Dispatch - Essex Police Weekly Update - Issue #55
4 July to 10 July
Braintree: Lifesavers thanked for saving shopper’s life — www.essex.police.uk
A man who collapsed while out shopping in Braintree has thanked the off-duty detective who helped to save his life. Read more
Clacton: PC Ian Dibell remembered, ten years after he was shot and killed — www.essex.police.uk
Officers, staff and family gathered in Clacton on Saturday to remember and to celebrate the life of PC Ian Dibell GM on the tenth anniversary of his death.
Ian was shot and killed on 9 July 2012. He had been off duty at the time but, heroically, put himself back ‘on duty’ in order to protect the public.
He was posthumously awarded the George Medal for gallantry by the Queen – the first police officer in 21 years to be given the award. Read more
Harlow: man jailed after four knifepoint robberies — www.essex.police.uk
Our officers have ensured that Rudy Junior Bagalo spends the next five years in jail. Read more
Colchester: Two jailed in drugs investigation — www.essex.police.uk
Five people were sentenced as part of complex operation into drug supply in Colchester which was led by specialist anti-drug officers. Read more
Southend: Roads Police officer swaps his car for a bike — www.essex.police.uk
Last weekend, one of our Roads Policing officers swapped his patrol car for a pedal cycle to help colleagues patrol Southend and keep the public safe, handing out 23 fixed penalty notices in the process. Read more
Saffron Walden: Man in court after extradition from Kenya — www.essex.police.uk
A man has appeared in court charged with a series of sexual offences after being extradited from Kenya. Read more
Three men charged with drugs offences following proactive warrants — www.essex.police.uk
Three men have been charged as part of our ongoing work to proactively tackle drug related crime. Read more
Grays: Man injured during assault — www.essex.police.uk
We are appealing for information about an assault which was reported to have happened on Argent Street, close to Thames Road, Grays, shortly after 8.30pm on Wednesday 6 July. Read more
Manningtree: Charges in burglary investigation — www.essex.police.uk
Four people have been charged by officers investigating a series of burglaries in Tendring between 25 and 29 June. Read more
Chigwell: Man admits hate crime after assault on Jewish man — www.essex.police.uk
A man has admitted to assaulting a member of the Jewish community on Tudor Crescent, Chigwell on 16 May 2021. Read more
Chelmsford: Man charged following serious collision — www.essex.police.uk
A man’s been charged in connection with a collision involving a car and a lorry on Boyton Hall Lane at around 10.35am on Tuesday 5 July. Read more
Project Servator: Helping to keep you safe at Stansted Airport
Our team at Stansted Airport are always looking out for you to make sure you have a safe trip. Read more
Southend: Man charged with attempted murder — www.essex.police.uk
A 30-year-old man from Southend has been charged with multiple offences including attempt murder, following reports of a serious assault on a woman on Kensington Road around midday on 3 July. Read more
Working with our communities to review Stop & Search — www.essex.police.uk
Local people have been advising the force on Stop & Search in specially set up Body Worn Video Panels. Read more
Southend: Seventh arrest in investigation into death of Simon Dobbin — www.essex.police.uk
Detectives investigating the death of Simon Dobbin have arrested a seventh man on suspicion of his murder. Read more
First issue of Dispatch for Colchester is now available — twitter.com
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Crime Prevention Advice
Always lock them up before leaving
Don't let burglars in along with the cool air, make sure you close all windows before you leave, keeping your property secure.
For more advice on protecting your property visit our crime prevention page on our website.
Be Fraud Smart
Ten golden rules to prevent fraud
Fraud is when a person lies to you, or ‘scams’ you, to gain an advantage, such as taking your money or learning private information about you. This could be via email, text, phone or in person, either on the street or on your doorstep.
Remember these ten golden rules to help you prevent fraud and beat the scammers.
Be suspicious of all ‘too good to be true’ offers and deals. There are no guaranteed get-rich-quick schemes.
Don’t agree to offers or deals immediately. Insist on time to get independent or legal advice before making a decision.
Don’t hand over money or sign anything until you’ve checked someone’s credentials and their company’s.
Never send money to anyone you don’t know or trust, whether in the UK or abroad, or use methods of payment you’re not comfortable with.
Never give banking or personal details to anyone you don’t know or trust. This information is valuable so make sure you protect it.
Always log on to a website directly rather than clicking on links in an email.
Don’t just rely on glowing testimonials. Find solid, independent evidence of a company’s success.
Always get independent or legal advice if an offer involves money, time or commitment.
If you spot a scam or have been scammed, report it and get help.
Don’t be embarrassed about reporting a scam. Because the scammers are cunning and clever there’s no shame in being deceived. By reporting it, you'll make it more difficult for them to deceive others.
For more advice about fraud and how to protect yourself from becoming a victim, visit the advice pages on our website.
Careers at Essex Police
Police staff vacancies
Network Database Server Engineer £30,420 to £32,394
Collection/Delivery Driver £20,118 to £21,399
Management Accounting Technician £35,307 to £38,064
Geographic Facilities Assistant £20,118 to £21,399
EUC Support Engineer £26,949 to £31,941
Force Performance Analyst £33,360 to £35,307
Crime Trainer £27,432 to £32,394
Operational Investigative Skills Trainer £27,432 to £32,394
HR Resource Planning Assistant £19,458 to £24,156
Violence & Vulnerability Communications & Marketing Officer £38,064 to £41,517
Resolution Centre Investigator £21,385 to £23,406
Contact Handler (full time) £19,702 to £20,199
Salary: £19,702 to £20,706 pro rata plus (Contract 3) unsocial hours payment and (Contract 4) unsocial hours and weekends working allowance.
Contract 2: Monday-Friday 2pm-8pm (30 hours per week)
Contract 3: Monday-Friday 4pm-10pm (30 hours per week)
Recruitment events
If you are considering a career with Essex Police or need help with your application, then register for our next online pre-application workshop on Tuesday 9 August 2022 at 11am.
The recruitment team will go through the recruitment and selection process step by step for your preferred career, from starting an application to joining us.
We also have upcoming recruitment information events for those interested in joining us as a PC or Special Constable.
This week we remember
Alfred Hyde — www.essex.police.uk
Read about the career of Alfred Hyde who served with Essex County Constabulary from June 17, 1913 and died on July 12 1918. Read more
David Evan Bowen Lewis — www.essex.police.uk
David Evan Bowen Lewis served with Essex County Constabulary from March 19, 1926 and he died on July 14, 1946. Read more