Ask yourself why something is being sold cheaply, says business crime officer
15:30 16/09/2026The work of our business crime team in tackling shop theft and retail crime has been highlighted by the BBC
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The work of our business crime team in tackling shop theft and retail crime has been highlighted by the BBC
Three men have been sentenced after a 17-year-old was kidnapped and a man was seriously assaulted in Harlow last year.
It's after there were 26 arrests made after suspects were identified thanks to the technology in August.
They passed out at a ceremony at Essex Police HQ in Chelmsford.
Police investigating the murder of Jack Sullivan, 21,have now charged a man with murder and kidnap.
Antisocial Behaviour (ASB) - Concerns from residents about ASB in Harlow particularly in hotspot areas including, The Stow, Cycle Tracks, Parndon Mill and Harlow Town Centre.
Issued 01 July 2026
• We will continue to patrol hotspot areas, maintaining a visible presence to deter ASB and keep communities safe.
• We will continue to work with Partner Agencies in joint operations to reduce ASB and create safer, stronger neighbourhoods for everyone.
• We will continue to organise local events whereby communities can engage with their local officers to discuss and raise any concerns.
• We will be using local intelligence to identify and disrupt those involved in ASB, including use of protective orders to manage impact on our communities.
Actioned 01 July 2026
Violence against Women and Girls (VAWG) - Concerns about safety for Women and Girls particularly in Harlow Town Centre.
Issued 01 July 2026
• We are working with Partner Agencies on educational programmes, perpetrator diversion, prevention, disruption and enforcement tactics.
• We will continue to hold regular local engagement events whereby people can engage with their local officers to discuss any concerns.
• We will be completing suspect focused operations and maintaining high visibility patrols in hotspot areas.
Actioned 01 July 2026
Domestic Abuse – Protecting individuals from domestic abuse and repeat victimisation in vulnerable communities where repeat harm has been identified.
Issued 01 July 2026
• Protecting vulnerable people is a priority, and we are focused on reducing the harm caused by domestic abuse.
• We are prioritizing support for high-risk repeat victims, ensuring regular contact and access to specialist services.
• We are targeting repeat offenders and working closely with partner agencies.
Actioned 01 July 2026