AB1 Sold, but Stays in West Mercia
The AB1 car registration has been sold for a significant six-figure sum, but will remain a part of the local landscape after being bought by a former West Mercia Chief Constable. Paul West QPM was the last Chief to use the plate on his car. As its new owner, he has now pledged to keep […]
Body Worn Video rolled out to officers in North Worcestershire
Body Worn Video is now being rolled out to frontline officers and staff in North Worcestershire, after the Police and Crime Commissioner, John Campion signed off a £1million investment in the technology. Body Worn Video will be used in Kidderminster, Stourport, Bewdley, Hagley, Bromsgrove and Redditch and throughout rural communities in North Worcestershire, as part […]
PCC presents awards to inspirational young people
The Police and Crime Commissioner saw the inspiring work by young people across Wyre Forest and Hagley schools at the Young Citizenship Celebration Evening, held at Kidderminster Town Hall this week. This fifth annual event, which celebrates the wide range of citizenship work carried out by young people from Wyre Forest and Hagley schools, was […]
Commissioner commends brave officers who saved woman’s life.
PCC John Campion has commended the bravery of two West Mercia Police officers, who put themselves in danger to save a woman’s life. PC’s Phil Parke and Steve Bloomer from Telford, attended an incident where a man had doused himself and a woman in petrol and was threatening to set them both on fire. The […]
PCCs calls for public to get Behind The Badge following incidents in Worcestershire
Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion has released a statement after three police officers were assaulted in separate incidents in Worcestershire overnight on Tuesday (11/12 July). A police constable was bitten at Worcester Police Station after arresting a 26-year-old man from Worcester on suspicion of being drunk and disorderly in Foregate Street. The officer attended […]
Young people see their idea come to life with launch of new app
A mobile app, designed to teach young people how to keep safe on the internet and on the streets, has launched today with the support of West Mercia Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion. Young people can often face tough decisions and situations as they’re growing up. Be it trying to decide between right and […]
Commissioner Raises “Major Concerns” About M5 Roadworks
The Police and Crime Commissioner and Leader of Bromsgrove District Council say they have “major concerns” about a new programme of roadworks on the M5 and the impact they would have on local communities and businesses. Works are needed at Oldbury, between junctions 1 and 2 on the motorway which are expected to last more […]
Body Worn Video rolled out to officers in South Worcestershire
Body Worn Video is now being rolled out to frontline officers and staff in South Worcestershire, after the Police and Crime Commissioner, John Campion signed off a £1million investment in the technology. Body Worn Video will be used in Worcester, Evesham, Pershore, Droitwich Spa, Upton upon Severn, Malvern and throughout rural communities in South Worcestershire, […]
Fire and police come together to promote road safety
Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion has come together with Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service (HWFRS) and West Mercia Police (WMP) to purchase a seatbelt simulator sled, which will help promote road safety in Herefordshire and Worcestershire. The sled demonstrates the impact of a road traffic collision at just 4 mph, allowing the user […]
PCC Welcomes Hate Crime Strategy
West Mercia Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion has welcomed the commitment that West Mercia Police have made to provide all victims of hate crime with a personalised service with the launch of a new hate crime strategy. West Mercia Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion said: “Tackling hate crime is a priority for me. […]
