Today we lost an honorable, brave and dedicated family member.
Our hearts are with the officers immediate family at this time following this devastating loss.
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South Area - Croydon MPS
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South Area - Croydon MPS
@MPSCroydon
Updates from Croydon MPS. Do not report crime on Twitter. In emergencies always call 999. *Please Note* - This site is not staffed 24/7
- UPDATE: On Saturday, a member of the public contacted us to raise concerns about a banner displayed at the Crystal Palace vs Newcastle match at Selhurst Park. Following an assessment, officers have concluded that no offences have been committed. No further action will be taken.
- Did you know that if you're being attacked at an ATM, enter your PIN backwards and it'll call the police and a camera will start recording? Neither did we, and that's because you can't. It's an internet hoax and the system doesn't exist. Please share to stop the misinformation.
- 💬 | The family of Elianne Andam have paid tribute to her after she was killed in #Croydon yesterday. They have described the 15-year-old as 'the light of our lives'. Our investigation continues and a 17-year-old boy remains in custody. Read more: news.met.police.uk/news/family-of….
- Can you help find 16-year-old Paris Robertson? She has been missing since 11pm on 6 January. She is believed to be in the Croydon area. If seen, please call 101 quoting 21MIS000743
- The tributes continue to come from around the world for Sgt Ratana. Thank you to everyone, The Met Family, The Blue Light Family, Friends, Members of the public and even past prisoners of his that have come to lay flowers, commenting on how honest, fair and good he was
- Lead by BCU Commander @mpsdavestringer Mr Stringer and @MPSAndyBrittain with community leaders, and officers from @MPSCroydon held a minutes silence at Windmill Road Custody Suite in a mark or honour and respect for our fallen brother
- Violin in the park by Sergeant James Edwards. Starting the Faiths together picnic off in style. #PlatinumPolicing #PlatinumJubilee #FTiC
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- We NEED your help Following the recent police operation in Orpington, a series of dogs have been found & confirmed or suspected to be stolen, if you know any of these 4 legged friends please get in contact & share,share,share please. Call 101 @MetCC and quote Op Medusa
- Please help @MPSCroydon and @metpoliceuk locate vulnerable missing person Brian Kongolo who is 15 years old. Brian is believed to be in the @MPSMerton area. Please contact 101 quoting 20MIS028629 with any information.
- Please help us find Lateef ALABI he is missing from his home address is Croydon, he was last seen leaving work in Vauxhall on Tuesday 20th (left hand picture) and did not return home. Please call 101 with any information quoting ref 21MIS010831. #MissingPerson
- At 11am there will be a minute’s silence in memory of Sergeant Matt Ratana, one week on from the murder of our friend & colleague Matt, to reflect, remember & pay tribute to him. We invite to join us at 11am today. Please remember to be Covid safe if taking part. Thank you
- Seven men were arrested following our deployment of Live Facial Recognition in Croydon yesterday. The men, aged between 19 and 49, were arrested for offences including rape, robbery, GBH, fraud, burglary and the supply of control drugs. All remain in custody.