Crime in Matlock St Giles, Derbyshire Dales

1) Speeding – Arterial Roads Into Matlock
Speed Enforcement and Education:
o Delivered by trained Safer Neighbourhood Officers to address local concerns and promote road safety.
Specialist Enforcement:
o Casualty Reduction Enforcement Support Team to conduct targeted speed enforcement operations.
o Roads Policing Teams to provide enforcement and education on high-risk routes.
Community Engagement:
o Support and coordination with Community Speed Watch Groups to empower residents and raise awareness.
Intelligence-Led Approach:
o Use data and community feedback to identify priority locations for enforcement and education.
2) Shop Theft Matlock Town Centre
High Visibility Patrols:
o Increase foot patrols in retail areas to deter theft and reassure businesses and shoppers.
Targeted Enforcement:
o Work with specialist teams to identify and apprehend repeat offenders.
o Use CCTV and intelligence to support investigations and prosecutions.
Community & Business Engagement:
o Liaise with local retailers and business forums to share crime prevention advice.
o Encourage reporting of suspicious activity and theft incidents through Derbyshire Constabulary channels.
Partnership Working:
o Collaborate with local councils, business improvement groups, and partner agencies to implement preventative measures.
Intelligence-Led Approach:
o Regularly review crime trends and hotspot data to deploy resources effectively.
o Share updates and outcomes with businesses and the community to build confidence
3) Concern regarding Drug Dealing Hurst Farm Estate
High Visibility Patrols:
o Increase patrols in identified hotspot areas to deter drug-related activity and reassure residents.
Targeted Enforcement:
o Work with specialist Police units to identify and disrupt organised drug dealing.
o Use stop-and-search powers and intelligence-led operations to target offenders.
Community Engagement:
o Encourage residents to report suspicious activity via Derbyshire Constabulary channels or Crimestoppers.
o Provide reassurance visits and crime prevention advice to affected areas.
Partnership Working:
o Collaborate with housing associations, local councils, and support agencies to address underlying issues and safeguard vulnerable individuals.
Intelligence-Led Approach:
o Gather and analyse intelligence from community reports, patrol observations, and partner agencies.
o Share updates with the community to maintain trust and transparency