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Inspection highlights improvement in investigating crime and response to the public'
00:01 14/05/2025His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire and Rescue Services (HMICFRS) most recent report published today (Wednesday 14 May).
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Colchester: Teen sentenced and two more identified in social club incident
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Colchester: Man charged with 32 shop thefts and assaulting a retail worker
13:45 07/05/2025A 36-year-old man has been charged with 32 shop thefts, 33 breaches of a court order and one count of assaulting a retail worker in the Colchester area
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Colchester: Officers secure 10-year stalking protection order
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Crimes
Top reported crimes
Most commonly reported crimes during Mar 2025
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Violence and sexual offences
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Criminal damage and arson
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Shoplifting
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Anti-social behaviour
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Crime levels in your area
Crime for last year
Crime per Month
| Month | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 2024 | 135 | 7.9% |
| May 2024 | 138 | 8.1% |
| Jun 2024 | 120 | 7.1% |
| Jul 2024 | 201 | 11.8% |
| Aug 2024 | 147 | 8.6% |
| Sep 2024 | 131 | 7.7% |
| Oct 2024 | 146 | 8.6% |
| Nov 2024 | 167 | 9.8% |
| Dec 2024 | 133 | 7.8% |
| Jan 2025 | 117 | 6.9% |
| Feb 2025 | 127 | 7.5% |
| Mar 2025 | 138 | 8.1% |