Whitby
The new inspector at the helm of policing in Whitby is from the town and especially wanted to be posted back to where he lives. Inspector Andy Colbourne has taken over from Mark Grange who has now been promoted to a Chief Inspector's role at York.
He has worked primarily in Scarborough as a Constable and Sergeant before being promoted to the Force Control Room in 2009. In June 2011 he was given the opportunity to take over the reigns at Whitby.
Insp Colbourne said: "I wanted particularly to have an influence over an area that I live in and have an enhanced interest in.
"I want to build on the excellent results in relation to the reduction of crime and anti-social behaviour that have been achieved previously by the team.
"My objectives are:
- Maximise the efficiency of resources to enable me to pro-actively tackle local priorities to include metal thefts, thefts from motor vehicles and anti-social behaviour,
- To develop sustainable partnership working thus ensuring that the communities are involved and informed of matters that directly affect the residents of the Whitby District,
- Maintain a visible presence in the district and ensure that the residents and visitors receive a first class service.
"My aim is to deliver the best possible policing service across the District of Whitby and North Yorkshire Police's principle aims are to:
- Keep our neighbourhoods and roads safe,
- Solve crime and reduce anti-social behaviour by working closely with and understanding our communities,
- Deliver a high quality, cost effective and professional service."