News 1 January to 7 January
 Detective Superintendent Matt Cornish
Fewer domestic abuse cases and improvements in protecting victims
We’re seeing fewer cases and fewer repeat victims – and we’re doing a better job at protecting them” - that’s from a senior detective in charge of tackling domestic abuse.
 Witham: Man arrested following assault
Two people were left with injuries having been assaulted in Allectus Way in the early hours of Sunday 7 January.
 Seven arrests and five cars seized
Our Operational Support Group (OSG) carried out a range of activities on Saturday 6 January.
 Gym members reminded that people are ‘just here to train’
Unwanted attention of any kind is unwelcome, say our business crime officers.
 Two arrests and suspected stolen vehicles recovered
It was reported a vehicle was taken from an address in Linnet Way, Great Bentley shortly after 10.20pm on Friday 5 January.
 19 arrests as we continue to tackle crime and keep you safe
Between 4 and 5 January they made 19 arrests in connection with investigations into offences including rape, serious assault, domestic abuse, and the sale of drugs.
Wix: Two injured in A120 collision
A black Vauxhall Corsa left the A120 Wix Bypass at 12.10am on Friday 5 January and was in collision with a tree.
Thurrock: Three arrested following robbery
It was reported a 14 year-old boy was assaulted and had a bag stolen at Puttshack at the Lakeside shopping centre at around 7.05pm on Friday 5 January.
Brentwood: Two arrested over robbery
A 20 year-old man and a 15 year-old boy have been arrested on suspicion of robbery and are currently in custody.
 Jailed - John Berry
Clacton: Man jailed for wife's murder
John Berry called 999 after carrying out the attack on his wife Edna in Turpins Close shortly before 1pm on Tuesday 21 February 2023.
 Chelmsford: Goods seized after warrant executed in Chelmer Village
A replica firearm, tools, an e-bike, DJ equipment and mobile phones were recovered by officers from Chelmsford Community Policing Team.
 Rochford: Forensic investigation links offender to 23 car break-ins
Our work secured a 48-week prison sentence for the 39-year-old offender at Chelmsford Magistrates' Court.
Essex Police officers arrested 52 people on suspicion of shoplifting across the county in the last fortnight.
And 31 were subsequently charged with theft offences and other related matters.
Many of the thefts took place between 18 and 31 December. Sergeant Christian Denning, of our specialist Business Crime Team, says he knows the new year can be a stressful time for those who have stretched their finances during the festive season.
And he urges people who may be tempted to shoplift to think again.
 Jailed - Sean Napper
Canvey: Persistent shoplifter jailed after breaching Criminal Behaviour Order
The 41-year-old offender admitted breaching a court order put in place to protect businesses in Canvey.
Colchester: Appeal for witnesses after assault in city centre
Officers are appealing for any information that will assist them in their investigation into an assault in Colchester in November 2023.
 Rural engagement officers recover £200,000 of stolen agricultural vehicles and machinery
Hockley man arrested and released under investigation and owners will get their vehicles back
 Feering: Former police station up for sale
The former police station on Feering Hill, Feering, closed to the public prior to 2010 and our intention to sell it formed part of our 2015 public announcements.
A12: Appeal following fatal collision
We are now in the position to confirm that a man has sadly died, following a collision on the A12 on Sunday, 31 December.
Chadwell St Mary: Fatal collision investigation
We were called to the junction of Chadwell Hill and Brentwood Road, shortly before 6.30pm.
Harlow: Man in court charged with attempted murder of two officers
Officers had been engaging with a man at the scene who was making threats whilst armed with a knife.
Man charged in series of Ford and Range Rover thefts
Jay Hennessey, 19, of Woburn View, Chelmsford, has now been charged with a number of offences.
Rayleigh: Man in life-threatening condition after High Street assault
A man is now receiving treatment in hospital for a serious head injury, and, at this stage, his condition is described as life-threatening.
 Let's talk
Upcoming community police events across Essex
Monday 8 January
10.30am to 11.30am
The Orchards Cafe, Mascalls Way, Great Baddow CM2 7NS
11am to 12pm
Henham Community Shop, High Street, Henham
3pm to 4pm
Co-op, Church Road, Stansted
Tuesday 9 January
10.30am to 12pm
Witham Town Hall, Heritage Suite
12.30pm to 1.30pm
McDonalds, Harlow Town Centre
2pm to 3pm
Dementia Cafe, Soken House, The Triangle, Frinton-on-Sea
Wednesday 10 January
10am to 12pm
The Stow, Harlow
10.30am to 11.30am
Manningtree Library, High Street, Manningtree
10.30am to 12pm
St Andrews Church, St Andrews Close, Alresford
Thursday 11 January
10am to 12pm
Walton Library, 52 High Street, Walton on the Naze
11am to 1pm
Waterside Farm Leisure Centre, Somnes Avenue, Canvey Island
2.30pm to 4pm
Touchpoint, 72 Chapel Hill, Stansted
Friday 12 January
11am to 12pm
Takeley Community Cafe, Dunmow Road, Takeley
3pm to 4pm
Canvey Island Library, 2 High Street, Canvey Island
Saturday 13 January
10am to 11am
Morrison's Supermarket, Centenary Way, Little Clacton
11am to 12pm
Tea on The Heath, Pond Lane, Hatfield Heath
Sunday 14 January
1pm to 2pm
BP, 377 Ongar Road, Brentwood
For full details of upcoming events, please visit the Essex Police website and enter your postcode.
 Protect the data on your mobile phone
Every phone has an IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identity) number. If your phone is stolen, you can use this ID to block it.
To find your phone IMEI number key in *#06# and press dial.
You can also download ‘find your phone’ apps to find your phone and, more importantly, wipe the data stored on it.
Be fraud smart
Have you received an email telling you your subscription is about to expire or set to renew?
Stop and check that it is not fake.
Do not click on a link and go to a site directly or use the phone number on a bill or previous contract.
Criminals send out fake renewal email from popular services with the aim to collect your data and steal your money.
 Join our team
Police staff jobs
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Business Advisor £33,915
Airport Communications Officer £24,921
Criminal Justice Administrator £24,921
Project Manager Estates Services £41,928
Geographic Facilities Assistant £21,432 to £22,677
IT - Senior Applications Engineer £38,439
Detention Officers - £26,334 to £30,424
Visit our website for full advert, job descriptions and application form.
 This week we remember
 Gary John Veal
Gary joined Essex Police in 1990 and subsequently worked at Colchester, Mersea and Tiptree. In 1999 he transferred to the Road Policing Unit, serving at both Chelmsford and Stanway.
During the evening of January 12, 2002 Police Constable Gary John Veal was struck by a car while assisting at the scene of a broken-down vehicle on the A12 Colchester by-pass. He was taken to Colchester General Hospital, suffering from head and internal injuries, and subsequently died the following day.
William Martin
William enlisted with the Scots Guards after leaving school and on completion of his military service he joined Essex Constabulary on April 1, 1914. He barely completed four months’ service as a police officer when he was recalled to the Colours on August 4, 1914, and rejoined his colleagues in 1st Battalion Scots Guards as Lance Corporal 7894.
On January 10, 1917, whilst billeted at Maurepas, they took over the line just beyond the Peronne -Bapaume road. Whilst there was little action in terms of advances by either side, the artillery continued with harassing fire and it is probable that William Martin, who died on January 14, 1917, was fatally wounded during such an attack.
Lawrence Charles Hartman
Lawrence served in the army from 12th October 1932 to 18th July 1938, and joined Essex County Constabulary on 26th September 1938. After Headquarters’ training Lawrence was posted to Clacton from 3rd December 1938. He saw just under a year’s service before being recalled to the army on 1st December 1939.
He is believed to have subsequently transferred to the Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve, where he served as Flight Sergeant (Air Gunner) 657578 with 7 Squadron.
On Friday, 14th January 1944 he was the rear gunner in the seven man crew of a Lancaster Mk. III aircraft, number JA935, which departed from R.A.F. Oakington at 4.59 p.m. The Lancaster, which is thought to have been participating on an air raid, came down in Germany with the loss of all seven crew.
Read more about other Essex officers on the Essex Police Memorial Trust website.
 Obituaries
Leslie Blyth
The Chief Constable regrets to inform you of the sad death of our former colleague Leslie Blyth who retired as a Constable in 1995 and served at Basildon and as a Weapons Trainer at Headquarters. He leaves a widow Amy. He passed away on 3 December 2023 aged 82 years.
The funeral service will take place on Friday 5 January 2024 at 1pm, at Basildon Crematorium.
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