Gary’s return to Thames Valley Police (TVP) was an unforeseen turn in his career. He had left TVP seeking new policing challenges, but his time away only deepened his desire for engaging with the community and working in a role that resonated with his core values and strengths. Here, Gary reflects on his journey, lessons …
Thames Valley Police (TVP) is proud to announce that three devoted members of our force have been recognised for their commitment to public services as part of the King’s Birthday Honours 2024. Police Sergeant Laurence East has received the British Empire Medal for his services to policing and charitable work, while Former Police Sergeant Nicholas …
Six years ago, the teamwork showcased by police officers carrying out their work inspired Nic Jury to join the police service. Now, as a Detective Constable at Thames Valley Police, we spoke with Nic about her career in policing, and how she is feeling supported by the force as a constable with ADHD. Current Role: …
From Armed Response Vehicles to being a Detective, our colleague Acting Detective Inspector Ben Beasley wanted a career that would challenge him and allow him to bring justice and protect our communities. We have recently spoken to him about his career with us at TVP. Current Role: Acting Detective Inspector (DI), Reading Priority Crime …
Our colleague Acting Detective Chief Inspector Laura Corscadden was recently awarded the National Investigator of the Year for exceptional policing by the Police Federation of England and Wales. With over 16 years of service, we were excited to speak to Laura about her career in policing, and what in her view, makes a great Detective. …
With over 19 years of service, Detective Constable (DC) Lynda Stearman spoke to us recently about her career, being a Family Liaison officer, and why being a Detective is one of the best roles in policing. Age at joining: 38 Length of Service: 19 years What attracted you to policing? After taking redundancy from British …
Role: Detective Sergeant (DS) Michael Earle, Domestic Abuse Investigation Unit (DAIU) Age at joining: 23 (PC) Length in service: 14 years; I initially spent 3.5 years as a Police Community Support Officer (PCSO), I then became a Police Officer and worked in an investigative role, and over the last 5 years I’ve been in a …
If you’re a fan of Luther, Morse, Broadchurch, Vera, Scott & Bailey, and the ever-growing list of British detective television programmes, we expect that you’ll have certain preconceptions of what working as a Detective entails. We recently had a catch up with Jen who works as a Detective in TVP’s Major Crime Unit to give …
Age at joining: 25 years old Length of Service: Nearly 20 years What attracted you to policing? I achieved a BA(Hons) degree in Communication and Media Studies in Southampton. Whilst at University I met up with my older sister quite frequently (mainly to get free meals off her) who had joined Hampshire Police and had just …
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