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Cuppa with a Copper will take place on Tuesday, 12th May, between 1 pm and 2 pm. Officers from Easington Neighbourhood P...
08/05/2026

Cuppa with a Copper will take place on Tuesday, 12th May, between 1 pm and 2 pm. Officers from Easington Neighbourhood Policing Team will be available at East Durham Garden Centre, South Hetton Road.

We look forward to seeing you there.

CUPPA WITH A COPPER -SEATON HOLME EASINGTON VILLAGECuppa with a Copper will take place on Thursday 7th May 2026 between ...
06/05/2026

CUPPA WITH A COPPER -SEATON HOLME EASINGTON VILLAGE

Cuppa with a Copper will take place on Thursday 7th May 2026 between 2pm and 3pm, why not pop along and discuss any issues you may have in the community or simply pop in and have a chat with your local officer.

We look forward to seeing you there.

Easington and Grants Houses PACT Meeting. REMINDER, the above PACT Meeting will take place this evening 6th May 2026 at ...
06/05/2026

Easington and Grants Houses PACT Meeting.

REMINDER, the above PACT Meeting will take place this evening 6th May 2026 at The Parish Rooms , Crawlaw Road, Easington 6pm to 7pm. We look forward to seeing you there.

đź’ŞA dangerous driver was behind bars just in time for the bank holiday weekend after having a run in with our Durham Road...
05/05/2026

đź’ŞA dangerous driver was behind bars just in time for the bank holiday weekend after having a run in with our Durham Roads & Armed Policing Unit officers on Thursday.

PCs Lee Smith and Bradley Jones were patrolling Easington just before noon when they spotted disqualified driver Andrew Paul Garthwaite leaving a car park in a Volvo C30.

Knowing he’d been clocked, Garthwaite then sped through neighbouring streets, putting pedestrians and other road users at risk as he drove in excess of 70mph in the 30mph zones.

After trying and failing to lose the officers by driving in circles around the backstreets, Garthwaite tried the next tactical decision in the criminal handbook – park the car up and stand next to it pretending you don’t know anything.

When he realised that wasn’t going to work, Garthwaite tried to leg it but was chased down by PC Smith with some expert backup from PC Jones’ drone skills.

Garthwaite was arrested and charged with dangerous driving, disqualified driving and having no insurance.

⚖️He was remanded and put before Peterlee Magistrates’ Court the next day where he pleaded guilty to all offences and was handed a 37-week prison sentence.

The 30-year-old, of no fixed abode, was also disqualified from driving for a further three years.

🚓 Rural Patrols in Action – Easington NPT 🌾Officers from the Easington Neighbourhood Policing Team have been out conduct...
03/05/2026

🚓 Rural Patrols in Action – Easington NPT 🌾

Officers from the Easington Neighbourhood Policing Team have been out conducting a dedicated rural policing operation yesterday evening, focusing on the areas of Easington, South Hetton, and Haswell.

The operation included a combination of high-visibility foot patrols, targeted vehicle patrols, and the deployment of drone technology to cover more remote and hard-to-reach locations. These proactive measures help us monitor activity, deter crime, and respond swiftly to any concerns within our rural communities.

Rural crime can have a significant impact on those who live and work in these areas, from theft of equipment and vehicles to wildlife and agricultural offences. Our team remains committed to tackling these issues head-on through continued patrols, intelligence gathering, and engagement with local residents.

We encourage members of the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity. Your information plays a vital role in helping us keep our communities safe.

Great turnout at today’s mobile PACT meetings in Easington Colliery, Easington Village, South Hetton and Haswell.Thank y...
02/05/2026

Great turnout at today’s mobile PACT meetings in Easington Colliery, Easington Village, South Hetton and Haswell.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by to share concerns, ask questions, and speak directly with officers from Easington Neighbourhood Policing Team. Community engagement and local support are essential in helping us address issues that matter most and keep our neighbourhoods safe. Your voice plays a key role in shaping local policing priorities.

WANTED: Have you seen Jordan Ward? He is wanted by officers in relation to outstanding offences, including criminal dam...
30/04/2026

WANTED: Have you seen Jordan Ward?

He is wanted by officers in relation to outstanding offences, including criminal damage and assault.

If you see him or have information as to his whereabouts, please email PC Aydon at Daniel.aydon@durham.police.uk or call us on 101 quoting reference CRI00648208, please don’t comment below.

If you wish to provide information anonymously then you can contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via their website - https://crimestoppers-uk.org/give-information

MOBILE PACT. Easington Neighbourhood Policing Team will be holding a Mobile PACT meeting on Saturday 2nd May 2026. We wi...
29/04/2026

MOBILE PACT.

Easington Neighbourhood Policing Team will be holding a Mobile PACT meeting on Saturday 2nd May 2026.
We will be at the following locations so please pop along and have a chat with your local officers who look forward to meeting with you. We will be in each area for 30 minutes.

12.30pm to 1pm - Easington Colliery Nature Reserve
1.15pm to 1.45pm - Low Row, Easington Village
2.30pm to 3pm - Opposite Fallowfield Terrace, South Hetton
3.15pm to 3.45pm - Haswell and Haswell Plough Community Centre.

REMINDER - EASINGTON PACT meeting will take place on Wednesday 6th May 2026, we look forward to seeing you there.
28/04/2026

REMINDER - EASINGTON PACT meeting will take place on Wednesday 6th May 2026, we look forward to seeing you there.

‼️ APPEAL FOR INFORMATION ‼️A Sym Jet 14 125cc scooter has been stolen from the Dawdon area in the early hours of Sunday...
25/04/2026

‼️ APPEAL FOR INFORMATION ‼️

A Sym Jet 14 125cc scooter has been stolen from the Dawdon area in the early hours of Sunday the 12th April 2026.

Any information regarding this bike, and/or it's whereabouts please contact us via 101 quoting incident number, DHM-12042026-0117 or contact PCSO 30426 Todd - xsara.todd@durham.police.uk

Thank you.

🚨 Police Appeal for Witnesses – Seaham 🚨Officers are appealing for information following an assault in the Seaham area.T...
24/04/2026

🚨 Police Appeal for Witnesses – Seaham 🚨

Officers are appealing for information following an assault in the Seaham area.

The incident occurred on South Crescent, nearby to Costa/ Byron Place Shopping Centre, specifically at the bus stop, on 08/04/2026 at approximately 4:50pm.

Officers are keen to speak with anyone who may have witnessed what happened, or who may have any relevant information.

If you were in the area at the time, or have any dashcam, CCTV, or mobile phone footage, please get in touch.

đź“ž Please contact us via 101 quoting incident number DHM-08042026-0342 or contact PC 2818 Anderson - andrea.batty@durham.police.uk

Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Your information could be vital in helping us identify those responsible.

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