Today, I had a useful update with Elmbridge Borough Commander, Inspector Dallas McDermott.
First, Dallas briefed me on the welcome news that Elmbridge will get an extra 3 police officers as well as a dedicated youth intervention officer. Dallas also gave me an update on the stabbing in Hinchley Wood in January, and progress towards successful prosecution of the assailant.
Next, Dallas updated me on crime figures for the last financial year – burglary was down 15% and anti-social behaviour was down 7%, which is a real testament to our great local police men and women. Finally, we discussed the action that has been taken against illegal encampments, which we incurred last summer across the Borough.
