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Great Bentley: Appeal after fatal collision
16:30 28/10/2026Detectives investigating a collision in Great Bentley are appealing for witnesses and dash cam footage.
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Protect your fuel: Rural officer’s advice to deter diesel thieves
13:15 27/10/2026Fuel tanks on farms and construction sites and lorries, trucks, tractors and generators can be a target for diesel thieves
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Getting a grip of shoplifting
13:24 22/10/2026In the last year our officers have secured 4,000 shoplifting charges, 500 more than the previous 12 months.
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Tendring: Neighbourhood cycle patrols get to the heart of our communities
00:00 21/10/2026Cycle officers from Tendring Neighbourhood Policing Team are now patrolling with a pocket defibrillator, thanks to funding from Tendring Community Safety Partnership
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Clacton murder: Tribute to Lee Jackson
19:00 15/10/2026The family of a man who died following an assault in Clacton week has been described as bringing “laughter, joy, and happiness” to those who knew him.
Crimes
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Most commonly reported crimes during Aug 2026
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Violence and sexual offences
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Anti-social behaviour
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Shoplifting
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Criminal damage and arson
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Crime levels in your area
Crime for last year
Crime per Month
| Month | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | 268 | 8.2% |
| Oct 2025 | 224 | 6.8% |
| Nov 2025 | 233 | 7.1% |
| Dec 2025 | 242 | 7.4% |
| Jan 2026 | 242 | 7.4% |
| Feb 2026 | 201 | 6.1% |
| Mar 2026 | 251 | 7.7% |
| Apr 2026 | 262 | 8% |
| May 2026 | 328 | 10% |
| Jun 2026 | 327 | 10% |
| Jul 2026 | 343 | 10.5% |
| Aug 2026 | 353 | 10.8% |