Welcome to the June edition of your Neighbourhood Policing Newsletter.
This week (30 June - 6 July) we are taking part in Anti-Social Behaviour Awareness Week.
Make sure you are following us on Facebook for activities we are taking part in.
Last week (23 - 29 June) we also showcased our work as part of Neighbourhood Policing Week.
Our team continue to work hard to keep our community safe, connected, and informed. From tackling anti-social behaviour and supporting vulnerable residents, to engaging with local schools and hosting community drop-in sessions, it’s been a busy and productive few weeks.
We’ve also included upcoming events and ways you can get involved or share your concerns.
As always, your feedback and support are vital to the work we do.
Inspector Richard Massey
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Anti-Social Behaviour Week - 30 June – 6 July 2025
This week marks Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB) Awareness Week, a national initiative running from 30 June to 6 July, aimed at highlighting the impact of ASB and promoting safer, stronger communities.
This year’s theme, #MakingCommunitiesSafer, focuses on supporting victims, improving justice system responses, and encouraging better information sharing between agencies.
We will be highlighting the work we do all year round with partners to target ASB.
Officers will be out in the community, engaging with residents, offering advice, and taking action where needed.
We encourage everyone to stay informed and get involved by following Copeland Police on Facebook for updates on local operations, safety tips, and opportunities to engage with your local policing team.
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Neighbourhood Policing Week (23 - 29 June)
Throughout the week we have been highlighting and sharing some of the work we do all year round to help reduce crime and keep people safe.
As well as patrolling their neighbourhoods, they work to tackle local crime, disorder and anti-social behaviour related issues. They often do this by working with partner agencies such as local councils, housing providers and of course our local residents themselves.
Chief Superintendent Andy Wilkinson, Neighbourhood Policing Lead, said: “Neighbourhood Policing Week gives us the opportunity to recognise and celebrate the outstanding work that officers and staff in our NPTs are doing to keep our communities safe.
“They are at the heart of their communities and are a huge part of day-to-day policing in Cumbria.
“Having these visible, community focussed officers mean we are able to offer an accessible police presence and gain a greater understanding of the issues which need to be addressed – especially within our more rural locations.
“I am extremely proud of the role they perform, not just during this week, but every day.”
Read more about the week here - Neighbourhood Policing Week 2025 - Cumbria Constabulary
Meet Your Neighbourhood Policing Team
Your local NPT is a team of dedicated officers working hard to keep our community safe, connected, and supported. From patrolling our streets to engaging with local residents and businesses, this team is here for you.
 Whether it’s tackling anti-social behaviour, supporting vulnerable individuals, or simply being a friendly face in the neighbourhood — they’re always ready to help.
We work closely with local authorities, partner agencies, community leaders and residents to decide on policing priorities for your neighbourhood through the Local Focus Hubs.
Take a look at the graphic below to see who’s who in your local team. 
You can also see your local officers on our website here - Copeland | Cumbria Police
A day with Millom Community Beat Officers
On 28 June, Millom Community Beat Officers Emily Tyson and Matthew Garett started the day with a run - chasing a wanted male in the Cleator Moor area.
This male was caught and arrested by 5 Section colleagues, who have then transported the male to custody.
PC Tyson and Garett then travelled to Millom where they assisted a motorist with a very flat tire, after this they headed to the Rugby Club to meet the public at Millom-FEST - however on arrival they unfortunately discovered that the event been cancelled due to the weather.
Drug use and dealing in Millom and Haverigg
We received information from the Police and Communities Together (PACT) surveys and in person at police desks about drug use and dealing in Millom and Haverigg.
As a result we have been targeting activities in the area.
- On 5 April, a male was arrested for drug supply and enquiries ongoing with a view to securing a prosecution.
- On 11 April, Op Bologna a police operation was conducted with three warrants in the Millom area executed under Misuse of Drugs Act.
- On 9 June, a male was arrested following failing a road side drug test
We are looking to challenge the use and supply of drugs in this area.
Tell us about:
👉Suspicious activity on your street
👉Suspicious people or vehicles on your street
👉Drug supply in your community
👉Any concerns about crime in your neighbourhood
Anyone with information can report online at www.cumbria.police.uk/report-it.
Alternatively you can contact Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.
Man sentenced
On 1 June, we provided an update following an incident involving Robert Dias (JNR), of Windermere Road, Whitehaven having been charged and remanded for a number of offences that occurred on Holborn Hill, Millom on 29 May.
On 3 June, was in court and pled guilty to all offences.
He has been sentenced to a total of 60 weeks in custody and a restraining order not to enter Millom for two years.
OPERATION ENHANCE: Tell us your thoughts about anti-social behaviour and violence hotspots in Cumbria
We, the Police and Crime Commissioner and partners have secured £1 million of extra funding which will see extra patrols in 18 areas, identified by statistical analysis as the county's hotspot areas of anti-social behaviour and serious violence.
These areas include areas of Carlisle, Barrow, Workington, Whitehaven, Kendal, Penrith, Maryport, Cleator Moor, Ulverston and Bowness-on-Windermere.
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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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