Meet the District Commander, Chief Inspector Tony Atkin

Chief Inspector Tony Atkin says his top policing priorities are residents’ top concerns - anti-social behaviour, hate crime, burglary, robbery and vehicle crime.
Here he explains how he and his officers are working with communities and partner agencies across Thurrock, listening to local concerns and using the information the public provide to help target operational policing activity.
Latest figures, which compare the year to 31 July 2024 with the previous 12 months, show that all crime has decreased by 4.9%, or 813 offences, year on year, with anti-social behaviour showing a similar reduction - 4.9% or 89 incidents recorded.
Chief Inspector Atkin says that none of these reductions in criminal offences and anti-social behaviour incidents is possible without the support of everyone who lives in, works in or visits #Thurrock.
“So, please tell us if you have any local concerns or information about crime, criminal activity or anti-social behaviour,” he says.
“We are part of the community and we need your help to keep our streets safe. Remember, if you see it, report it.”
You can report crimes, anti-social behaviour and information about criminal activity to police online at www.essex.police.uk/ro or use the 'Live Chat' button to speak to an online operator 24/7. Alternatively, you can ring 101.
You can also contact Crimestoppers, anonymously, online or by calling 0800 555 111. If it's a crime in progress, always ring 999.
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