News 11 December to 17 December
 Ch/Supt Claire Talbot and D/Supt Neil Pudney
No it's not on campaign goes on the road
Digivans promote Essex Police Reflect campaign message on large screens across Essex to raise awareness around the important issue of consent.
Chelmsford / Ongar: Woman sentenced for assaulting police officer while being arrested
She had been ejected from a city pub for ‘being violent and causing a disturbance’
 Matthew McClements
Braintree: Shoplifter banned from nine stores for three years
Matthew McClements committed nine thefts between 11 October and 13 December.
Colchester: Wanted driver arrested
He was arrested by officers carrying out patrols as part of our Christmas anti-drink drive campaign.
Basildon: Man arrested following serious collision
A pedestrian sustained serious injuries following the collision on the A127.
Southend: Two arrested following Speedwatch
Volunteers from Community Speedwatch and Special Constables worked alongside Roads Policing Officers to tackle road safety issues in Shoeburyness and Thorpe Bay.
 Braintree: Chief welcomes more Safer Streets Funding
Braintree District Council and the Police Fire & Crime Commissioner Roger Hirst have successfully brought £300,223 of funding to Essex to make communities even safe with extra street lighting and other crime prevention work.
 Westcliff: Man charged with following drugs warrant
Around 100 cannabis plants were found inside an address in Lympstone Close.
 Regan Humphreys (left) and Tyler Humphreys (right)
Southend: Men wanted following assault
A man sustained a serious foot injury in Old Southend Road on 7 December.
Chief Constable: ‘This isn’t Grand Theft Auto – Armed Essex Police officers made 121 arrests in 2023, and they have not fired a shot in the last 8 years’
Essex Police Chief Constable Ben-Julian Harrington has cast a light on the force’s highly trained firearms officers.
 Harwich / Dovercourt: Rejuvenated Pubwatch scheme aims to keep customers safe over the festive season and beyond
We’re working with licensees to promote safe and responsible drinking
 Special Superintendent celebrates 40 years of voluntary service
S/Supt Howard Rayner was presented with a Lord Ferrers letter of recognition to mark four decades of outstanding public service.
Wickford: Man due in court over burglary
He is also charged over an attempted burglary on the same night.
Saffron Walden: Man due in court over burglary
An address in Audley Road was broken into at some point between 2pm on 29 April and 8am on 2 May.
 Canvey Island: We're working to keep all our communities safe
Police visit the Haredi Community of Canvey Island at Hanukkah
Stay safe this festive season
Essex Police are working with local bars and restaurants to prevent drink spiking and ensure everyone stays safe this festive season.
Traffic Commissioner thanks our Commercial Vehicle Unit
Traffic Commissioner thanks our Commercial Vehicle Unit for their investigative diligence following the breaching a “movement order”.
Lakeside: Officers crack down on anti-social behaviour this Christmas
The shopping centre and Chafford Hundred station were designated as one of 11 hotspots across the county to receive part of a £1.1m investment by the Essex’s Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner.
 Southend: Fifth member of dismantled drug line sentenced
The 32-year-old man admitted conspiring to supply Class A drugs thanks to the work of our specialist Drugs Team
 Drink drive arrests so far this month
So far this month, Roads Policing officers have arrested 96 drivers since our drink drive campaign was launched.
 Chigwell: Appeal to trace jewellery and watches after burglary
We were called shortly after 11.50pm on Saturday 2 December to reports of a burglary in the Chigwell area.
It was reported suspects had gained entry to an address, before taking high-value items including jewellery and watches.
Man arrested on suspicion of theft of car
The owner of a Toyota car, who reported it stolen from outside their address in London in the early hours of Wednesday 6 December, was able to locate their vehicle in Waltham Abbey hours after it was stolen.
As they awaited police in Morris Court, an unknown man arrived, trying to gain access to the car which was by now on false plates. The car owner reported that he was assaulted and sustained a hand injury, as he tried to detain the man.
Upon police arrival, a 24-year-old man from Romford was arrested at the scene on suspicion of theft of vehicle, ABH and further arrested for going equipped.
 Three vehicles seized in one day as part of crackdown on anti-social driving
In an effort to tackle anti-social driving across the county and to keep the roads in Essex safe, we issued notices to three drivers concerned in vehicle-related anti-social behaviour.
Anti-social use of a vehicle, such as street racing, cruising or off-road use is more than a matter of noise pollution, it can have a wider impact on a neighbourhood or community, resulting in serious consequences in the event of a collision.
Officers arrest another 24 on suspicion of shoplifting
And 15 were subsequently charged with theft offences and other related matters.
Six people were arrested in each of the Harlow and Southend districts between Monday 4 and Sunday 10 December for shop theft, three were arrested in each of the Colchester and Tendring districts and one in each of Basildon, Braintree, Castle Point, Chelmsford, Epping Forest and Thurrock.
 Much loved - Colin Edwards
Southend: Tribute to 'generous and kind' man after fatal collision
A friend has paid tribute to a “generous” man who shared his “kind spirit” with everyone he knew after a fatal collision in Southend.
We were called to reports of a collision involving a pedestrian and a car in Prittlewell Chase, Southend, at about 4.55pm on Wednesday 25 October.
75-year-old Colin Edwards. was taken to hospital where, sadly, he died on the morning of Thursday 26 October.
 Jailed - Ricki Lee
South Ockendon: Man jailed for 16 years for rape offences
A “dangerous sexual predator” has been jailed for 16 years following the work of our Adult Sexual Abuse Investigation Team.
Ricki Lee, 28 of Coronation Avenue, East Tilbury appeared at Basildon Crown Court on Thursday, 7 December where he was sentenced to 16 years in prison after being convicted of three counts of rape.
Lee was subject to separate investigations against two separate victims. In both cases, the victims reported that Lee had entered their bedroom and raped them whilst they slept in their own homes. The offences happened in 2019 and 2020 in South Ockendon and Benfleet.
Lee was charged and in October, following a two-week trial, he was found guilty of three counts of rape. He appeared at Basildon Crown Court on Thursday, 7 December where he was sentenced to 16 years in prison. He was also placed on the sex offenders register for life.
Harlow: Pair arrested within 10 minutes of call after car break-ins
We received a call shortly after 1.50am on Monday 11 December reporting an ongoing theft in Fullers Mead, Harlow.
It was reported two people wearing balaclavas had gained access to a car, taking items from inside.
Our officers were on the scene within minutes, establishing suspects had left the area on foot and obtaining a description of them.
Two arrests were made by 2am, thanks to the quick work of Police Dog Trigger in tracking persons of interest from the scene.
Two bags of items, believed to be stolen goods, were also recovered.
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Upcoming community police events across Essex
Monday 18 December
11am to 12pm
Knightswick Shopping Centre, Foksville Road, Canvey Island, SS8 7AD
Monday 18 Dec, 2023 12:00pm to 12:00pm
St Thomas Court, 41 Queens Road, Brentwood
2pm to 3pm
Morrisons, Northwick Road Northwick Retail Park, Canvey Island SS8 0SW
Tuesday 19 December
10am to 11am
Tiptree library, Rectory Rod, Tiptree, Colchester CO5 0SX
11am to 12pm
Costa Coffee, 2 Victoria Road, Buckhurst Hill
11am to 1pm
Tesco, Prince Avenue, Westcliff
11am to 1pm
Morrisons Store, Dickens Place, Chelmsford, CM1 4UX
2pm to 3pm
West Mersea library, 13 High Street, West Mersea, Colchester
Wednesday 20 December
10am to 11am
Abberton And Langenhoe Village Hall , 6 Edward Marke Drive, Langenhoe
10am to 11am
Ockendon centre, Derry Avenue
10am to 11am
Church House, Church Street, Newport
10am to 12pm
Staple Tye Shopping Hatch, Harlow
10am to 11am
Hullbridge Parish Council, 98 Ferry Road, Hullbridge, Hockley SS5 6EX
10.15am to 11.30am
Quadrant Department Store, 220 Moulsham Street, Chelmsford
11.30am to 12.30pm
West Mersea Methodist church, 9 Mill Road, West Mersea
2pm to 3pm
Stanford Le Hope Library, High Street
2pm to 4pm
Activity day & bus at the Jaywick Community & Resource Centre, Brooklands Gardens, Jaywick.
Thursday 21 December
10am to 11am
Gossip, 14 High Street, Great Wakering SS3 0EQ
10.30am to 1pm
Harlow Library, Harlow Town Centre
12pm to 1.30pm
Waltham Abbey Leisure Centre, Hillhouse, Waltham Abbey EN9 3EL
10am to 12pm
Walton Food Bank, Standley Road, Walton on Naze.
Saturday 23 December
10.30am to 12pm
Tescos Highwoods Square, Highwoods, Colchester
11am to 1pm
Belfairs Woodlands Centre, Eastwood Road North, Leigh
11am to 1pm
Essex Wildlife Trust Naze Discovery Centre, Old Hall Lane, Walton on Naze.
For full details of upcoming events, please visit the Essex Police website and enter your postcode.
 Help keep each other safe
We know the lead up to Christmas can be busy.
We want you to enjoy the festivities safely.
If you see something that doesn’t feel right tell staff, security or police.
In an emergency call 999.
Communities defeat terrorism.
Be fraud smart
Looking to book tickets for that special gift this year?
When you’re buying tickets remember to stay safe from ticket fraud.
Criminals may get in touch via text, direct message (DM) or email to offer what turn out to be fake tickets.
They create fake posts or pages on social media to scam those looking for tickets.
Contact your bank immediately if you think you’ve fallen for a scam and report it to Action Fraud.
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Being a cadet leader is hugely rewarding. Not only will you gain skills, experience and qualifications, but your mentorship can support young local people in growing into confident, well-rounded members of our community.
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