with vulnerable residents, and working closely with partner agencies to identify and safeguard those at risk. 

    Fraud can be reported through REPORT FRAUD, the UK's national reporting centre for fraud and cyber crime. Reports can be made online at UK's Home for Reporting Cyber Crime & Fraud - Report Fraud or by calling 0300 123 2040.

    If the fraud is happening at the time, a suspect is present, or there is an immediate risk of harm, residents should call 999.

    For non-emergency police matters relating to fraud or concerns about vulnerable victims, reports can also be made via 101 or through local neighbourhood policing teams.

    Issued 08 July 2026

    Action taken:

    We continue to receive reports of fraud across our neighbourhood policing areas. Fraudsters are becoming increasingly sophisticated, constantly developing new ways to gain people’s trust through convincing communications, fraudulent websites, and links designed to access personal information or devices. If you receive a message, call, email, or online communication that makes you feel uneasy or suspicious, please report it. No matter how small it may seem, every report helps us build a clearer picture of criminal activity in our communities and enables us to provide targeted advice, support, and crime prevention measures to help keep people safe.
    Fraud can be reported through REPORT FRAUD, the UK’s national reporting centre for fraud and cyber crime. Reports can be made online at UK’s Home for Reporting Cyber Crime & Fraud – Report Fraud or by calling 0300 123 2040.
    If the fraud is happening at the time, a suspect is present, or there is an immediate risk of harm, residents should call 999.

    Actioned 15 October 2026

  • Priority:

    Through a proactive and partnership-based approach, we have been more effectively managing anti-social behaviour within the community. This has included conducting regular high-visibility patrols in identified hotspot areas, providing reassurance to residents and acting as a deterrent to offending behaviour. We have also strengthened our engagement with young people by attending school events and working closely with local schools to build positive relationships, improve trust, and promote responsible behaviour. In addition, we have held Acceptable Behaviour Contract (ABC) meetings with identified offenders, working alongside them and their families to understand underlying issues and explore positive interventions and support mechanisms to help manage and improve their behaviour. As a result of these combined efforts, we have seen a significant reduction in anti-social behaviour incidents, demonstrating the effectiveness of early intervention, community engagement, and problem-solving approaches.

    Issued 29 June 2026

    Action taken:

    We are pleased to have seen a reduction in reports of anti-social behaviour across our area; however, we recognise that it remains an issue affecting some members of our community. We continue to carry out both foot and vehicle patrols in identified hotspot locations, using information and intelligence provided by local residents to build a clear picture of where anti-social behaviour is occurring. We encourage the community to continue reporting any incidents they experience, witness, or become aware of, as every report helps us keep our information up to date. This enables us to identify emerging trends, direct our resources effectively, and adjust patrols where they are needed most to help keep our neighbourhoods safe.

    Actioned 15 October 2026

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