Colchester: Eleven arrested after outstanding suspects tracked down

Eleven people were arrested following a crackdown on wanted suspects in the district.

Officers from Colchester’s local and neighbourhood policing teams worked together to hunt down the individuals during a one-day blitz on addresses they were linked to.

Seven of those arrested had failed to appear at court for in connection with offences including assault and criminal damage.

Five were wanted for outstanding driving offences including drug driving, being unfit to drive through alcohol, and driving without insurance or a license.

Other crimes the suspects were wanted on suspicion of included theft, possession of an offensive weapon and possession of drugs.

Sergeant Dean Young from Colchester LPT led the operation and said that getting these people in front of a court was crucial for keeping the district safe:

“If you are wanted for an offence, our team will track you down and arrest you. Failing to appear at court is a serious matter, and you certainly won’t be forgotten about – you will remain on our radar.

“Some of the people we arrested for wanted for multiple offences and by getting them to court, we’re making sure they don’t escape justice.

“If suspects are not apprehended and dealt with there is a possibility they will reoffend, especially in the driving-related cases as people may still be using their vehicles.

“Anyone drinking or taking drugs and getting behind the wheel of a car poses a serious threat to other road users and themselves. This work is a key part of stopping that from happening.”

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