Bournemouth Police

21/10/2026

👮‍♂️ Meet Your Local Team 👋

I'm PC Antony Brooks (1020) I joined Dorset Police in 2023 following a successful career in the military, wanting to bring with me this strong foundation in discipline, teamwork, and public service. Policing is what I have always wanted to do after leaving the military and I am now in my third year.

I've been working within the NPT for the last two years, and one of the things I enjoy is that each day is different, and as an NPT officer you are able to build relations with the local community and our partners to establish long term problem solving for ongoing issues. I particularly enjoy tackling ASB and drug-related crime.

One of my favourite things about this area is the diversity of the community. We deal with a wide variety of issues, and it's great to work with residents who genuinely appreciate the efforts we make to keep the area safe.

When you see me out on patrol, I want you to feel safe, reassured and comfortable approaching me. Visible policing is important, and I'm always happy to stop and have a conversation. If you're nervous about speaking to a police officer, please don't be. We're here to serve the community, keep people safe and provide support wherever we can. We’re human too, and always happy to engage and listen. 😊

A few quick facts about me:

🍵 Team Tea
🏃‍♂️ I enjoy keeping fit and spending time with my family
💂 Before joining Dorset Police, I served in the military.

One thing I'd like residents to know about me is that I am passionate about policing and consider it a privilege to serve and protect the community. I take a proactive and visible approach to my role, regularly carrying out patrols to deter and disrupt criminal activity while building trust and confidence within the community. 💙

As part of the Neighbourhood Policing Guarantee uplift, new officers have joined teams across Dorset. We thought it would be a great opportunity to reintroduce the officers working in your community and help you get to know your local policing team. You will see further posts over the next couple of weeks introducing the team.

21/10/2026

FOOTBALL | We look forward to welcoming fans from AC Milan this week as AFC Bournemouth hosts its second home Europa League fixture.

We have been working with partners to ensure we are fully prepared for this historic occasion and are able to facilitate a safe event that everyone can enjoy.

We all want to ensure fans from both sides are able to enjoy the occasion while any impact on the local community is kept to a minimum.

As we advised ahead of last week’s fixture, these European fixtures are likely to have a different look and feel to them compared to the domestic matches we are used to seeing AFC Bournemouth host.

Many European supporters will look to take part in fan walks through parts of the town, which is something our communities may not have witnessed before. These events are likely to include loud speakers, drums, music and chanting, as well as possibly pyrotechnics.

AC Milan fans are expected to gather in Bournemouth town centre during the afternoon of the game before travelling via train from Bournemouth to Pokesdown, where they will take part in a fan walk either through Kings Park or the surrounding roads to the stadium ahead of the 8pm kick off.

We have been working with our partners to ensure that any disruption caused by this event is kept to a minimum and those taking part are able to do so safely.

We will also have police resources in place in the town following the match to provide a visible presence for those who choose to enjoy a night out in Bournemouth following the fixture.

20/10/2026

"Bournemouth East and Christchurch Neighbourhood Policing Team"

Hello everyone! We wish to share with you a quick look at some of the work your local neighbourhood teams have been doing to keep our community safe and connected this week.

☑️ Firstly, your local officers have conducted welfare checks on many vulnerable individuals. This has included liaising with a confused vulnerable male, and a swimmer suspected to be fully clothed and swimming out to sea.

☑️ Officers have also carried out proactive foot patrols around the Sovereign Centre to check on the welfare of homeless persons taking shelter from the rain following contact from the security team.

☑️ Officers also responded to a Burglary! For property security advice, take a look at - www.dorset.police.uk/burglary 🏠

☑️ Many of our local police officers have been proactively involved in helping to keep the local community a safe and fun environment, when hosting the recent football Europa league match for the Bournemouth Cherries. 🍒

Congratulations to them on an amazing 3-0 win! ⚽ 🍒

☑️ Also this week, Boscombe neighbourhood team were able to act on information provided by our local communities, whereby NPT obtained a Misuse of Drugs Act warrant for an address in Boscombe. Officers forced entry into this address and a cannabis grow was located and destroyed. Three people were found, arrested and are in police custody.

☑️ Additionally, your local Springbourne and East Cliff NPT officers have been carrying out valuable work, trying to help tackle ongoing ASB issues raised by the local community.

☑️ Finally, a male has been arrested in relation to ongoing ASB issues and a disturbance in Boscombe Chine Gardens. Police will continue to conduct visible patrols in the area.

We hope you have a safe and enjoyable week!☺️

19/10/2026

👮‍♂️ Meet Your Local Team 👋

I’m PC 260 Emily Cooke, and I’ve been a police officer for 9 years , all of which I’ve spent policing Bournemouth, including the town centre, Bournemouth North, South and Boscombe 🚓

I joined policing to try and make a difference and help people when they need us most. What I enjoy most about neighbourhood policing is getting out there and interacting with the public, building relationships with local businesses, and really understanding the community. I also enjoy being proactive and tackling the issues that matter locally.

Bournemouth is a great place to work, from the variety of businesses and communities to the beach, there’s so much that makes this area unique 🌊☀️ I’m particularly focused on helping people feel safer, especially in areas like the gardens and seafront. I know there are concerns around things like knife crime, weapons, and drug-related activity, and I’m keen to be part of the work addressing these issues to keep residents and visitors safe.

When you see me out on patrol, I want you to feel reassured and safe. We’re all human beings behind the uniform, and we’re here to help, friendly and approachable 😊 If you’ve got a concern or just want to chat, please don’t hesitate to come up and speak to me 👋

A few quick facts about me:
☕ Tea over coffee
🏃‍♀️ Enjoy running and cycling
🏖️ Love spending time outdoors and at the beach
🌏 Took 3 months out to travel around Asia – always happy to swap travel stories!
🌳 Previously worked at Go Ape
🔄 Experience in Neighbourhood Enforcement Team, Response and PDU

I’m really looking forward to continuing to work with the community and making a positive difference.

As part of the Neighbourhood Policing Guarantee uplift, new officers have joined teams across Dorset. We thought it would be a great opportunity to reintroduce the officers working in your community and help you get to know your local policing team. You will see further posts over the next couple of weeks introducing the team...

18/10/2026

🚓💙 Bournemouth Town Team Weekly Update 💙🚓

It's been another busy week for your Bournemouth Town Team, working hard to keep our town centre and local communities safe. 👮‍♂️👮‍♀️

👣 Officers have completed numerous hours of high-visibility foot patrols across Bournemouth Town Centre and Westbourne, providing reassurance to residents, visitors and businesses.

🚫 Multiple Section 35 Dispersal Notices have been issued to individuals involved in antisocial behaviour. We want to send a clear message that this type of behaviour will not be tolerated, and we will continue to take positive action against those causing disruption in our community.

🚬 Yesterday, officers arrested a male on suspicion of multiple offences and seized thousands of pounds worth of illegal ci******es as part of ongoing proactive enforcement activity.

⛔ Another individual was arrested for breaching a restraining order, helping to safeguard victims and ensure offenders are held accountable.

💊 Officers also arrested an individual for drug-related offences. Drug use and drug-related activity in Bournemouth Town will not be tolerated, and we remain committed to tackling these offences robustly and bringing offenders to justice.

✅ Thank you to everyone who continues to report concerns and provide information to us. Your support helps us keep Bournemouth a safer place to live, work and visit.

📞 Report crime or antisocial behaviour via 101 or online. In an emergency, always call 999.

🚔💙👣🚫💊

17/10/2026

"Bournemouth East and Christchurch Neighbourhood Policing Team"

Hello everyone! We wish to share with you a quick look at some of the work your local neighbourhood teams have been doing to keep our community safe and connected this week.

☑️ Firstly, your local officers have conducted welfare checks on many vulnerable individuals. This has included liaising with a confused vulnerable male, and a swimmer suspected to be fully clothed and swimming out to sea.

☑️ Officers have also carried out proactive foot patrols around the Sovereign Centre to check on the welfare of homeless persons taking shelter from the rain following contact from the security team.

☑️ Officers also responded to a Burglary! For property security advice, take a look at - www.dorset.police.uk/burglary 🏠

☑️ Many of our local police officers have been proactively involved in helping to keep the local community a safe and fun environment, when hosting the recent football Europa league match for the Bournemouth Cherries. 🍒

Congratulations to them on an amazing 3-0 win! ⚽ 🍒

☑️ Also this week, Boscombe neighbourhood team were able to act on information provided by our local communities, whereby NPT obtained a Misuse of Drugs Act warrant for an address in Boscombe. Officers forced entry into this address and a cannabis grow was located and destroyed. Three people were found, arrested and are in police custody.

☑️ Additionally, your local Springbourne and East Cliff NPT officers have been carrying out valuable work, trying to help tackle ongoing ASB issues raised by the local community.

☑️ Finally, a male has been arrested in relation to ongoing ASB issues and a disturbance in Boscombe Chine Gardens. Police will continue to conduct visible patrols in the area.

We hope you have a safe and enjoyable week! ☺️

16/10/2026

16/10/2026

👮‍♂️ Meet Your Local Team 👋

I'm PC Alicia Roe (0429), and I've been a police officer with Dorset Police since 2022. I've been working in your local neighbourhood since 2023.

I decided to become a police officer because I didn't want to do the same job every day. Policing gives me the opportunity to face new challenges, meet different people, and make a positive difference in our communities. One of the things I enjoy most about neighbourhood policing is helping to solve local community issues and working alongside partner agencies to find long-term solutions. I'm particularly interested in tackling problems that require a multi-agency approach and a bit of creative thinking to get the best outcome. 🤝

One of my favourite things about our area is the fantastic community groups and centres that bring people together and help make this such a great place to live. ❤️

When you see me out on patrol, I want you to feel comfortable approaching me. Whether you have a concern, a question, or simply want to say hello, please don't hesitate to stop and chat. If speaking to a police officer makes you feel nervous, my advice is simple... don't be! We're here to help and support our communities. 😊

You can contact us in person, online, or by calling 999 in an emergency.

When I'm off duty, I enjoy exploring everything Dorset has to offer. 🏞️ And if you're wondering... it's definitely coffee over tea for me! ☕

I look forward to meeting more of you while I'm out and about across the neighbourhood.

As part of the Neighbourhood Policing Guarantee uplift, new officers have joined teams across Dorset. We thought it would be a great opportunity to reintroduce the officers working in your community and help you get to know your local policing team. You will see further posts over the next couple of weeks introducing the team.

15/10/2026

FOOTBALL | The final whistle has now blown in AFC Bournemouth’s Europa League game against Sturm Graz at the Vitality Stadium. Well done to the Cherries for securing a win!

Our officers will continue to provide a policing presence in the area to ensure all supporters are able to disperse safely.

We will also have an increased visible policing presence in the town this evening.

15/10/2026