New Broxtowe neighbourhood policing inspector sets out her priorities

Cracking down on drug dealers and shop thieves are among the priorities that a new neighbourhood policing inspector has vowed to tackle head-on.

Inspector Usha Madaraa, who has served with Nottinghamshire Police for 19 years, is now getting to grips with her new role covering the Broxtowe district.

During her first week in charge, Insp Madaraa has already been out and about in some of the areas she covers, including Beeston and Chilwell, to understand what issues matter most to the community.

It’s very much a return to her roots for Insp Madaraa who previously served as a neighbourhood PC and sergeant, covering the Basford area, for about six years.

She is no stranger to facing challenging and difficult circumstances having begun her career with the force as a response officer, covering the Canning Circus area of Nottingham, before moving onto neighbourhoods.

Two years ago Insp Madaraa was promoted to the role of response policing inspector, covering the city south area, and now she’s focused on utilising her experience to make a positive difference by tackling crime and protecting the public across the Broxtowe district.

She said: “I feel very excited and proud to be the new inspector for Broxtowe.

“I’ve always enjoyed working in neighbourhood policing which is probably where my heart has always been.

“I like the engagement side to the role, building rapport with the communities we serve, and I am excited about helping to provide long-term solutions to issues which are having a negative impact on our communities.

“Tackling shop theft and the harmful supply of illegal drugs, in areas including Eastwood, are among our key focuses at present.

“I want people to feel they can go about their daily business without any fear, that they can walk down the high street while feeling safe and comfortable.

“I am equally committed to driving down crime and making our areas as safe as we possibly can but we can’t do it alone without the help of people who live in our areas.

“I’d urge them to keep talking to us, keep engaging with our officers on the streets, and to keep reporting issues and any suspicious behaviour to us so that we can then take appropriate action.”

If you see something suspicious in your area, please do not hesitate to contact Nottinghamshire Police on 101 or in an emergency, dial 999.

Alternatively, people can report to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.