Crime News & Incident Updates

19 charges secured in Shoebury drug line investigation following raid

An extensive investigation into a drug line supplying crack cocaine and heroin in Shoebury has led to 19 charges against…

8 months ago

Southend predator jailed after police crack phone and uncover 110,000 indecent images of children

A Southend man has been jailed for 20 years after police uncovered more than 110,000 indecent images of children on…

8 months ago

Westcliff man handed 10-year restraining order for domestic abuse in landmark case

A Westcliff man has been given a 10-year restraining order and a suspended prison sentence after pleading guilty to controlling…

8 months ago

Nearly 100 drivers caught speeding in two hours on major Essex road

In just two hours, nearly 100 drivers were caught speeding on major roads in Essex including the A12, highlighting ongoing…

8 months ago

Eastwood Crime Spree: Multiple burglaries and thefts reported

Residents in the Eastwood area of Southend have experienced a spate of burglaries and thefts over the last few days.…

8 months ago

Police appeal following criminal damage incident at Cecil Court, Southend

Police are appealing for information after a door at a property in Cecil Court, Jones Close was damaged on Christmas…

8 months ago

Two people seriously injured in violent Southend High Street incident

Shoppers in Southend High Street were shocked as a violent disturbance broke out at around 5.30pm yesterday, leaving two men…

8 months ago

Police seeking men after assault left victim with injuries

Police have released images of two men they want to speak to following an assault in Southend that left a…

8 months ago

Police to crack down on illegal e-scooter and e-bike use in Southend

Essex Police has announced a major crackdown on the dangerous and illegal use of e-scooters and e-bikes in Southend, warning…

8 months ago

Police cordon in place on Southchurch Road following early morning assault

A major police presence was in place on Southchurch Road in Southend city centre this morning following a serious assault…

8 months ago