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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.
Crimes
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Criminal damage and arson
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Public order
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Crime levels in your area
Crime for last year
Crime per Month
| Month | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 2025 | 447 | 8.1% |
| Aug 2025 | 487 | 8.9% |
| Sep 2025 | 447 | 8.1% |
| Oct 2025 | 434 | 7.9% |
| Nov 2025 | 472 | 8.6% |
| Dec 2025 | 406 | 7.4% |
| Jan 2026 | 464 | 8.5% |
| Feb 2026 | 425 | 7.7% |
| Mar 2026 | 471 | 8.6% |
| Apr 2026 | 486 | 8.9% |
| May 2026 | 471 | 8.6% |
| Jun 2026 | 477 | 8.7% |