Telford’s Police and Community Day returns in June
The public are invited to join West Mercia Police next month (June) for Telford’s popular Police and Community Day.
Following the success of the last two years, Telford officers are once again hosting an open day for the public on Sunday 22 June to meet their local policing teams and see first-hand some of the amazing work officers do.
This year’s open day is even more special as it is 40 years since Malinsgate Police Station opened in Telford, so lots of Ruby Anniversary celebrations are expected on the day.
Visitors will get the chance investigate a crime scene, meet our police dogs, see the Manchester Bee, speak to their local officers and even find out how you could join West Mercia Police.
Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service will also be returning to give a road traffic collision rescue demonstration.
The event will start at 10am and run until 4pm, and is open to all ages, and will this year take place on the Blue Willow car park next to Malinsgate Police Station.
There will also be a quiet hour from 10am until 11am for people to attend, where the sirens will be turned off allowing people with SEND to explore the stands and meet officers.
Sergeant Richard Jones, said: “As we have seen in previous years this event is hugely popular and is a great opportunity for the public to come along and meet some of their local officers, as well as some of our partners.
“There will also be lots of entertainment in place for children, including a guest appearance by our force’s new look mascot PC Peeler.
“The event is completely free, and I would encourage anyone interested in policing, or anyone who wants to experience first-hand what our job looks like, to come along on the day.”
A number of external exhibitors are also expected to be there on the day
Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion said: “Policing with the community is one of the four key pillars of my West Mercia Safer Communities Plan, and I want residents and businesses to feel involved and aware of what’s being done to make them feel safe where they live.
“This open day in Telford is an excellent way of showcasing the work West Mercia Police does in the area, as well as listening to the concerns of the communities who live there.”
Entry is free to the event and parking is available around Telford Town Centre. All exhibits will be there subject to operational needs.
