Three arrested during operation to tackle 'high harm' crime in North Essex

Police have been stopping cars believed to be linked to crime in Tendring and Colchester

Author: Matt SoanesPublished 11th Jan 2022

Three people have been arrested in North Essex, as part of a continuing police operation to tackle 'high harm' crime in the region.

A 21 year old man from Colchester has been arrested on suspicion of Class A drugs offences, after police found what they think are bags of cocaine during a vehicle search.

He's also been reported for driving without insurance.

Two women have been arrested in Clacton after police stopped a vehicle thought to be linked to anti-social behaviour.

A 64-year-old woman from Clacton was questioned on suspicion of theft. She has been released under investigation.

47-year-old woman from Clacton was questioned on suspicion of theft and driving without insurance. She has been released on bail until next month.

Chief Inspector Darren Deex, of Essex Police, said:

“The team continue to play its part in tackling crime which is causing high harm within our communities.

“Our officers are out on the streets of Essex 24 hours a day, seven days a week to protect the public, detect crime and catch criminals.

“But so much of our work is made possible by you, the public, who continue to report issues and suspicions to us. All of that feeds into how we work so please continue to do so.”

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