New Chief Inspector for Dacorum

Building a safer and more connected community is a key priority for Dacorum’s new Chief Inspector.

CI Paul Stanbridge took over the role at the start of May, returning to the area where he grew up.

Having joined the constabulary in 2006, Paul has held a variety of roles. He started as a uniformed response officer in St Albans, before joining the Road Policing Unit. He then moved into armed policing, gaining promotion to sergeant and then inspector, picking up valuable skills and knowledge along the way.

He has also held the role of Force Incident Manager in the Force Communications Room and, more recently, managed the constabulary’s proactive teams, focusing on tackling cannabis cultivation, drug supply and high value vehicle theft.

Settling into his new role, Paul said: “Dacorum is one of the busiest areas of the county, which brings with it some obvious challenges. I’m looking forward to using my previous experience and skills to proactively target the issues that are causing our communities the most concern.

“I want to ensure that we’re focusing on the things that matter most to residents and that we have meaningful engagement with our communities. We’re committed to working with our local partners, including the borough council and housing associations, to do just that.”

He continued: “I grew up in Hemel Hempstead and I am committed to building a safer, more connected community where everyone feels heard, respected, and secure. Whether it's through neighbourhood patrols, community outreach, or simply listening to your concerns, we are here for you.

“You can keep up to date with what your local teams are doing across Dacorum by joining our community messaging service, Herts Connected. The system allows you to receive free alerts about crime and events in your local area, as well as crime prevention advice and useful updates. You will also be able to use the system to have your say on local policing priorities.”

Join Herts Connected today. You can set your preferences to receive police messages, as well as updates from Action Fraud and the Police and Crime Commissioner.