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Clacton: Witness appeal after beach disturbance near pier
14:12 07/07/2026Four men have been arrested after a disturbance on the beach near Clacton Pier. Detectives are appealing for witnesses and information as enquiries continue.
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Working with rural communities, not just for them
07:00 05/07/2026Following Essex Chief Constable Ben-Julian Harrington’s promise to farmers, the first Essex Rural Independent Advisory Group has been set up
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Search for missing person Vitoria Figueiredo Barreto
16:22 10/03/2026Essex Police officers are continuing the search for missing woman Vitoria Figueiredo Barreto who was last seen in Brightlingsea on Tuesday 3 March.
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Marine Unit officers rescue three men in a boat
08:00 04/07/2026A grateful fisherman has praised two of our marine officers after they towed him and his two friends back to safety
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Tendring coast: Marine Unit continues summer anti-social behaviour prevention patrols
15:00 02/07/2026Our Marine Unit has been patrolling the Tendring coast and River Stour, tackling anti-social behaviour and engaging with residents, businesses and young people
Crimes
Top reported crimes
Most commonly reported crimes during May 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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Other theft
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Crime levels in your area
Crime for last year
Crime per Month
| Month | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| May 2025 | 660 | 8.8% |
| Jun 2025 | 688 | 9.2% |
| Jul 2025 | 726 | 9.7% |
| Aug 2025 | 643 | 8.6% |
| Sep 2025 | 569 | 7.6% |
| Oct 2025 | 620 | 8.3% |
| Nov 2025 | 592 | 7.9% |
| Dec 2025 | 513 | 6.9% |
| Jan 2026 | 537 | 7.2% |
| Feb 2026 | 492 | 6.6% |
| Mar 2026 | 691 | 9.2% |
| Apr 2026 | 758 | 10.1% |