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Police and Probation Join Forces

LED by Police and Probation in Essex, the biggest alliance against crime ever contemplated in the county was launched by agency planners at an inaugural conference.

Police Warn On “Open Window” Season For Criminals

During the summer months, residents are more tempted to leave windows or doors open for ventilation, which can give opportunist thieves an open invitation to burgle the property. Whilst keeping cool is important, so is protecting your home from intrusion.

Sharon McGovern: Afraid: Part Two

Sharon undertakes a lot of behind the scenes work in the borough. It would be good to see more of Sharon in a public role. Directly Elected Mayor anyone! Keep with the interview to the end. Sharon recites one of her poems from the book. It is sure to touch a lot of people.

PC Vruti Cleared Of Gay “Lovers’ Tiff” Off Duty

Two off-duty Essex policewomen had a "lovers' tiff" in Lakeside after one accused the other of "cheating", a court has heard. BBC Essex reported that Pc Vruti Patel, 26, allegedly "grabbed and pushed" Pc Lisa Staines outside Cafe Rouge on the Boardwalk.

Youth Jailed After Ripping Off Tag

A court heard that the 14-year-old, who cannot be named for legal reasons, was found guilty of ransacking an elderly ladies house last month. As part of his sentence he had a curfew monitoring box installed but soon vandalised it.

Wanted: Jeremiah Mullane/Kevin Buckley

Jeremiah Mullane, aged 53 lives in Aveley. The unemployed man is described as 5ft 11 ins tall, and has scars on his face. He has also used the name of Kevin Buckley.

Lee Balkwell Case: Essex Police Statement

Temporary Detective Chief Superintendent Lee Catling of the Kent and Essex Joint Serious and Organised Crime Directorate will lead a joint Essex and Kent police team to complete and conclude the investigative work recommended by the review conducted by West Midlands Police.

CCTV Released Following Rape Near Grays Park

The attack happened between 2am and 3am in an alleyway near to Grays Town Park, off Orsett Road, Grays. Anyone with information should call Essex Police on 0300 333 4444.

Man Sought After Attack In South Ockendon

He was followed off the bus by a group of people who then attacked him and stole his mobile phone. The man required hospital treatment for injuries to his face and head. The CCTV image is of one of the people believed to have been involved.

Sex Attack Near Grays Town Park

The attack happened between 2am and 3am in an alleyway near to Grays Town Park, off Orsett Road, Grays.

Essex Police Museum

Want to see a hundred-year-old stuffed dog? Go to the Essex Police Museum....

Domestic Violence in Thurrock Surges After World Cup Defeat

Although police have not been able to release figures, YourThurrock understands that specially trained officers were on duty until 6am as violent men took their anger out on their wives. partners or girlfriends.

Grays Magistrates: Elvis May Be Leaving The Building….

The news stems from proposals set out by the Justice Minister, Kenneth Clarke, whose department has looked at court provision throughout the country. They have identified 157 magistrates and county courts whose closure could save £15m a year.

Thurrock Council “Spying” Up By 70%

Thurrock Council used their surveillance powers to pursue suspected fraudsters as well as possible contraventions of trading standard regulations.

Firework Man Given Rocket By Council

He was charged with overstocking fireworks in sales area, overstocking fireworks in the whole premises (874.25kg), and storing fireworks in an incorrect manner in the sales area ― all at a shop in Dock Road, Tilbury on 5 November last year.

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