News 30 April to 6 May
 Students take the lead in speed watch initiative to make roads safer
PCSO Mike O’Donnell-Smith and PC Glenn Braden our child and young person officer, teamed up Claire Stone from Safer Essex Roads to talk to pupils at Little Hallingbury Primary School about road safety.
The students helped carry out a speed check and spoke to drivers in a safe location about why they were speeding and possible consequences. Around 9 drivers were spoken to.
 Appeal - Saffron Walden
We are investigating two burglaries where vehicles were stolen in Saffron Walden. They took place in Mount Pleasant Road and Upshires between 11pm on 2 May and 9am on 3 May.
A grey Volkswagen Golf and a blue Volkswagen Transporter van were taken.
If you have any information, CCTV, dash cam or other footage in relation to this incident, then please get in contact with us. Please quote the crime reference numbers 42/59981/25 and 42/59909/25.
 Uttlesford speed checks
We know that drivers speeding on our roads is a concern in our communities.
And we understand why. Speed is a major factor involved in road deaths and serious injury collisions.
We therefore continue to work alongside the local community, including our speed watch volunteers and local partners, to conduct speed checks in areas where you tell us speeding is an issue.
This week checks have been carried out in Little Hallingbury, Clavering, Wicken Bonhunt, and Newport. The highest recorded speed 45mph in 30mph limit.
 Lets Talk
This week, our local Police Community Support Officers (PCSOs) have been actively engaging with residents across the district:
PCSO Mike O'Donnell Smith stopped by the mobile community shop to chat with local residents. PCSO Nat Smith visited the Canfield Coffee Pot to connect with the community and Sgt Clare Bailey and PCSO Alex Stewart attended the Henham Parish Council meeting to discuss local issues and concerns.
Our team is committed to maintaining strong community ties and regularly holds "Let's Talk" events across Uttlesford. For more information on upcoming events, please visit our events section.
 VE Day: 80 years
On Thursday, 8 May 2025, the nation celebrates 80 years since the end of World War II in Europe. We want to take this opportunity to give an insight into the life of Essex police officers during the Second World War and honour those who made the ultimate sacrifice to keep us safe. 291 police officers left to serve in the armed forces. Tragically, 32 officers from the Essex, Colchester, and Southend police forces were killed in military service. Two more lost their lives when the Essex Police headquarters in Chelmsford was bombed.
 Free Property Marking - Henham - This Saturday!
Officers from your Neighbourhood Policing Team and Rural Engagement Team will be offering free tool, horse riding equipment and bike marking at Henham allotments, Chickney Road, Henham this Saturday- 12th May between 3.30pm -5pm.
 Let's talk
Upcoming community police events
Thursday 15 May -
10am to 12pm
Touchpoint, 72 Chapel Hill, Stansted
1pm to 2pm
Takeley Park, Takeley
Friday 16 May
9am to 10am
Flitch Green Coffee Wagon, Tanton Road
10am to 11am
Tea on the Heath, Pond Lane, Hatfield Heath
11am to 12pm
Village Hall, Elmdon
11:30am to 12:30pm
Takeley Old School Hub, Takeley
1pm to 2pm
Post Office, High Street, Hatfield Broad Oak
Saturday 17 May
11am to 12pm
Great Dunmow Co-op, White Street
 Crime prevention advice
Leaving ground floor windows, doors and patio doors open in the summer can give burglars the perfect opportunity. If you’re upstairs or out of the room, even just for a few minutes, close them and help shut burglars out.
Be fraud smart
Have your say
The Essex Multi Agency Against Fraud has launched a new survey to gain deeper insights into the types of fraud affecting our neighbourhoods.
Have your say and shape the future of our work so we can help stop those in Uttlesford becoming victims of fraud.
 Have you any advice about personal safety during a night out?
Listed below are some steps that can be taken to ensure your personal safety:
- Never leave your bag or coat unattended in a pub or nightclub, it is an ideal place for thieves.
- Never leave your drink unattended, as it is very easy for someone to put an illegal substance in your drink, which could have very serious consequences for you.
- Always make sure you know how you are going to get home after a night out. It is best to travel home with friends and not on your own.
- Book a taxi home before going out, do not flag down a taxi as you cannot be sure they are a licensed cab driver.
- Avoid any confrontation or fighting, if someone is threatening you, tell a door supervisor but do not get involved.
- Never accept a drink from a stranger. Go with the person to the bar if you want to accept a drink.
In general though, wherever you are try and remember the following suggestions:
- Do not walk home alone late at night. If you do, choose well-lit main roads and walk confidently.
- If someone does grab your bag fighting back is not always a good idea, you do not know if your attacker has a weapon.
- Always be aware of your surroundings and the people around you. Reading and listening to music can be distracting.
- In a busy public place, try to only use your mobile phone in an emergency as it is advertising the fact that you have a phone and whilst using it you are distracted, making it easier to take it from you.
- If you are attacked it is often better to shout fire rather than help, it tends to attract more attention.
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