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For Leicester & Newsletter of CITY & COUNTY NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH – (LEICESTER & LEICESTERSHIRE) Working in SUPPORT of . Charity No. 1072275 Issue 17/2018 The City & County Neighbourhood Watch is here to represent the concerns of members and their families. We operate entirely outside the police chain of command, so we can always promise an independent and confidential service Working in SUPPORT of LEICESTERSHIRE POLICE

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LEICESTERSHIRE POLICE

Crown Court Commendation for acid attack investigators

(L-R) DS Sarah Walker, DC Kim Welford, Supt. Rich Ward and DS Anna Burton

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Issued on 30/4/18 at 7:34 a.m.

The team who investigated a horrific attack in which a man was doused in acid while he slept have been presented with a Crown Court Commendation. Daniel Rotariu sustained burns to 32% of his body and lost the sight in both eyes as a result of the incident.

The woman he had been in a relationship with – Katie Leong – was found guilty of trying to kill Daniel and was given a 34-year life sentence for attempted murder following a trial in March last year.

The judge presiding over case publicly commended the actions of the investigating team, particularly highlighting the “measured and careful judgment, combined with enormous commitment and tireless efforts”. Superintendent Richard Ward, DS Anna Burton, DC Kim Welford, DS Sarah Walker and CSI Christian Georg all received their commendation at an awards ceremony held at Leicestershire Police Headquarters yesterday (Friday 27 April).

Superintendent Richard Ward, who led the investigation, said: “Operation Gates was a complex and difficult investigation and the injuries caused to the victim were horrific and life threatening.

“The scene faced by the initial officers who attended on the night was dangerous and chaotic, yet they were able to provide vital first aid to the victim Daniel Rotariu, whilst also securing crucial evidence. “My investigation team had to deal with considerable challenges, not least the difficulties at the scene which was covered in sulphuric acid, making it inherently unsafe. They were also unable to speak with Daniel for two months as he was receiving lifesaving care in hospital.

“The offender Katie Leong was given a 34 year life sentence attempted murder which illustrates the gravity and gruesome nature of this crime which was premeditated and astonishingly cruel.”

LEICESTERSHIRE POLICE

POLICE SAFER NEIGHBOURHOOD TEAM

EASTERN COUNTIES NPA

NPA commander - Inspector Gavin Drummond

Inspector Gavin Drummond joined Leicestershire Police in 2003 where he performed a variety of uniformed roles in the Hinckley area. In 2008 he was promoted to Sergeant following which he undertook the deputy commander role at Wigston Police station. Since this role Gavin has performed a variety of roles including the management of the missing persons investigation team and most recently an intelligence Sergeant in the Force intelligence bureau.

On promotion to Inspector in 2015, Gavin took up the role as commander for the Eastern Counties Neighbourhood policing area.

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On starting his new role Gavin said: "I am delighted to have taken up the position as the commander for the Eastern Counties Neighbourhood policing area. It is clear that there are already very strong community and partnership links across the area, something which I am particularly keen to maintain and build upon.

"Having previously worked in Neighbourhood policing I understand the need for effective communication links between the Police, our partners and the communities that we serve in order to identify and address problems and issues. Engagement and consultation are critical in achieving positive outcomes and I would implore communities to get in touch with their local officers to advise of any Neighbourhood policing issues they might be facing."

Melton Rural South

The Melton Rural South Neighbourhood covers the villages of Asfordby, Grimston, Nether Broughton, Old Dalby, Saxelby, Shoby and Welby to the West of as well as the villages of Burrough on the Hill, Burton Lazars, Cold Overton, Eye Kettleby, Great Dalby, John O'Gaunt, Knossington, Leesthorpe, , Pickwell, Somerby, Thorpe Satchville and Twyford to the South of Melton Mowbray.

Each dedicated neighbourhood team is supported by the Special Constabulary.

Your dedicated neighbourhood team

Sgt Mark Williams

Collar number: 2241

I am Sgt Mark WILLIAMS and I have been a police officer now for 13 years.

As a neighbourhood officer I recognise the importance that the community plays in the identification of local problems and the apprehension of villains.

Please feel free to contact myself, one of my team or attend a local engagement event to share your concerns and help us to continue to make Melton a safe place to live and work.

 Send an email to your neighbourhood team  Leave a voicemail for Sgt Mark Williams by calling 101 and follow the instructions to leave a message for an officer. When prompted, key in the identification number 2241.

PC Jon BARLOW (Beacon Officer)

Collar number: 1002

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I have worked as a neighbourhood officer for Melton Rural South since September 2017. Before joining the team, I had experience working in Offender Management, Investigation Units and also as a Response Officer.

Neighbourhood policing is always something I wanted to get involved in, interacting with different members of the community and helping to solve problems and issues that matter the most to you.

Please feel free to contact me with any concerns or issues you have and I’ll be happy to help. If you wave at me as I drive past, I’ll make sure to wave back!

 Send an email to your neighbourhood team  Leave a voicemail for PC Jon BARLOW by calling 101 and follow the instructions to leave a message for an officer. When prompted, key in the identification number 1002.

PCSO Karen EVANS

Collar number: 6594

I have worked for Leicestershire Police as a Police Community Support Officer since October 2013. I joined the Melton Town South Beat in August 2014 having previously worked on the Town Centre. I am now covering the Rural South beat and working in the community with PC BARLOW .

If you see me about please stop me and tell me about issues that matter to you most, your views are important to your Neighbourhood team and we would encourage you to tell us what issues you think we and partner agencies should be tackling.

 Send an email to your neighbourhood team  Leave a voicemail for PCSO Karen EVANS by calling 101 and follow the instructions to leave a message for an officer. When prompted, key in the identification number 6594.

PCSO Tracey Biggs

Collar number: 6171

I have recently joined the Melton team and will be your local PCSO for the rural south beat. My role is to offer reassurance to members of our community and I look forward to working closely together to identify and deal with the issues that cause most harm to the community. Please come and say “hello” if you see me about.

 Send an email to your neighbourhood team  Leave a voicemail for PCSO Tracey Biggs by calling 101 and follow the instructions to leave a message for an officer. When prompted, key in the identification number 6171.

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FACEBOOK GROUPS

Why not consider joining a Facebook Group for your Area. You will then be able to comment and discuss issues with others in your area, on topics that are of interest to you. Blaby District: https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlabyNeighbourhoodWatchCCNWA/ Charnwood Borough: https://www.facebook.com/groups/CharnwoodNeighbourhoodWatchCCNWA/ Harborough District: https://www.facebook.com/groups/HarboroughNeighbourhoodWatchCCNWA/ Hinckley & Bosworth Borough: https://www.facebook.com/groups/HinckleyBosworthNeighbourhoodWatch/ Leicester City: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeicesterNeighbourhoodWatchCCNWA/ Leicestershire: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeicestershireNeighbourhoodWatchCCNWA/ Melton Borough: https://www.facebook.com/groups/MeltonNeighbourhoodWatchCCNWA/ North West Leicestershire District: https://www.facebook.com/groups/NorthWestLeicsNeighbourhoodWatch/ Oadby & Wigston Borough: https://www.facebook.com/groups/OadbyWigstonNeighbourhoodWatch/

EAST MIDLANDS DERBYSHIRE: https://www.facebook.com/groups/derbyshirecommunity/ LINCOLNSHIRE: www.facebook.com/CCNWALincolnshire NORTHAMPTONSHIRE: www.facebook.com/CCNWANorthamptonshire NOTTINGHAMSHIRE: www.facebook.com/ccnwanottinghamshire

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