Inspector Andy Smith
In this Neighbourhood Policing Unit we have three
Neighbourhood Policing Teams covering Crewe, Haslington and
Shavington.
All the Police Officers and Police Community Support Officers
are aware that a high profile police presence is important. They
make a point of being seen and getting to know as many people in
the local community as possible. They know that as well as keeping
people safe they need to make sure people feel safe.
This ‘local’ approach will be strengthened even more by changes
which have recently been introduced here. Response officers have
been integrated into the neighbourhood policing teams, meaning that
officers going to emergency incidents will have more background
knowledge.
For instance, an incident of disorder or damage may be part of a
pattern of anti social behaviour in that street or on that estate.
If the officer is already aware of that, it could make a real
difference to the way the incident is handled.
The changes will add even more strength to neighbourhood
policing, which has embedded itself really well in Cheshire. IIt is
all about local officers tackling local issues. Over the past five
years that approach has driven down crime and disorder year-on-year
and we believe people’s confidence in the work we and our partner
agencies do is steadily being built up.
I am a Crewe lad, and was born and grew up in the town. To be in
charge of the NPU here, working with people I know and serving the
community I know is really about as good as it gets.
Follow @CreweNPU on Twitter to get updates from Crewe
Neighbourhood Policing Unit
-
Sergeant Christian Watkins
Collar No.: 3593
I have been a police officer since 1998, most of which has been as a uniformed officer. I have always enjoyed dealing with the public on a daily basis. Prior to working at Crewe I spent three years as a custody sergeant.
-
Sergeant Lindsay Chamberlain
Collar No.: 3641
I've been police officer since 1999, in a variety of roles including custody investigation, custody officer and response policing. My passion is working with the public to help resolve issues. I previously worked as a Community Sergeant in Macclesfield.
-
PC Janet Swinbank
Collar No.: 5046
I joined Cheshire Police in January 2008 and I am currently a beat manager for Crewe West . I am enjoying my new role which enables me to build relations with the communities within my beat.
-
PC Victoria Pickford
Collar No.: 4694
I joined the Cheshire Constabulary in 2006 after completing a criminology degree from Lancaster University. On completing my training I was posted to Crewe Neighbourhood Policing Unit covering the areas of Grosvenor, Coppenhall and Leighton.
-
PC Andy Kent
Collar No.: 5719
I have particular interest in tackling drugs and crime which affect the quality of life for communities. My aim is to significantly reduce the opportunities for people to act in a criminal and anti-social manner.
-
PC Warren Davidson
Collar No.: 4978
After 10 years in the Army and a further 10 years employed within the transport industry, I joined Cheshire Constabulary in 2007 and currently cover the wards of Delamere, Maw Green and Waldron.
-
PCSO Pete Dean
Collar No.: 21101
After 22 years service in the Royal Air Force Police, I joined Cheshire Police and hope to use my skills and experiences to help residents of the Alexandra ward. My aim is to reduce anti-social behaviour and criminal damage in the community.
-
PCSO Dionne Johnson
Collar No.: 20625
I joined Cheshire Police as a PCSO in 2006. My current beats are Wistaston Green and St Mary's. I enjoy my role as PCSO and engaging with my community.
-
PCSO Colin Charlesworth
Collar No.: 20067
I joined the Constabulary in March 2009. Prior to this I worked in sales and also studied for a degree in buisness management. I enjoy tackling local issues and trying to make the community a safer place.
-
PCSO Charlotte Pound
Collar No.: 20665
I joined Cheshire Constabulary in May 2009 after working in catering. I have recently moved to the Delamere ward area and I am looking forward to working in the town centre and gaining new experience.
-
PCSO Nick Jackson
Collar No.: 20650
I have been a PCSO since 2009 and I look forward to the different challenges my role presents me everyday. I have recently moved to the St Johns area and I am looking forward to getting to know my new community members.
-
PCSO Vikki McKenna
Collar No.: 20620
I joined Cheshire Police as a PCSO in 2008. My current beat is Delamere which is part of Crewe East. I cover the town centre area of Delamere where I am keen to make a difference.
-
PCSO Dave Jinks
Collar No.: 20435
I joined Cheshire Police as a PCSO in March 2007, and my current beat is Maw Green which is part of Crewe East. Before joining the force I was an electronics engineer for over 30 years.
-
PCSO Andrea Smith
Collar No.: 20662
I joined Cheshire Constabulary in March 2009. I previously worked at a doctor's surgery and the central pathology laboratory at Norths Staffs Hospital. I enjoy building relationships with my community and making a difference to people's lives.
-
PCSO Steve Metcalfe
Collar No.: 9810
I have been part of Cheshire Constabulary since 1995. Some of this time was spent as a security supervisor, but since 2004, I have been a PCSO working in various areas of Crewe. I currently work on the Maw green Ward.
-
PCSO Karl Tatlock
Collar No.: 21136
I became a PCSO in January 2010, I enjoy my role and all the challenges it brings with it. I am enthusiastic about engaging with the community and reducing anti-social behaviour within my beat area. I am currently based at Crewe Police station and cover the St Barnabas Ward where I will be a visible presence.
-
PCSO Paula Davies
Collar No.: 20311
I joined Cheshire police in 2006. My beat area is the Grovensor which I thoroughly enjoy. I enjoy being in the community and working with the local businesses and members of the public to reduce crime and offer reassurance. In my spare time I enjoy competing in triathlon and travel.