Community and Coordination A Fortnight on the Rutland Beat

Community and Coordination A Fortnight on the Rutland Beat

In the latest update from the Rutland Police, PCSO Beth has provided a detailed look at the diverse range of incidents handled by local officers over the past two weeks. From high-speed road collisions to grassroots community engagement, the report paints a picture of a force that is constantly on the move across the county and beyond.

Road safety and traffic management dominated much of the recent schedule. The team responded to several incidents that required swift action to keep the public safe.

Officers attended a Road Traffic Collision (RTC) on the A1, one of the region's busiest transit veins.

PCSO Beth assisted with significant road closures in Melton town following an RTC and provided traffic control in Melton Mowbray after a vehicle collided with a garden wall. Fortunately, no injuries were reported in the latter incident.

Coordination with PCSO Etienne ensured the safe recovery of a broken-down vehicle on a high-traffic route, preventing further congestion or danger to motorists.

Beyond emergency response, the force remains heavily invested in long-term safety and resident relations.

Dedicated Beat Surgeries sessions were held in Ketton and Edith Weston. These surgeries allow residents to voice concerns directly to officers in an informal setting.

Police are encouraging all residents to sign up for Neighbourhood Link to stay informed about future surgeries and local safety alerts.

ASB Patrols: PCSO Beth joined forces with PCSO Claire to patrol Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB) hotspots in the Melton Rural North beat, maintaining a visible deterrent in sensitive areas.

While much of the work happens in public view, a significant portion of the week was dedicated to the investigative and professional foundations of the job.

"I’ve collected significant amounts of CCTV to assist in ongoing investigations and spent time at Force Headquarters for advanced training to ensure I can serve the community to the best of my ability." PCSO Beth

The update also highlighted a successful search operation for a missing person, who was thankfully located safe and well.

A Note to Residents

As PCSO Beth heads into a well-earned period of rest days, the message to Rutland remains clear, the force is active, trained, and listening. Whether it's managing a scene on a busy A-road or discussing local issues over a coffee in Ketton, the focus remains on "policing with a personal touch."