Tag: Detective

Meet Detective Nic Jury

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 Special Constable to Detective Constable – Meet Johanna Grant

Johanna Grant joined Thames Valley Police as a Special Constable in March 2022, and through her experiences, has discovered a new, more adaptable side to herself. During her time in the Special Constabulary, she has also taken on the role of a Civilian Investigator and is getting ready for a new challenge as a Detective …

Meet Detective Ben Beasley

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  …

Meet Detective Laura Corscadden, Investigator of the Year 2023

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.   …

Detective Laura Corscadden honoured as National Investigator of the Year for exceptional policing by Police Federation

Acting Detective Chief Inspector Laura Corscadden was awarded on Wednesday (11/10) the National Investigator of the Year for exceptional policing by the Police Federation of England and Wales.   The Federation’s article announcing Laura’s award states:   “Laura Corscadden stands as the well-deserved recipient of this year’s National Investigator of the Year Award, recognised for her exceptional detective …

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Introducing our Staff Support Networks – SAME (Support Association for Minority Ethnic Staff)

Thames Valley Police has a number of very active staff support networks; including faith-based groups, the Thames Valley Women’s Network and a recently launched Men’s Forum. These important peer-support groups act as a critical friend to the organisation; championing improvements to policies and practice that improve the working lives of those within the force and …

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Celebrating 25 years at TVP

Let us take you back to 1996; a year when Oasis and the Spice Girls ruled the charts, England reached the semi-finals of Euro ’96, John Major was PM and the tragic events in Dunblane broke the hearts of the nation. It was on 19 February of that year that three young women started their policing …