Safer Streets Event in Oadby & Wigston Friday, 22 November, 2024 We held a Safer Streets Event in Oadby & Wigston on 15 November when we handed out home security equipment such as window alarms, video door bells and light timer switches to a carefully selected range of residents. Find out more in this video. now with subtitles. Local News
Statement on the Unrest in Leicester East 18th September 2022 It’s shocking to see this type of violence taking place on the streets of Leicester, particularly at this time. The Police are doing a great job in challenging... Local News
PCC signs deal on new front enquiry desk for Rutland 3rd September 2022 Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Police and Crime Commissioner Rupert Matthews has put pen to paper on a deal to secure the reopening of a police front... Local News
Family Fun Day set to launch new Thringstone and Whitwick People Zone 17th August 2022 Families are gearing up to attend a free fun day as part of a major new community safety project in Thringstone and Whitwick. The Family Fun Day is being... Local News
Protect your bike from theft, says Commissioner Rupert Matthews 15th August 2022 Police and Crime Commissioner for Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland, Rupert Matthews, went along to see PCSO Vince Preston and the South Leicester beat team... Local News
Surgery Success for Commissioner 9th August 2022 The Police and Crime Commissioner for Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland, Rupert Matthews' first open ‘Surgery' proved hugely popular with local councillors... Local News
Recruitment success nets force an extra 26 police officers to keep people safe 7th August 2022 More than 20 extra police officers will be funded in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland - on top of the additional posts being recruited as part of the... Local News
Search is on for Leicestershire's next Chief Constable 7th August 2022 A major recruitment drive is underway to appoint a new Chief Constable for Leicestershire Police. Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Police and Crime... Local News
New stop and search power to tackle terrorism welcomed by Police and Crime Commissioner 31st July 2022 Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Police and Crime Commissioner Rupert Matthews has welcomed plans to give police officers extra powers to help protect the... Local News
Rural Policing Team Expanded to Tackle Crime in Rural Areas 31st July 2022 I am delighted to announce that the team dedicated to rural policing is expanding from three to eight officers to provide extra resources to target, disrupt and... Local News