Penzance Rural West

Your Neighbourhood Policing Team (NPT) is a group of local police officers dedicated to serving your community. The team is made up of officers and PCSOs based in your area, supported by additional officers from the wider area.

We work closely with local authorities, community leaders and residents to decide our policing priorities for the area. This helps us to find useful, long-term solutions to local problems, while maintaining our wider focus on reducing crime across Devon and Cornwall. 

Please find contact details for your Neighbourhood Policing Team provided below. 

Please note that to report a crime or incident to Devon and Cornwall Police,  please visit Devon & Cornwall Police or in an emergency, please dial 999.

Penzance Neighbourhood Team

Emma Bray (Devon & Cornwall Police, PCSO, Penzance and St Ives)

Emma Bray

PCSO

Matthew Cummins (Devon & Cornwall Police, Police Constable, Penzance)

Matthew Cummins

Police Constable

Dee Evans (Devon & Cornwall Police, Police Inspector, Penzance)

Dee Evans

Police Inspector

Sally Freeman (Devon & Cornwall Police, Police Constable, Penzance)

Sally Freeman

Police Constable

Aidan Jepson (Devon & Cornwall Police, Police Community Support Officer, Hayle)

Aidan Jepson

Police Community Support Officer

Jeremy Kewn (Devon & Cornwall Police, Police Community Support Officer, Penzance)

Jeremy Kewn

Police Community Support Officer

Lachlan Perry (Devon & Cornwall Police, Police Constable, Penzance)

Lachlan Perry

Police Constable

John Scrimgeour (Devon & Cornwall Police, Police Sergeant, Penzance)

John Scrimgeour

Police Sergeant

Andy Sells (Devon & Cornwall Police, Police Community Support Officer, Penzance)

Andy Sells

Police Community Support Officer

Jade Smith (Devon & Cornwall Police, Police Constable Neighbourhood Beat Manager, Penzance Town Centre )

Jade Smith

Police Constable Neighbourhood Beat Manager

Zoe Smith (Devon & Cornwall Police, Police Constable , Penzance)

Zoe Smith

Police Constable

Jonny Stewart (Devon and Cornwall Police, Police Constable, Penzance)

Jonny Stewart

Police Constable

Andrew Tonkin (Devon & Cornwall Police, Police Community Support Officer, Penzance)

Andrew Tonkin

Police Community Support Officer

Local Priority Issues

Priority Action taken

To reduce Anti Social Behaviour, street drinking and provide reassurance to the community, reduce repeat demand, and build sustainable long-term solutions through collaborative action.

Issued 08 November 2026

Maintain high-visibility patrols in identified ASB hotspot areas.
Progress joint visits and tenancy enforcement with partner agencies
Ensure prompt follow up on community reports and intelligence submissions
Continue problem solving interventions for persistent individuals and locations

Actioned 01 April 2026

Reduce drug dealing and misuse linked to local harm and community concern. Reduce visible drug activity, safeguard vulnerable individuals, and improve community confidence through sustained partnership.

Issued 08 November 2026

Conduct targeted patrols and warrants based on community and partner intelligence.
Identify and disrupt drug supply networks and linked ASB.
Work with outreach and support services to reduce harm among users.
Encourage community reporting to build the intelligence picture and support enforcement.

Actioned 01 April 2026

Reduce shoplifting and theft offences by supporting local businesses, enhancing community confidence through visible policing and collaborative problem solving.

Issued 08 November 2026

Maintain high-visibility patrols in retail and town center hotspots.
Identify and target repeat or prolific offenders.
Work with businesses and partners to improve reporting and evidence sharing.
Provide crime prevention advice and support to local retailers.

Actioned 01 April 2026

Reducing incidents of criminal damage, by reducing repeat damage, holding offenders accountable and building stronger community confidence through proactive, partnership led policing.

Issued 08 November 2026

Conduct targeted patrols in repeat or high-risk locations.
Review CCTV and work with partners to identify and deal with offenders.
Encourage timely reporting and evidence submissions from the public.
Engage with local schools and youth services to address youth related damage.

Actioned 01 April 2026

Improving Road Safety to reduce collisions, improve driver behaviour and increase community confidence through visible, intelligence led road policing activity.

Issued 08 November 2026

Conduct targeted speed checks in identified hotspot areas.
Support and expand Community Speedwatch activity.
Address vehicle related ASB through engagement and enforcement.
Promote road safety awareness through schools and community events.

Actioned 01 April 2026

What members in Penzance Rural West are saying are the issues in the area:

Latest Alerts

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Theft of outboard motors, Salcombe

We are investigating a report of theft and have released a picture of a man we would like to speak t...

Devon and Cornwall Police
12/10/2026 11:48:03

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St Just Farmers Market : Sat 07 Nov 09:30

Dear Resident, Your local Neighbourhood Team will be at ST Just Farmers Market at the WI hall...

Devon and Cornwall Police
10/10/2026 13:01:20

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Thirteen jailed after police take down huge criminal network that flooded Devon with drugs

A total of 13 people have been sentenced to more than 80 years and five months in prison for their r...

Devon and Cornwall Police
09/10/2026 14:21:56

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Police donate ‘eyes in the sky’ to search and rescue group who help those in need

Police have donated high-tech drone equipment to Peninsula Search and Rescue (PenSAR) who help supp...

Devon and Cornwall Police
09/10/2026 11:21:04

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Livestock Theft Appeal

Well done to those who noted my error- our appeal that I put out last night should have read OCTOBER...

Devon and Cornwall Police
09/10/2026 09:44:27

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Livestock Theft Appeal- 50260268649

The Rural Affairs Team are appealing for witnesses and anyone with information following the theft o...

Devon and Cornwall Police
08/10/2026 14:26:51

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⚠️ PUBLIC SAFETY ALERT - ASOS CYBER INCIDENT

ASOS is currently investigating a cyber incident after an unauthorised notification was sent to cust...

Devon and Cornwall Police
08/10/2026 07:58:08

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Anti-social behaviour - General Concern Update

Dear Resident, I wanted to provide you with an update regarding Anti-social behaviour - General,...

Devon and Cornwall Police
06/10/2026 12:29:45

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Upcoming Events

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Chat with your local Neighbourhood Team
  • Trelya Community Cafe, Penmere Close, TR18 3PE
  • 21/10/2026 10:00
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24 Hour Workout Community Event - Hosted by Penzance Fire Station
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Chat with your local Neighbourhood Team
  • Pebbles Community Cafe, Chapel Street, TR17 0AE
  • 07/01/2027 11:00
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