Your dedicated neighbourhood team
I joined Leicestershire Police in 2008 and have been fortunate to work across a wide range of departments and teams helping set up several teams (Missing from Home Team, Digital Hub and Cybercrime Unit) which are now a core part of the forces service delivery.
I was fortunate enough to be a dedicated neighbourhood officer in 2010 and having spent the last 11 years in a range of Detective Roles I am thoroughly enjoying being back in a public facing uniform role where I hope that my passion and drive to work with and serve the communities of Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland helps build those necessary relationships to ensure we can all work together to make this a great place to live and work for our families and communities.
Landing in East Leicester in 2024 I took on responsibility for half of the area and six months later I took on the entirety of the Community Engagement and Neighbourhood Policing for East Leicester. A steep learning curve for sure but having had great support from the local command team and the communities we serve I have learnt plenty and identified plenty more I do not know.
East Leicester has one of the most diverse demographics in the country and it brings its own set of challenges that I will continue to strive to understand and deal with appropriately without fear or favour.
I would ask that the communities of East Leicester look to the police as a part of their community and allow us to do what we need to do locking up those who cause the most harm and safeguarding those who need it.
My motto will always be that when we have to “police to our community” it means we have failed. What we should aim to do is police as part of the community.
Crimes and priorities
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We have seen an increase in the stated crimes.
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We have seen an increase in the stated crimes.
High-Visibility Patrols Increase presence in hotspot areas (car parks, residential streets) to deter offenders and reassure the public.
Targeted Engagement Speak with vehicle owners, distribute crime prevention advice (e.g., removing valuables, locking vehicles, using steering locks).
Intelligence Gathering- Record patterns, times, and locations of offences; identify repeat locations and share intelligence with CID and crime analysts.
Use Powers Under ASB and Crime Legislation Issue Dispersal Orders under the Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014 if groups are congregating near vehicles.
Consider CPNs for persistent offenders linked to vehicle-related ASB.
Partnership Working - Work with local councils, CCTV operators, and neighbourhood watch to improve surveillance and reporting.
Community Reassurance & Comms -
Push out messages via social media, local radio, and community meetings to raise awareness and encourage reporting.
Proactive Checks - Conduct stop/search where grounds exist, check suspicious vehicles, and monitor known offenders -
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We have checked the systems and seen an increased report in the stated areas of ASB;
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We have checked the systems and seen an increased report in the stated areas of ASB;
High-Visibility Patrols: Regular foot and vehicle patrols in hotspot areas to deter anti-social behaviour (ASB) and street drinking.
Engagement and Education: Speak with individuals and groups to explain local by-laws and the impact of ASB on the community.
Enforcement of Legislation: Use powers under the Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014 to issue Community Protection Notices (CPNs), dispersal orders, and other relevant interventions
Partnership Working: Liaise with local councils, community safety teams, and outreach services to address underlying issues such as addiction or homelessness.
Intelligence Gathering: Record incidents, identify repeat offenders, and share information with relevant agencies for targeted interventions.
Community Reassurance: Provide updates to residents and businesses, showing visible action to reduce ASB and improve public confidence.Drug dealing/cuckooing has become apparent on the area and officers need to remain vigilant. Collate as much intel as possible in known problem areas, to apply for warrants. Ensure that communication is kept open with the local Neighbourhood Priority Team to ensure we are working together to tackle the drug related issues in the area.
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Places
-Flax Road
-Bath Street
-Vicarage Lane
-Melton RoadAction taken:
Places to be patrolled.
-Plain Clothed patrols
-High visibility patrols
-Joint agency patrols
-Intelligence development
-Warrant applications