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LFR arrests hit 200
15:05 07/09/2026It's after there were 26 arrests made after suspects were identified thanks to the technology in August.
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Sixty-eight new officers take their oaths
17:54 04/09/2026They passed out at a ceremony at Essex Police HQ in Chelmsford.
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Basildon: Witnesses sought following reported harassment
13:41 03/09/2026We're appealing for witnesses and potential victims to come forward as enquiries continue into reports of girls being harassed at Basildon Bus Station.
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Basildon: Arrest made after reported assault
11:12 02/09/2026A man has been arrested following swift enquiries into a reported serious assault in Basildon. Detectives are continuing their investigation and are appealing for information.
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Wildlife crime investigation leads to seizure of illegally-taxidermied goshawk
16:10 21/08/2026A taxidermied goshawk has been seized by our Rural Engagement Team because its owner didn’t have the correct licences
Crimes
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Most commonly reported crimes during Jul 2026
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Violence and sexual offences
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Anti-social behaviour
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Criminal damage and arson
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Shoplifting
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Crime levels in your area
Crime for last year
Crime per Month
| Month | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 2025 | 169 | 7.6% |
| Sep 2025 | 144 | 6.5% |
| Oct 2025 | 189 | 8.5% |
| Nov 2025 | 170 | 7.7% |
| Dec 2025 | 185 | 8.3% |
| Jan 2026 | 182 | 8.2% |
| Feb 2026 | 130 | 5.9% |
| Mar 2026 | 232 | 10.5% |
| Apr 2026 | 200 | 9% |
| May 2026 | 209 | 9.4% |
| Jun 2026 | 203 | 9.2% |
| Jul 2026 | 205 | 9.2% |