Essex Police Dispatch - issue 83
Essex Police Weekly Update
Keeping women and young girls safe, commendations, 1 tonne of knives surrendered, unexploded bomb, Britain’s quickest cop.
News 23 January to 29 January
Watch PC Luke Watson; Britain’s quickest cop
If you’re planning to run from police, you’d better hope PC Luke Watson isn’t on your tail.
Luke, the acting sergeant for the Waltham Abbey Town Team, has a 100% record in footraces against suspects. In nearly six years as a police officer, nobody attempting to flee has got away from him.
In newly released body worn video of Luke in action, he chases down a van that had been linked to a series of thefts, and in a second incident, catches and arrests three young men in a single chase at a site where a stolen car and a host of car parts were found. Read more.
370 arrests made for drink and drug driving offences
Forty-two drivers were fast tracked to court, as part of our anti drink drive campaign, appearing just 48 hours later after they were charged with drink driving, all of whom were disqualified. Read more.
Almost one tonne of knives surrendered in our knife bins
That’s 11,263 knives and bladed articles taken off our streets and out of our homes. Read more.
Southend: Man guilty of attempted murder
A man has admitted attempting to murder a woman in Kensington Road, Southend. Read more.
Commendations for officers who prevented a man jumping from A12 bridge
PC Eugene Robinson and PC Kyle Simmons of Brentwood Local Policing Team were presented with awards for the life-saving work by Chief Constable Ben-Julian Harrington. Read more.
Braintree: Cyclist dies after collision
A cyclist who was seriously injured in a collision in Maldon Road, Witham, in December has sadly now died. Read more.
Maldon: Unexploded WWII bomb to be safely dealt with
This morning explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) experts will safely deal with an unexploded World War Two shell found in Bradwell. Read more.
Chelmsford: Officers committed to solving issues which matter to residents
Chelmsford community policing officers have been talking to Melbourne residents about local issues while out on patrol. Read more.
Epping Forest: Working to keep women and girls safe
The public were invited to Walk with Us into the town centre and tell officers where they felt unsafe. Read more.
Colchester: Two men assaulted
We are appealing for information following a serious assault in Colchester. Read more.
Clacton: Investigation into attempted robbery
We are investigating an attempted robbery in Clacton where a woman was shoved against a brick wall. Read more.
Southend: Appeal after man robbed
We are investigating a robbery in Southend where a man was assaulted by two people. Read more.
Colchester: Organised crime group taken down
Five members of an organised crime group have been jailed for a combined total of almost 40 years for their parts in the supply of Class A drugs in Colchester. Read more.
Eight more arrests by OSG
Officers from our Operational Support Group (OSG) made another eight arrests yesterday as they continue their work to help keep you safe. Read more.
Tendring: Officer talks about impact of serious assault on victim and family
Officers continue to appeal for witnesses after a man was seriously assaulted at Shakers Bar in Harwich on Friday 2 September, 2022. Read more.
Rochford: Incident in Ashingdon Road
Officers responded to reports of a disturbance in Ashingdon Road, Rochford, shortly after 4pm today, Tuesday 24 January. Read more.
Thurrock: Meet the officers responding to your emergency calls
No two days are the same for our local policing officers, who are the first police officers you are likely to see at an incident. Read more.
Chelmsford: Man jailed over sexual abuse 35 years ago
Specialist officers have secured justice for the victim of sexual abuse more than 35 years after the offences took place. Read more.
Epping Forest: Men convicted of robbery at home of Mark and Peta Cavendish
Two men have been found guilty of robbery at the home of Olympic cyclist Mark Cavendish and his wife Peta. Read more.
Rochford: Canewdon assault witness appeal
Officers are appealing for information following reports that a man in his 20s was seriously injured at an address on Paddocks Close, Canewdon around 8.55am on Sunday 22 January. Read more.
Southend: College students join Town Centre Team on patrol
Students from South Essex College's diploma in policing got an insight into the work of Southend TCT. Read more.
Crime prevention advice
Protect yourself from street robbery
Here are some useful ways to keep you and your property safe on the street.
Look confident
You are less likely to be targeted if you look confident. Move with purpose and try to be aware of your surroundings.
Know where you’re going
Plan your route and think about what to take with you, especially if you’re going somewhere you haven’t been before. Keep to busy, well-lit streets, walkways and paths which are more likely to be covered by CCTV. Only take licensed taxis or minicabs booked by phone or a mobile phone app.
Hide it
Keep your mobile phone and valuables out of sight. If you’re using your phone it’s more likely to be snatched from your hand as you’re not paying attention to your surroundings, so look around you.
And never leave a mobile, any other device, wallet or purse on the table of an outdoor café, pub or restaurant. Same goes for any jewellery you might be wearing – keep it covered when walking down the street.
Finally – and this is so important to remember – if you’re threatened with violence, don’t risk your personal safety. Property can be replaced, you can’t.
For more crime prevention advice, visit our website.
Be fraud smart
Looking to buy a used car?
Take a look at our advice page for tips on what to check and be on the look out for.
Careers at Essex Police
Do you fit the bill?
At Essex Police, we value difference, and know that we’re strongest when we all work together.
If you think you could protect and serve the people of Essex, either as a police officer, member of staff or volunteer, why not see if you #FitTheBill? Visit our careers page to find out more.
Police Staff jobs
Detention Officer £23,100 to £25,353.
Closing date 24 March, 2023
Director of Support Services £107,502 + car/allowances
Closing date 20 February 2023
Roads Policing Process Support Officer £21,837 to £24,156
Closing date 9 February, 2023
Intelligence Researcher £21,837 to £24,156
Closing date 8 February, 2023
Geographical Facilities Team Leader £27,432 to £29,331.
Closing date 3 February, 2023
Counselling and Wellbeing Adviser £36,177 to £38,856.
Closing date 2 February 2023
Resolution Centre Investigator £28,299 to £32,754.
Contact Handler (full time) £27,279 - £32,754.
Contact Handler (part time) £16,103 per annum.
Visit our website for full advert, job descriptions and application form.
Obituaries
Brian Wood
The Chief Constable regrets to inform you of the sad death of our former colleague Brian Wood who retired as a Constable in 1991 and served with the Southend Borough and then Westcliff. He leaves a widow Molly.
He passed away on the 10th January 2023 aged 82 years. Read more.
National Association of Retired Police Officers
Are you approaching retirement from Essex Police or are you already retired? Have you considered joining NARPO?
There are three NARPO Branches in Essex:
Chelmsford
Colchester and North East Essex
Southend-on-Sea
With a combined membership of 1,140, all are committed to supporting retired officers. Further details can be obtained by visiting www.narpo.org
When you are ready to join, simply click on ‘Join Us’ on the landing page and from there you will be able to apply direct to the branch of your choice. Membership for 2023 is just £24.60, both Chelmsford and Southend branches have an arrangement where this can be deducted from your pension in monthly instalments.
For colleagues who were members of the Police Federation of England & Wales, and are in the first year of their retirement, the first year’s membership fee is normally paid by the Federation.
We look forward to hearing from you.
Bob Good (chairman.narpo.chelmsford@gmail.com)
(On behalf of the ESSEX NARPO branches)