Officers from the Wokingham North Neighbourhood Policing Team (NHPT) have been active across Woodley, Earley, Winnersh and Twyford, responding to emergencies, following up on reports, and engaging with local communities.
Community outreach has included talks on fraud prevention, road safety, and public concerns. PCSO Espas visited Trinity Church in Earley to deliver an Action Fraud session, providing advice on how to avoid scams and rogue traders, alongside practical freebies to help residents stay safe online.
In Winnersh, PCSOs Sparks, Emmett and PC Chiriac held a “Have Your Say” event outside Building 1000 Triangle, speaking with employees and passers‑by while handing out crime‑prevention materials.
Local schools have also benefited from visits. PCSO Espas and PCSO Clark delivered a road-safety session at St Peter’s School in Earley, teaching Reception pupils how to stay safe near roads and crossings. Students were also given the chance to explore a police car and see the blue lights in action.
Community engagement continued with a “Walk and Talk” in Charvil, attended by the Councillor for Thames Ward, allowing residents to discuss local concerns and highlight areas for improvement. Similarly, PCSO Espas held a session at the Salvation Army, where e-scooters and e-bikes were a major topic of concern. Officers reported a noticeable reduction in unlawful riding in the area following ongoing enforcement.
Other recent patrols included:
– PCSO Leightley and PCSO Hobart asking a group drinking in a local park to move on, helping maintain safe public spaces.
– PCSO Emmett and PCSO Sparks recovering a stolen motorbike.
– PCSO Ispas seizing an uninsured vehicle spotted during routine patrols.
– Visits to local churches in Earley to strengthen community links and support youth engagement.
– Collaboration with University of Reading Security to deter anti-social behaviour affecting students.
The Wokingham North NHPT encouraged residents to continue providing feedback through local surveys, helping officers respond promptly to community concerns.
