A police chief and commissioner answered questions on a range of topics about policing in their area.
The session, part of the Commissioner’s Oversight of Policing Services (COPS), was hosted by Hampshire and Isle of Wight Police and Crime Commissioner Donna Jones and Chief Constable Alexis Boon and streamed live on Thursday, October 2.
The event, broadcast across three Facebook pages, attracted more than 160 pre-submitted questions, with further queries raised during the hour-long session.
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Topics included police visibility, anti-social behaviour, road safety, and officer integrity.
Ms Jones said: "COPS is a fantastic way for us to engage directly with communities across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.
"It allows us to provide answers and reassurance on the crimes and the issues that matter most to people across our two counties.
"As Police Commissioner, my top priorities are to listen to residents and businesses, and to hold the Chief Constable to account.
"I am focused on ensuring that Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary delivers effective, visible policing that drives down crime and makes our communities safer.
"Thank you to everyone who watched COPS or who submitted a question.
"Your participation and feedback are invaluable."
The session also covered issues such as e-scooters, serious violence, police recruitment, station re-openings, and integrity within the force.
Chief Constable Boon used the forum to reaffirm the force’s commitment to tackling crime through community engagement and intelligence-led policing, with updates provided on efforts to reduce vehicle crime, anti-social behaviour, and rural offences.
Both Ms Jones and Mr Boon stressed the importance of public reporting and outlined strategies for combating knife crime, serious and organised crime, and identity theft.
Concerns about police misconduct were addressed, with both leaders emphasising a zero-tolerance approach and robust internal reporting procedures.
Questions on road safety prompted reassurances of continued enforcement against drink and drug drivers, mobile phone use behind the wheel, and other road offences.
The session concluded with a video highlighting Operation Crush, an initiative aimed at taking illegal and dangerous vehicles off the roads.
A recording of the event is available on the Police and Crime Commissioner’s website.
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