Devon & Cornwall Community Scrutiny Panel

05/06/2026

MAY 2026 REPORT (3-5PM)
S&S Case 2
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Parc officer reported that subject had a knife and the same male has been witnessed by cctv with something in his had been walking through town.

Actions to be commended:
Effective Use of Force: The decision to use handcuffs and immediate detention was proportionate and necessary given the high-risk nature of the report (possession of a knife), ensuring the safety of the public, the suspect, and the officers themselves as noted by the panel members.

Investigation, responses and learning required with:
Communication: The panel observed that the interaction was substandard from the outset. Both the language and mannerisms exhibited by the officers were inappropriate. The handling of the encounter was deemed poor, lacking any coherent structure or professional boundaries, which resulted in a sense of over-familiarity.

https://www.dccspanel.org.uk/news-media/may-afternoon-2026

05/06/2026

MAY 2026 REPORT (7-9PM)
S&S Case 2
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A vehicle pinged ANPR camera for a wanted male previously linked to drug dealing both vehicle and person and the vehicle is a long way out from the rp address with no solid reason to why with a lady driver.

Actions to be commended:
Communication: The female officer was praised for a "textbook" delivery of the search. She talked through every physical action (e.g., "I'm going to start with your waistband") before doing it, which effectively reduced anxiety.

Proactive Reassurance: Early in the encounter, the officer explicitly stated she would not be removing any of the subject's clothing. This was noted by the panel as a vital move to de-escalate the inherent stress of a first-time stop.

Rapport building: The officer maintained a friendly and professional tone throughout, successfully building rapport and keeping the subject compliant and calm.

Safe Positioning for the search: The officer intelligently moved the subject away from the flow of traffic before beginning the search, ensuring the safety of both parties.

https://www.dccspanel.org.uk/news-media/may-evening-2026

04/06/2026

MAY 2026 REPORT (7-9PM)
S&S Case 2
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A vehicle pinged ANPR camera for a wanted male previously linked to drug dealing both vehicle and person and the vehicle is a long way out from the rp address with no solid reason to why with a lady driver.
Actions to be commended:

Communication: The female officer was praised for a "textbook" delivery of the search. She talked through every physical action (e.g., "I'm going to start with your waistband") before doing it, which effectively reduced anxiety.

Proactive Reassurance: Early in the encounter, the officer explicitly stated she would not be removing any of the subject's clothing. This was noted by the panel as a vital move to de-escalate the inherent stress of a first-time stop.

Rapport building: The officer maintained a friendly and professional tone throughout, successfully building rapport and keeping the subject compliant and calm.

Safe Positioning for the search: The officer intelligently moved the subject away from the flow of traffic before beginning the search, ensuring the safety of both parties.

https://www.dccspanel.org.uk/news-media/may-evening-2026

Improve accountability, transparency and trust between D&C police and the communities they serve

04/06/2026

📅 NEXT MONTH'S ONLINE MEETING IS ON TUESDAY 7 JULY
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Our Community Scrutiny Panel’s always looking for new volunteers to help review and analyse police body-worn video footage each month.
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We provide an independent and supportive environment where you can share your honest views and help improve policing practices.
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🕒 Meeting times (first Tuesday of every month):
• Afternoon session: 3:00pm–5:00pm
• Evening session: 7:00pm–9:00pm
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If you're aged 16 or over and live in Devon, Cornwall, or the Isles of Scilly, we'd love to hear from you.
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📧 To find out more, email:
[email protected]
Devon & Cornwall Community Scrutiny Panel

04/06/2026

📅 NEXT MONTH'S ONLINE MEETING IS ON TUESDAY 7 JULY
-
Our Community Scrutiny Panel’s always looking for new volunteers to help review and analyse police body-worn video footage each month.
-
We provide an independent and supportive environment where you can share your honest views and help improve policing practices.
-
🕒 Meeting times (first Tuesday of every month):
• Afternoon session: 3:00pm–5:00pm
• Evening session: 7:00pm–9:00pm
-
If you're aged 16 or over and live in Devon, Cornwall, or the Isles of Scilly, we'd love to hear from you.
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📧 To find out more, email:
[email protected]

Devon & Cornwall Community Scrutiny Panel

01/06/2026

MAY 2026 REPORT (3-5PM)
S&S Case 2
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Parc officer reported that subject had a knife and the same male has been witnessed by cctv with something in his had been walking through town.

Actions to be commended:
Effective Use of Force: The decision to use handcuffs and immediate detention was proportionate and necessary given the high-risk nature of the report (possession of a knife), ensuring the safety of the public, the suspect, and the officers themselves as noted by the panel members.

Investigation, responses and learning required with:
Communication: The panel observed that the interaction was substandard from the outset. Both the language and mannerisms exhibited by the officers were inappropriate. The handling of the encounter was deemed poor, lacking any coherent structure or professional boundaries, which resulted in a sense of over-familiarity.

https://www.dccspanel.org.uk/news-media/may-afternoon-2026

01/06/2026

MAY 2026 REPORT (3-5PM)
S&S Case 2
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Parc officer reported that subject had a knife and the same male has been witnessed by cctv with something in his had been walking through town.

Actions to be commended:
Effective Use of Force: The decision to use handcuffs and immediate detention was proportionate and necessary given the high-risk nature of the report (possession of a knife), ensuring the safety of the public, the suspect, and the officers themselves as noted by the panel members.

Investigation, responses and learning required with:
Communication: The panel observed that the interaction was substandard from the outset. Both the language and mannerisms exhibited by the officers were inappropriate. The handling of the encounter was deemed poor, lacking any coherent structure or professional boundaries, which resulted in a sense of over-familiarity.

https://www.dccspanel.org.uk/news-media/may-afternoon-2026