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Rural engagement officers seize and recover 28 vehicles
17:00 11/08/2026Working to keep our rural communities safe, our Rural Engagement Team has seized 16 vehicles and recovered another 12 in six weeks
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Keeping football safe and fans connected: the role of Essex Police’s dedicated football officers
17:09 07/08/2026'Football supporters are our community and we want everyone to be able to support their team safely'
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Former Essex Police officer and suspended Met officer appear in court
15:25 05/08/2026A former Essex Police officer and a suspended Metropolitan Police officer have appeared in court charged with rape following an Essex Police investigation into a reported incident.
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Brightlingsea: Another personal watercraft user reported by Marine Unit for speeding on river
19:00 27/07/2026Our marine officers have reported another personal watercraft rider for speeding while out on a joint patrol with the Brightlingsea Harbour Master
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Thurrock: Dealer who used teen to run drugs jailed
10:54 24/07/2026A dealer who directed a 16-year-old boy to sell drugs on his behalf has been jailed after an Op Raptor investigation into concerns raised by residents in Thurrock.
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Antisocial Behaviour (ASB) - Concerns from residents about ASB in Thurrock particularly in Town Centres and Lakeside Shopping Centre.
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• We continue to work with Partner Agencies to address and tackle persistent issues and discuss enforcement activity and targeted operations.
• We will be increasing visible patrols in Thurrock including, Town Centres and Lakeside Shopping Centre.
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Domestic Abuse – Protecting individuals from domestic abuse and repeat victimisation in vulnerable communities where repeat harm has been identified.
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• 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 will be organising regular local events whereby people can engage with their local officers to discuss any concerns and get support and advice. -
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Hate Crime - Concerns from residents about Hate Crime in Thurrock particularly in Grays Town Centre, Tilbury, Purfleet and Chadwell St Mary.
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• We will be organising regular local events whereby communities can engage with their local officers to discuss and raise any concerns.
• We will be increasing visible patrols in Thurrock including, Grays Town Centre, Tilbury, Purfleet and Chadwell St Mary.
• We will be using local intelligence to identify and disrupt those involved in Hate Crime and continue to work with Partner Agencies in joint operations to reduce Hate Crime to create safer, stronger neighbourhoods for everyone.