Police take part in security event at Lakeside Shoping Centre

Essex Police joined forces with Lakeside Shopping Centre’s security team, Essex Air Ambulance, the Territorial Army and St John’s Ambulance to give shoppers security advice.

On Friday, March 23, 2012 the Lakeside policing team were joined by the Essex Police Marine Unit, the Motorcycle Unit and other agencies to inform shoppers about what each team do, and to offer valuable personal security advice and health advice.

Sgt Chris Hay, who leads the Lakeside policing team, said: "Every day we work with the security team at Lakeside Shopping Centre to ensure that it remains a safe and enjoyable place to visit.

"Because of the large number of people that pass through here everyday, it is a great place for us to tell people how to better protect themselves and their property to ensure they do not fall foul of criminals across Essex.”

For security advice, visit the Be Safe section of our website.