The Beat Podcast from Staffordshire Police

Episode two of our Specials mini-series of The Beat continues with Special Constable Kristian Roberts!Focusing on our specials constabulary, we are sitting down with people across all levels of our team of voluntary officers, as they share their knowledge, expertise and tales of life in the force.In Part Two, Kristian tells Josh Samuels about what it was like becoming a special in the middle of the pandemic and why he couldn’t get enough of it.If you want to read more about our specials constabulary, or if you’re interested in signing up, please visit: Special Constable | Staffordshire Police

The second guest in our Specials mini-series of The Beat is Special Constable Kristian Roberts! Focusing on our specials constabulary, we are sitting down with people across all levels of our team of voluntary officers, as they share their knowledge, expertise and tales of life in the force.Scotsman Kristian has been part of the specials for three years and juggles his voluntary duties in the force with his full-time job as an engineer.In Part One, Kristian tells Josh Samuels why becoming a regular officer isn’t for him, the characteristics that every special should have and whether he sees himself being in the specials long-term.If you want to read more about our specials constabulary, or if you’re interested in signing up, please visit: Special Constable | Staffordshire Police

Episode One of our specials constabulary mini-series of The Beat continues with our specials co-ordinator, Sue Bohanan!Focusing on our specials constabulary, we are sitting down with people across all levels of our team of voluntary officers, as they share their knowledge, expertise and tales of life in the force.In Part Two, Sue tells Josh Samuels the now-infamous story of how she used her experience and instinct to single-handedly prevent a theft at her local shop.If you want to read more about our specials constabulary, or if you’re interested in signing up, please visit: Special Constable | Staffordshire Police

We are launching an all-new mini-series of our podcast, The Beat!Focusing on our specials constabulary, we are sitting down with people across all of our team of voluntary officers, as they share their knowledge, expertise and tales of life in the force.Joining Josh Samuels in the first episode is Sue Bohanan, who currently serves as our specials co-ordinator.A beloved member of the Staffordshire Police community, the affectionately nicknamed Sue Bo speaks to Josh with great honesty, humility and humour about her three decades as a special.In Part One, she tells Josh about what led her to sign up as a special, how she was able to balance her duties on the family farm with her calling to join the police and how specials are far more valued nowadays than when she signed up.If you want to read more about our specials constabulary, or if you’re interested in signing up, please visit: Special Constable | Staffordshire Police

Knife crime is a community issue and it’s crucial that those at risk are aware of the support available to them. Even though it’s not common to carry a knife, we know that some young people choose to carry because they perceive that others are too, or because they feel pressure to do so.If you want to know more about what's happening locally, signs to spot that indicate a young person may be carrying a knife, or to know what happens if someone is found to be carrying a knife, take a listen to hear from our guest speakers:Mark from Staffordshire's Violence Reduction TeamGemma from Catch22Joy from Stoke-on-Trent Youth Offending ServiceVisit our website for more information about our Ditch The Blade campaign and to access details for support organisations.Have any questions? Drop us an email at thebeatpodcast@staffordshire.police.uk

As well as face-to-face engagement, modern technology helps our officers engage with communities in more ways than ever.In the latest episode of The Beat Podcast, hear from PCSO Horton and Chief Inspector Cotton as they share their experiences of local policing and community engagement. Understand how they work with their local residents, businesses and partner organisations to better understand local issues and to tackle these together as a community. Have any questions? Drop us an email at thebeatpodcast@staffordshire.police.uk

In episode 13 of The Beat Podcast we hear from Chief Constable Chris Noble who talks openly about designing and implementing the new local operating model, how we're responding to the Louise Casey report, as well as the steps we're is taking to improve and maintain standards following the recent HMICFRS inspection. Hosted by Mike Lowe, Communications and Engagement Manager at Staffordshire Police.Have any questions? Drop us an email at thebeatpodcast@staffordshire.police.uk

The first The Beat Podcast from Staffordshire Police of 2023 focuses on our #PhoneFree campaign.#PhoneFree is one of four road safety campaigns as part of Operation Lightning, which aims to reduce the number of deaths and serious injuries on the roads of Staffordshire and to disrupt and deter criminals from using the road network.In this podcast, from 01:40, we hear from PC Kiki Pilarczyk, from our Roads Policing Unit (RPU), on what steps drivers can take to make sure they are #PhoneFree while at the wheel and what actions RPU are taking to ensure drivers are not using mobile phones while driving.From 18:45, you can hear from Roger Wetton, Forensic Collision Investigator, who talks about the role forensics have in investigating evidence in cases of mobile phone usage by drivers, how forensic collision investigations have changed over the last ten years and examples of incidents where a mobile phone has been used. We hope The Beat Podcast helps to give you an insight into how we police and prevent crime in our beautiful county through the eyes of those on the front line.Hosted by Manish Patel, Communications Officer at Staffordshire Police.Have any questions? Drop us an email at thebeatpodcast@staffordshire.police.uk

The Beat Podcast from Staffordshire Police is back, this time with our new Chief Constable Chris Noble.In this episode, we focus on Chris' vision for Staffordshire Police, his project operating model and plans for the future of the force as well as talking about some key moments in his career so far.We also put the Chief's local knowledge to the test with a quiz all on all things Staffordshire.Ever wondered how the police go about keeping your county safe or do you ever just want to know why we make certain decisions? Staffordshire Police has introduced The Beat Podcast to help give you an insight into how we police and prevent crime in our beautiful county through the eyes of those on the front line.Hosted by Staffordshire Police's, Rachel Clarkson.Have any questions? Drop us an email at thebeatpodcast@staffordshire.pnn.police.uk

The latest episode of The Beat Podcast from Staffordshire Police focuses on the career of Chief Constable Gareth Morgan ahead of his retirement after 33 years in policing.In this special edition, we focus on Gareth’s route to becoming Chief Constable in Staffordshire and talk about some key moments in his career – including his time with the FBI at Quantico.The Chief Constable also speaks openly about his views on the current state of policing, his plans for retirement and why he’d choose Mozart over Dolly Parton when stranded on a desert island.Ever wondered how the police go about keeping your county safe or do you ever just want to know why we make certain decisions? Staffordshire Police has introduced The Beat Podcast to help give you an insight into how we police and prevent crime in our beautiful county through the eyes of those on the front line.Hosted by former LBC reporter turned Staffordshire Police Communications Officer, Tom Bushell.Have any questions? Drop us an email at thebeatpodcast@staffordshire.pnn.police.uk

In early 2021, 43-year-old Kenneth McDermid from Sneyd Green was convicted and sentenced after pleading to the manslaughter by diminished responsibility of 71-year-old Wendy Morse in March 2020.After attacking and killing Wendy at her home in Knypersley, McDermid fled to Sweden. He was to be arrested in the country a few days later.Today’s episode focuses on Staffordshire Police’s work with the Crown Prosecution Service and Swedish authorities. With help from DS Ian Fitzgerald and DC Rob Booth from Staffordshire Police’s Major Investigation Department, Hannah Sidaway from the Crown Prosecution Service, Pontus Bergsten from the Swedish Prosecution Authority and Andreas from the Swedish Police Authority we focus on the story behind McDermid’s arrest and the integral partnership work which led to his extradition.Ever wondered how the police go about keeping your county safe or do you ever just want to know why we make certain decisions? Staffordshire Police has introduced The Beat Podcast to help give you an insight into how we police and prevent crime in our beautiful county through the eyes of those on the front line.Hosted by former LBC reporter turned Staffordshire Police Communications Officer, Tom Bushell.Have any questions? Drop us an email at thebeatpodcast@staffordshire.pnn.police.uk

Today’s episode revisits the challenges faced by victims of domestic abuse. In our second episode focusing on domestic violence, we cover topics ranging from the challenges of policing such incidents to how you can seek help if you need it. We’re joined by Detective Inspector Vik Ison from Staffordshire Police’s Safeguarding Team and Sarah Buckley from local charity, Glow.Ever wondered how the police go about keeping your county safe or do you ever just want to know why we make certain decisions? Staffordshire Police has introduced The Beat Podcast to help give you an insight into how we police and prevent crime in our beautiful county through the eyes of those on the front line.Hosted by former LBC reporter turned Staffordshire Police Communications Officer, Tom Bushell.Have any questions? Drop us an email at thebeatpodcast@staffordshire.pnn.police.uk

Today's episode focuses on the world of recruitment, in particular highlighting our ongoing drive into recruiting for the Police Constable Degree Apprenticeships programme, or PCDA. We touch on what you can expect from the course and discuss how policing is a viable option for the seeking a career change. We’re joined by Year 2 PCDA students Gail Tolley and PC Ben Gooding, as well as Senior Cohort Leader, Rachel Jorden.Ever wondered how the police go about keeping your county safe or do you ever just want to know why we make certain decisions? Staffordshire Police has introduced The Beat Podcast to help give you an insight into how we police and prevent crime in our beautiful county through the eyes of those on the front line.Hosted by former LBC reporter turned Staffordshire Police Communications Officer, Tom Bushell.Have any questions? Drop us an email at thebeatpodcast@staffordshire.pnn.police.uk

Today’s episode focuses on an unsolved murder case that has spanned half a century. On 27 March 1971, a body was discovered in a shallow grave beside the River Trent in Burton. 50 years on and the murder of “Fred” remains unsolved. We’re joined by DCI Dan Ison, who’s the Senior Investigating Officer having picked up the case in 2017.Ever wondered how the police go about keeping your county safe or do you ever just want to know why we make certain decisions? Staffordshire Police has introduced The Beat Podcast to help give you an insight into how we police and prevent crime in our beautiful county through the eyes of those on the front line.Hosted by former LBC reporter turned Staffordshire Police Communications Officer, Tom Bushell.Have any questions? Drop us an email at thebeatpodcast@staffordshire.pnn.police.uk

Today’s episode focuses on County Lines drugs activity in Staffordshire and the link to our children. We’re joined by DS Rob Taylor from force CID and DI Lucy Maskew from the Child Protection Exploitation Team.Ever wondered how the police go about keeping your county safe or do you ever just want to know why we make certain decisions? Staffordshire Police has introduced The Beat Podcast to help give you an insight into how we police and prevent crime in our beautiful county through the eyes of those on the front line.Hosted by former LBC reporter turned Staffordshire Police Communications Officer, Tom Bushell.Have any questions? Drop us an email at thebeatpodcast@staffordshire.pnn.police.uk

Today’s episode focusing on the county’s Integrated Offender Management team and the work they do to help prevent and reduce re-offending. We’re joined by Probation Officer, Kerry Wright, IOM Constable Lesley Webb and a woman who’s received the IOM’s assistance first hand.Ever wondered how the police go about keeping your county safe or do you ever just want to know why we make certain decisions? Staffordshire Police has introduced The Beat Podcast to help give you an insight into how we police and prevent crime in our beautiful county through the eyes of those on the front line.Hosted by former LBC reporter turned Staffordshire Police Communications Officer, Tom Bushell.Have any questions? Drop us an email at thebeatpodcast@staffordshire.pnn.police.uk

Knife crime is a community issue and it’s crucial that those at risk are aware of the support available to them. Staffordshire Police is just “one part of the jigsaw” when it comes to tackling the issue of knife crime and partnership work is key to ensuring young people aren’t drawn into a life of criminality. In this episode we’re joined by Kate Beardmore, a Youth Violence Officer at Staffordshire Police and Gemma Mander, a Service Coordinator at Catch22 and discuss the impact of social media, the role of the community and the importance of getting each child the right help.Ever wondered how the police go about keeping your county safe or do you ever just want to know why we make certain decisions? Staffordshire Police has introduced The Beat Podcast to help give you an insight into how we police and prevent crime in our beautiful county through the eyes of those on the front line.Hosted by former LBC reporter turned Staffordshire Police Communications Officer, Tom Bushell.Have any questions? Drop us an email at thebeatpodcast@staffordshire.pnn.police.uk

In September 2013, Joshua Ribera was at a memorial service for a friend in the West Midlands when he was stabbed. The 18-year-old was rushed to hospital – where he sadly died a day later from his injuries. His mum, Alison Cope, has sat down with The Beat Podcast to discuss her memories of that day and has her say on what can be done to stop rising levels of knife crime. This episode sits in line with our Ditch the Blade campaign.Ever wondered how the police go about keeping your county safe or do you ever just want to know why we make certain decisions? Staffordshire Police has introduced The Beat Podcast to help give you an insight into how we police and prevent crime in our beautiful county through the eyes of those on the front line.Hosted by former LBC reporter turned Staffordshire Police Communications Officer, Tom Bushell.Have any questions? Drop us an email at thebeatpodcast@staffordshire.pnn.police.uk

Today’s pilot episode focuses on our major roads policing operation, Op Lightning. We ask Chief Inspector Mat Derrick and Sergeant Tony MacKenzie about the thought process behind a police pursuit, the importance of roads policing in stopping more serious crime and how operations get their name.Ever wondered how the police go about keeping your county safe or do you ever just want to know why we make certain decisions? Staffordshire Police has introduced The Beat Podcast to help give you an insight into how we police and prevent crime in our beautiful county through the eyes of those on the front line.Hosted by former LBC reporter turned Staffordshire Police Communications Officer, Tom Bushell.Have any questions? Drop us an email at thebeatpodcast@staffordshire.pnn.police.uk