In the latest episode of Coffee with the Commissioner, Steve Turner invites Cleveland Police Chief Constable Mark Webster to share his journey in the force, reflecting on his time at the National Crime Agency and recounting the most intriguing cases he's encountered.

Mark Webster reveals why he chose Cleveland Police and discusses the remarkable progress the force has made under his leadership. Gain insights into the challenges and successes that have shaped his career, and hear about the hopes he envisions for the future of policing in Cleveland🎧

Between 22nd Jan-26th Jan we shone a light Neighbourhood Policing and the value of this approach to tackling crime. Neighbourhood Policing allows officers and PCSOs to get to know their areas in-depth as well as its key characters, locations and vehicles involved in criminality or antisocial behaviour.

In the past 12 months, Cleveland Police's project ADDER has taken a giant leap in tackling criminal gangs and drug-related crime in Middlesbrough: 552 Arrests, 76 Organized Crime Groups Disrupted, 451 Weapons Seized, 1,613 Drug Seizures, including crack and heroin.

Rubies urges girls to stay safe online

Rubies is on a mission to support young girls boost self-esteem, build resilience and stay safe across Middlesbrough and Redcar & Cleveland. Rubies received a £5000 grant from Steve Turner Cleveland PCC to create "Ruby's Story," a powerful film aimed at girls aged 9-12. This resource is designed to increase awareness and inspire proactive choices.🎬

Gerry from Cleveland Police's Crime Prevention team, here to give you monthly top tips to help keep you safe!

CRIME PREVENTION: 
Gerry's Top Tip!

10 principles of crime prevention

The top tip for this month is the fifth of ten principles of Crime Prevention:

Access Control is an important part of any security scheme. It restricts access, for example, to a building. Access control can be as simple as the humble key to your front door, or can be as complex as a multi-card electronic system installed on multiple doors in a building or buildings. 1/3 of break ins are through insecure doors and windows so use access control to good effect and keep those doors and windows secured.

Upcoming Events:

Join us on Thursday 29th February at Cleveland Night-time Economy Safety Forum to discuss how we can make our area's nightlife safer and more enjoyable for everyone.

Join us on Wednesday 13th March for a morning of networking and discussions on how business and community organisations can play a part in reducing violent crime.

Get Involved:

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated, hardworking individual to provide quality business support to the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner. If you feel confident working in a fast-paced environment, have excellent attention to detail and an ability to demonstrate your initiative, this could be the job for you!

Tees River Rescue is an independent rescue charity based on the River Tees. As well as providing search and rescue, TRR patrols the River at peak times throughout the year and provides education, support and reassurance for river users up and down the 26.7 miles of navigable river. Could you join the team?