Thames Valley Police Celebrate Heroes at 2019 Community Policing Awards
Thames Valley Police marked a night of honour on Tuesday at Eynsham Hall, Oxfordshire, celebrating the standout stars of their force at the 2019 Community Policing Awards. The ceremony recognised officers and staff who have gone above and beyond to positively transform local communities over the past year.
Over 400 Nominations Narrowed to Just 14 Winners
The contest kicked off in January, with the public, community groups, police officers, and staff all invited to nominate deserving candidates. More than 400 nominations poured in, but only 14 were crowned winners after tough judging.
“The Community Policing Awards give residents, community organisations and businesses the chance to honour those in the force who have gone the extra mile to make a difference,” said Assistant Chief Constable Nikki Ross, Chair of the judging panel.
“The response this year was outstanding, and the impact our winners and nominees have made on everyday lives across the Valley is truly inspiring. Choosing the winners was tough but rewarding – congratulations to all.”
The 2019 Thames Valley Community Policing Winners
- Volunteer of the Year: Paul Swannell, Anti-Social Behaviour Mediator, Milton Keynes" data-wpil-keyword-link="linked">Milton Keynes
- Community Volunteer of the Year: Robert Ruck-Keene, Milton Keynes
- Special Constable of the Year: Kerrie Ingham, Wantage
- Buckinghamshire PCSO of the Year: Denise Hawkes, Beaconsfield
- Oxfordshire PCSO of the Year: Tom Walcott-Smith, Wantage
- Berkshire & Overall PCSO of the Year: Magda Molenda, Bracknell
- Cadet of the Year: Charlotte Moule, Bracknell and Wokingham
- Berkshire Community Officer of the Year: Julie Susel, Wokingham
- Buckinghamshire Community Officer of the Year: Adrian Cafe, Wolverton
- Oxfordshire & Overall Community Officer of the Year: Sarah Merritt, Wantage
- Problem Solving Award: Craig Freeman, Aylesbury
- Staff Lifetime Achievement Award: John Blewett, Bracknell
- Officer Lifetime Achievement Award: Granville Williams, Oxford
- Special Recognition Award: Kevin Flint
