Policing East Cambridgeshire

25/10/2026

The clocks went back earlier today, but for these criminals, turning back time isn’t an option ⏰🔙
Their crimes have caught up with them and their sentences are now underway.

Here are some of the offenders our officers have helped to put behind bars this week: 👇

⚖️ Patryk Medrala, 28, who admitted assault causing grievous bodily harm with intent, failing to stop for police and failure to provide a specimen for analysis.

⚖️ Gjok Ndrevetaj, 33, who pleaded guilty to concerned in the supply of cannabis.

⚖️ Aaron Strachan, 26, pleaded guilty to three counts of making indecent images of children and one count of distributing an indecent image or video.

⚖️ Jamie Keegan, 38, admitted to stalking involving serious alarm or distress.

For the latest sentence reports visit: https://orlo.uk/C4Ths

23/10/2026

The initial report: a potentially stolen Nissan Navara triggers ANPR cameras in Ely, with the numberplates registered as a Ford.

The reality: the registered keeper was displaying the incorrect plates, with their actual plates in the vehicle.

While the car wasn’t stolen, the driver was uninsured and the vehicle was declared as off road 🤦

The vehicle has been seized and driver reported 🚗🚫

Do you know the penalties of being caught committing a driving offence? Find out more here 👉 https://orlo.uk/AShGm

22/10/2026

Can you help us identify these people who we would like to speak to in connection with retail thefts from shops across East Cambridgeshire.

If you recognise anyone, please contact the East Cambs Neighbourhood Team ([email protected]) quoting the relevant reference number.

🛍️ 35/80527/26 – A man in connection with thefts of goods from BP in Wisbech Road, Littleport on 16 October.
🛍️ 35/77036/26 – Two women in connection with the theft of goods from Peacocks in Cloisters, Ely on 3 October.

22/10/2026

Thank you to everyone who attended our East Cambridgeshire Community Policing meeting last night on Teams.

We heard updates from the neighbourhood team about the work being done to tackle anti-social behaviour and shop theft in Ely.

For the next quarter, the team will focus on:
👮 Illegal ebikes and e-scooters
👮 Retail crime

If you would like to join us for the next meeting on 27 January at 7pm, register here:

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21/10/2026

👣🚔 Neighbourhood officers have been out in Stretham carrying out a "walk and talk" with local representatives and residents.

During the visit, officers met with a local councillor to discuss concerns around anti-social behaviour, particularly the dangerous use of modified e-bikes in and around the village.

They also spoke with members of the community to hear their concerns first-hand and gather information to help shape future policing activity.

20/10/2026

There is still time to sign up to our neighbourhood online meeting tomorrow evening.

This is your chance to:

👮 Meet your local policing team
📋 Hear about the work we've been doing across East Cambridgeshire
❓ Ask questions and raise concerns that matter to you
✅ Receive an update on the priorities set for July to September including theft from shops and anti-social behaviour in Ely

Your feedback helps us understand the issues affecting your community and informs where we focus our efforts.

📅 Wednesday, 21 October 2026
🕖 7pm to 8pm
💻 Online via Microsoft Teams

👉 Register your place here:

Microsoft Virtual Events Powered by Teams

20/10/2026

A disqualified driver who was more than three times the drink drive limit has been sentenced after he was caught by an off-duty police officer.

The 42-year-old was attempting to fill up his blue Hyundai with fuel at Tesco in Angel Drove, Ely, when he was spotted unsteady on his feet.

He went on to provide a roadside breath test of 119 microgrammes, more than three times the legal limit of 35!

More here: https://orlo.uk/pp7mf

19/10/2026

Following concerns raised by Burwell Parish Council and residents about the illegal and anti-social use of e-scooters in the village, neighbourhood officers have been carrying out patrols and responding to reports.

As a result, two e-scooters were seized from children riding them unlawfully in public places.

We know the misuse of e-scooters can cause concern, particularly when they are ridden on pavements, through public spaces, or in a manner that puts others at risk.

Please remember that privately owned e-scooters cannot be used on public roads, pavements or other public spaces.

Continue to report your concerns to us here: https://orlo.uk/Vl3ru

17/10/2026

These are the faces of just some of the criminals our officers have helped put behind bars this week ⚖️ 🚔 🙌

Remember, you can read all of our latest court reports via the dedicated court news section of our website here: https://orlo.uk/Court-News_zUqcI

16/10/2026

Supporting officers from above 👀

In the past year our drones have helped find 55 missing people, helped us track down 50 suspected criminals, helped locate 29 vehicles and helped block off and contain 36 areas of our county.

Our Operational Support Unit (OSU) uses cutting-edge technology to assist frontline officers and help safeguard vulnerable people across Cambridgeshire.

Drones aren’t just about aerial views, they’re about saving lives and helping towards a 🙌 🚔