This podcast explores the world of policing in Cambridgeshire, from the ever popular dog unit to investigating the tragedy of a fatal collision, we aim to give you a real insight into our work.
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Spotting the signs of predatory behaviour
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In this episode we will be discussing the force’s work to prevent violence against women and girls. This is a priority area for the force and has involved a long-term behaviour change campaign and several education projects. This includes training CCTV operators, taxi drivers, door staff and businesses in spotting the signs of predatory behaviour. …
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In this episode we are joined by Tom Wilby, from the force’s Demand Hub, who discusses what it is like to be the first person to speak to someone in an emergency and in need of police support. Tom talks about the types of emergency calls the force receives and the role he plays in protecting people from harm and ensuring they have the help they nee…
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The tell-tale signs of a suspicious death
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In this episode we are joined by Detective Inspector Lindsay Harbour who talks to us about the process involved in investigating the sudden death of a person. From the methodical search at the scene to those tell-tale signs that tell you something isn’t as it seems, Lindsay explains what officers are looking for and the role they play in determinin…
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In this episode we are joined by DC Charlie Mitton, from the force’s Child Abuse Investigation and Safeguarding Unit, who talks about the investigation into a highly manipulative and dangerous paedophile who preyed on young girls through social media. Warning – This episode contains discussions some listeners may find upsetting or difficult to list…
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In this episode we are joined by Inspector Karl Secker who talks about the force’s work to support those in a mental health crisis through the use of a mental health car. Historically police were heavily reliant on the use of emergency powers through section 136 of the Mental Health Act to provide support to those in a mental health crisis. Now tha…
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At birth, Megan Gwynn weighed less than 4lbs, had suffered a burst bowel and only survived thanks to emergency surgery at Addenbrooke’s Hospital. She had also been diagnosed with cystic fibrosis, a condition that causes damage to the lungs, digestive system and other organs and shortens life expectancy. Despite this, and her own concerns, Megan rec…
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Concern for people and missing from home reports represent a significant slice of modern policing. But behind the stats there are stories of real people, some ending in tragedy but others in joyful reunion. In this podcast, Detective Inspector Nick Cook speaks about the highs and lows of investigating missing people, while experienced control room …
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In this podcast we speak to Janet Cameron, a survivor of historical sexual abuse at the hands of convicted murderer Colin Hill. Janet has bravely waived her anonymity and spoken out on her battle for justice, 32 years after being raped and being told by police there was nothing that could be done. For more information on rape, serious sexual offenc…
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Neighbourhood policing - it’s everyone’s business
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We’ve got neighbourhood policing teams working closely with local authorities, community leaders and residents to protect communities, gather information and reduce crime across Cambridgeshire. But we can’t do it by ourselves, we need residents like you to continue feeding us information so we can help rectify the issues that matter to you most. In…
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Anthony Burn, 59, is a “manipulative predator” who sexually abused multiple young children for nearly 40 years. Burn befriended families in Huntingdon and elsewhere, before gaining their trust and targeting their children. In July last year he was jailed for a minimum of 20 years. In this podcast we speak to DC Kev Foxcroft about the investigation,…
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Like many people struggling with loneliness after the breakdown of a relationship, retired dentist Simon Frost from Soham, turned to the internet looking for company, friendship and possibly love, but it didn’t work out as he’d hoped. Sadly, Simon’s story is all too common. For many lonely and vulnerable people, the person online may be the only pe…
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It was a day on the front line like any other for PC Leo Clarke in February last year. But that one day changed the next year of his life as he knew it. Leo was left with a bleed on the brain after being attacked on duty. He needed surgery and spent almost a week in hospital. Now back helping to keep Cambridgeshire safe, in this podcast episode he …
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Leaving him was the best thing I’ve done
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Each year, we sadly deal thousands of reports of domestic abuse and work tirelessly to bring offenders to justice. In this podcast, we speak anonymously to a brave domestic abuse survivor who suffered threats and physical abuse at the hands of her ex-partner and hopes to encourage others to speak out. We also hear from DC Jess Day who investigated …
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From sniffing out evidence such as drugs or firearms, to finding missing people or catching criminals, our police dogs really are vital in helping us keep Cambridgeshire safe. In this podcast we speak to members of the dog unit about their crime-fighting canines and experiences on the unit. Remember - the nose knows!…
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Sex offenders living in our communities no doubt concerns many people, particularly those with children. Once convicted, paedophiles are placed on the Sex Offenders Register and are often subject to Sexual Harm Prevention Orders. In this episode we speak to Det Sgt Kayleigh Smith to discuss how we manage offenders in the community as part of effort…
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Warning: this podcast contains content some may find upsetting, and may be considered only suitable for adults. We speak to a survivor of serious sexual offences about her experiences of reporting what happened after initially being concerned she wouldn’t be believed. We also talk to a police officer and the manager of the Sexual Assault Referral C…
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In October 2019 30-year-old Alex Fitzpatrick was fatally stabbed 15 times on a St Neots street. Last year, 33-year-old Robert Parkins was found guilty, by a unanimous jury of Alex’s murder and jailed for 19 years. Here we speak to Sgt Amanda Rossiter, who was one of the first on the scene, about the fateful day and the dangers of carrying knives. F…
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Operation Laysan was a mysterious investigation which took many turns. In September 2015, Ricardas Puisys vanished from his home in Wisbech. A murder investigation was launched and the hunt for his body began. Ricardas had not been seen for three years before the investigation took an unexpected turn… This podcast contains content about modern slav…
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An avoidable tragedy - the anatomy of a fatal road collision
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Last year 35 people were killed in road collisions in Cambridgeshire. Every one was investigated and caused devastation for victims’ family and friends. And every one could have been avoided. In this podcast we speak to Claire Danks, whose 22-year-old daughter Lauren was killed in a crash caused by a drunk driver in 2016, and Sergeant Mark Dollard,…
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