Essex Police5 days ago'I slapped her and that was the final straw. I needed help'James, not his real name, attends a behaviour course following his 12-week prison sentence.5 days ago17 Feb 2026Two men arrested after attempted raid at jewellersPolice say "substantial damage" was caused to a jewellery shop and two men remain in custody.17 Feb 202612 Feb 2026Electric police cars to charge up at bus depotEssex Police has partnered with First Bus to charge its growing fleet of electric vehicles. 12 Feb 202611 Feb 2026Man accused of racially abusing officer at protestPolice charge one man and arrest another following a protest at the Bell Hotel in Epping on Sunday.11 Feb 202610 Feb 2026Accused 'nearly lost his hands' breaking up dog fightsAshley Warren, 41, from Jaywick, denies charges relating to the attack that killed Esther Martin.10 Feb 20268 Feb 2026Police plan 110 job cuts despite increased fundingEssex Police could cut 110 roles, despite the government saying it has had a 4.9% funding increase.8 Feb 20265 Feb 2026The people holding police officers to accountAn independent advisory group watch officers' body-worn camera footage and examine their actions.5 Feb 20264 Feb 2026Police council tax share set to go up by nearly 6%The increase is the equivalent of £14.94 a year for a Band D property, says Essex Police.4 Feb 20263 Feb 2026PC cleared of misconduct during arrest of womanIt follows PC Leonard Fogg being found not guilty of assault at a trial last July.3 Feb 2026...