Essex Police Dispatch - issue 94
Essex Police Weekly Update
This week: Allotment damage. New dogs and handlers for the Dog Section. Meet the new District Commander for Braintree and Uttlesford. Plans for new police station in Dovercourt.
News 10 April to 16 April
Harlow: Investigation over allotment damage
Officers investigating the damage of an allotment formed to feed struggling families in Harlow are appealing for witnesses to come forward. Read more.
Thurrock: Investigation into criminal damage at pub
Essex Police appeal for information following criminal damage at White Hart Inn, Grays, on Sunday 16 April. Read more.
Southend: Man charged over racial abuse
A man has been charged in connection with an incident where three people were racially abused in Southend. Read more.
Colchester: Man robbed with screwdriver
It was reported the victim, who’s in his 20s, was approached by two men on Elmstead Road on 26 March between 7pm and 9pm. Read more.
Thurrock: Two arrests following aggravated burglary
Officers investigating an aggravated burglary in Corringham earlier this week have made two arrests. Read more.
Southend: Appeal after robbery
It was reported a man in his 20s was waiting at a bus stop in Constable Way at 8.05pm on Sunday 9 April, when he was approached by two men. Read more
Four new canine crimefighters and two handlers join the Dog Section
Police dogs Raven, Max, Freddie and Denver have joined the team alongside newly-qualified handlers PC Liss Johnston and PC Adam Hanbury. Read more.
Castle Point: Man jailed for assaulting officers
Swift justice has led to a man being jailed for 12 weeks for attacking three officers on Canvey Island just days after the assaults took place. Read more
Colchester: Investigation after teenager grabbed
We’re investigating an incident in Colchester during which a teenage girl was approached and grabbed by a man. Read more.
Tendring: Plans for new police station
The plans would see the old station commander’s house at the Essex County Fire and Rescue Service site in Fronks Road, Dovercourt demolished and a new 21st century police station built. Read more
Southend: Three charged over assault
Three people arrested in connection with a serious assault in Southend have now been charged. Read more.
Countywide: Chelmsford man banned from being in any Essex home without permission
In addition, the 30-year-old is forbidden from remaining in any shop, commercial or hospital premises if he’s been asked to leave by staff. Read more.
Braintree: Man pleads guilty to causing friend's death
He admitted causing death by dangerous driving following a collision in Witham in September 2021. Read more.
Southend: Incident in Sutton Road
We remain at the scene of an incident in Sutton Road, Southend, after a Fiat Seicento collided with a pedestrian shortly after 1pm today, Wednesday 12 April. Read more.
Braintree: Officers deal with drivers acting illegally at car meets
They have taken decisive action following reports of street racing, anti-social behaviour and excessive noise. Read more.
Braintree & Uttlesford: Meet the District Commander, Chief Inspector Martin Richards
“Our top priorities are reducing violence, anti-social behaviour and bad driving”, says Chief Inspector Martin Richards. Read more.
Thurrock: Hate crime investigation
We are investigating an allegation of a hate crime in Grays. Read more.
Braintree: Man arrested after pursuit
A man has been arrested after a vehicle failed to stop for officers. Read more.
Tendring: Four arrested after Range Rover is stolen
Four people have been arrested after officers were able to locate a stolen Range Rover within 20 minutes of the theft being reported to us. Read more.
Emergency alert system test on Sunday 23 April
On Sunday 23 April at 3pm, the Cabinet Office will be testing their new emergency alerts system. Your mobile phone or tablet may:
make a loud siren-like sound, even if it’s set on silent
vibrate
read out the alert
The full message will read:
"This is a test of Emergency Alerts, a new UK government service that will warn you if there's a life-threatening emergency nearby.
"In a real emergency, follow the instructions in the alert to keep yourself and others safe."
"Visit gov.uk/alerts for more information.”
"This is a test. You do not need to take any action."
Crime prevention advice
Shed security
If you're installing a new shed this spring put it somewhere where you and your neighbours can see it.
This will help to deter potential criminals from breaking in.
Also check your sheds and gates are secured with close shackle padlocks and pad bolts. Remember to replace them if they have start to rust over the winter.
For more advice on steps you can take to help secure your belongings, protect yourself and prevent becoming a victim of crime visit our website.
Be fraud smart
Booking a holiday online?
Planning to book a holiday or maybe a short break away, remember to do your research. If something looks too good to be true it probably is.
Stay scam savvy by reading online reviews from reputable sources before making any bookings.
You can also confirm if an accommodation really exists by verifying the address through web searches and online maps.
Always check that travel company is a member of a trade body e.g., ATOL
For more fraud prevention advice, please visit our website.
Careers at Essex Police
Police Staff jobs
Management Accounting Technician £36,177 to £38,856
Closing date: 27 April 2023
Kennel Assistant £20,490 to £21,018
Closing date: 25 April 2023
Panel Beater Technician £34,287 to £36,177
Closing date: 25 April 2023
Mechanical Engineer £45,375 to £48,546
Closing date: 25 April 2023
Architectural Building Surveyor £45,375 to £48,546
Closing date: 25 April 2023
Electrical Design Engineer £45,375 to £48,546
Closing date: 25 April 2023
Financial Investigator £35,307 to £38,064
Closing date: 17 April, 2023
Information Officer £25,758 to £27,690
Closing date: 17 April, 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
Bruce Irwin
The Chief Constable regrets to inform you of the sad death of our former colleague Bruce Irwin who retired as a Superintendent in 1985 and served at Maldon, St. Osyth, Benfleet & Southend. He passed away on the 23rd March 2023 aged 91 years.