In this months newsletter you will see see we are taking part in a national survey please take the time to fill this out so we know what content you want to see on our social media channels.
I'm please to announce that a second Community Beat Officer is joining us in September, PC Shavonne Bradley joins Community Beat Officer Kai Diesveld to cover the area. Both will be dedicated officers to the area to understand and tackle local issues.
Inspector Richard Smillie
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What would you like to see on our social media?
We are taking part in a national survey to help us better understand what our local communities want to see on our social media accounts.
As a member of the community, your opinions and preferences really matter to us.
In the ever-evolving digital landscape, social media has become a vital tool for us to engage with our communities. We want to know what content is important to you and what channels you use to receive news and updates.
Tell us what you like, what you don't, what you want to see more or less of. It's all anonymous and your responses will help shape our social media going forward.
Take the survey here: www.policeuksurvey.com/socialmedia2023
Estate walk
On 3 August Community Beat Officer PC Kai Diesveld conducted an estate walk about around Millom with local councillors and representatives from Home Group.
Only some minor issues to report which partner agencies will be addressing.
These will be a regular occurrence if you see us please stop and chat.
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Millom woman jailed for following £1.1 million fraud investigation
A woman has today (25 Aug) been sentenced at Preston Crown Court for fraud.
Janice Johnson, 66, of Thwaites, Millom has been sentenced to four years in prison for fraud by false representation.
Today’s sentence followed an investigation into fraudulent claims by Johnson naming her as the sole beneficiary of her neighbours’ farming estate in Broughton-in-Furness worth £1.1 million pound.
Johnson was convicted of five counts of fraud by false representation following a trial lasting eight days.
Detective Sergeant James Graham said: “This was a complex investigation, Johnson made multiple claims of anonymous letters written by her neighbour claiming that he wanted her to be sole beneficiary.
“Some of the letters were deemed not to constitute a will and were worthless, however claims were made against one letter with alleged witnesses that have since passed.
“Johnson fabricated the documents and made repeated attempts to acquire the farm over a number of months, immediately after the owner’s death.
“Enquiries were conducted with handwriting experts to determine the legitimacy of the claim.
“Johnson at no stage made any ownership of fabricating the documents in her plan to take the estate after her neighbour’s death.
“Today’s result means the rightful persons will inherit his land and assets.”
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Sign up to our new Rural Crime Team Facebook page
We've created a new Facebook page for our Rural Crime Team here, this will be a place for us to highlight issues, incidents and advice to keep our rural communities safe.
On 18 September the force will be taking part in a national Rural Crime Week of action to highlight the work we do all year round.
StreetSafe is a service that allows you to report safety concerns in public places without giving us your name.
This includes issues like poorly lit streets, abandoned buildings, or vandalism, as well as instances where you feel unsafe due to someone following or verbally abusing you.
Report an issue here: StreetSafe | Cumbria Police
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Interested in joining the police?
We are currently open to Police Officer, Special Constable and Police Community Support Officer applications.
For all for vacancies visit - Search for Jobs (webitrent.com)
Have you ever thought about being a police officer?
Could you be make a real difference to people in Cumbria and help keep them safe?
Recruitment is open now. We are looking for enthusiastic and dedicated people to apply now to join our teams.
For more information on the role of a police officer and the numerous entry routes, please visit www.cumbria.police.uk/careers.
If you have great communication and listening skills, are able to remain patient and calm in stressful situations and want to engage with your local community, this could be the job for you.
Apply here or for more on the role of a PCSO visit - About PCSOs | Cumbria Police
The Special Constabulary is a voluntary body, whose officers form a vital part of the police family, working alongside their regular colleagues to police the communities of Cumbria. Specials perform a variety of police duties to support regular officers with the day-to-day policing of Cumbria.
For more information on being a Special Constable - click here or here to apply here
Your local officers
Want to know who your local officers are?
Simply go to our website - www.cumbria.police.uk
Scroll down the home page and you can browse different areas to see who your local team are - or enter your postcode.
Not only will you be able to find out who your named local officers and PCSOs are, you will also be able to view our local policing priorities and details of any meetings or events we will be attending.
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In other news
Op Crosshair - Safeguarding operation sees firearms seized
Officers conducted a safeguarding operation – Op Crosshair – over the weekend.
It was the second such operation conducted by Cumbria Police this summer, with the first being a national as well as Cumbrian first.
Op Crosshair – Cumbria takes the lead with safeguarding operation - Cumbria Constabulary
Op Crosshair sees specialist officers attending the addresses of firearms certificate holders to check they are adhering to the strict terms of their firearms certificate and that they do not present a risk to the public safety.
The addresses chosen for Op Crosshair visits are identified as a result of intelligence received regarding potential firearms certificate breaches, as well as association with illegal drug use. Read more here.
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News from our partners
Cumberland Community Safety Partnership (CSP)
Cumberland Community Safety Partnership (CSP) was officially launched on Friday (4 August) pledging to make communities safer.
The CSP will set out a strategy to prevent crime, disorder, and reoffending, and tackle substance misuse, antisocial behaviour, and serious violence. The strategy will focus on key areas such as violence against women and girls, hate crime, antisocial behaviour, sexual abuse and exploitation, reoffending, and domestic abuse.
It will also look to create strong communities, safer roads and improve resident’s health and wellbeing.
Board members attended the Cumberland Health and Wellbeing Festival in Whitehaven to launch the partnership and speak to the community.
Find out more at https://cumberlandcsp.org.uk/.../new-partnership-launched...
Cumberland Council reminds residents how to apply for waste permits
Cumberland Council is reminding people that household rubbish may be brought to Household Waste Recycling Centres (HWRCs) in a minibus, utility vehicle (i.e. pick-up, flatbed, crew cab, twin axle trailers up to three metres long), however a permit is required. A permit is not required if items are dropped off by car.
If people need a permit, they should either phone 0300 373 3730 or complete the online application form.
For more information and details about Cumbria's 14 Household Waste Recycling Centres please go to the Cumberland Council Website.
Cumberland Council reminds residents how to apply for waste permits | Cumberland Council
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