Police bring street surgery to Sprites Ward shopfront

Ipswich Police are taking their community engagement directly to residents with a pop-up street surgery in Sprites Ward. The initiative aims to make officers more accessible to local residents.

A parked police car

Why it matters: Face-to-face interactions between police and residents can help build trust and make it easier for community members to raise concerns about local issues.

The details:

  • Officers will be stationed outside Top Shops on Hawthorn Drive
  • The drop-in session takes place on 23 November at 14:00
  • The surgery will run for one hour
  • No appointment is needed

What they're saying: The Sprites Ward team is encouraging residents to "come down to see me" if they have "any worries or concerns."

The bottom line: This informal street surgery offers residents a chance to discuss neighbourhood issues directly with local officers in a familiar setting.

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