Seaham and Easington Police

02/04/2026

🚓 Seaham NPT Weekly Roundup 🚓

Here’s what our officers have been doing to keep our communities safe:

👮‍♂️ Officers carried out several hours of foot patrol across Seaham last month, focusing on Church Street and Byron Place. During these patrols, they tackled anti-social behaviour and engaged with local businesses.

👮‍♂️ We were joined by the Deputy Chief Constable, who spent time on shift with Seaham NPT. Alongside PCSO Hutton, he conducted foot patrols at Seaham Harbour, speaking with members of the public and local shop owners.

🌿 While officers were out on patrol, a cannabis grow was discovered in the Deneside area. One male was swiftly arrested, charged, and remanded.

🌿 A further cannabis grow was also uncovered on The Avenue, Deneside. A second male was arrested, charged, and remanded. Enquiries into both incidents remain ongoing.

🚗 Two vehicles were seized by officers—one for failing to stop and having no insurance, and another for having no insurance.

🚨 Three individuals were arrested on suspicion of robbery and have since been bailed pending further enquiries.

🚲 Two stolen bikes were recovered from Murton Dene and will be returned to their rightful owners.

🛑 A Stalking Protection Order has been successfully applied for and granted, safeguarding a vulnerable victim for the next three years. The suspect is due to appear in court for criminal proceedings.

Thank you to everyone who continues to support us—your information and cooperation make a real difference 💙

01/04/2026

A dispersal order will be in effect in parts of Seaham for the next 48 hours.

It is in place for Maglona Street, Queen Alexandra Road, Margaret Street, Aged Miner's Homes, Stavordale Street West and Chaplin Street from now until 6pm on Friday, April 3 and is aimed at tackling recent incidents of anti-social behaviour.

Anyone suspected of causing trouble in these areas will be issued with a dispersal order, banning them from returning.

Those who ignore the order will face arrest.

Extra officers will be on patrol throughout the weekend to monitor the situation and deal with anyone causing trouble.

25/03/2026

HASWELL DROP IN SESSION

The above drop in session will take place on Thursday 26th March at the Lisa Dixon Centre, Haswell from 1 pm to 2 pm.

Officers from Easington Neighbourhood Policing Team will be available to talk to residents in relation to any issues they may have.

We look forward to meeting you.

23/03/2026

Purse found on Church Street Street over the weekend. If this is yours please email carole.hutton@durham.police.uk. You must be able to prove that this is yours by describing it's contents.

22/03/2026

There has been a growing concern within the Seaham community regarding a group of youths engaging in anti-social behaviour. Residents have reported instances of loud, disruptive conduct, as well as verbal abuse directed towards elderly members of the community. This behaviour is causing distress and making some residents feel unsafe in their own neighbourhood. It is important that this issue is addressed promptly to ensure a safe and respectful environment for everyone.

This behaviour will not be tolerated and youths identified will be dealt with robustly.

20/03/2026

Please see below our upcoming mechanics project 🔧

For further details or to express an interest, please see the email at the bottom of the poster or directly message the page.

Dates are to be confirmed🚗

16/03/2026

Wanted! Have you seen Jordan Ward 👇

Officers would like to speak to the 29-year-old in connection with a suspected burglary in Murton.

The incident occurred at a premises on Woods Terrace in September, last year.

Anyone who has seen Jordan is asked to contact Peterlee response on 101.

11/03/2026

CUPPA WITH A COPPER - Thursday 12th March.

Cuppa with a Copper will take place at Seaton Holme, Easington Village on Thursday 12th March between 2 pm and 3 pm.

Officers from your local Neighbourhood Policing Team will be available to speak to. We look forward to seeing you there.

11/03/2026

SOUTH HETTON PACT MEETING - 12th March 2026.

South Hetton PACT meeting will take place on Thursday 12th March from 4 pm to 5 pm at The Robin Todd Centre, South Hetton.

Why not pop along and discuss any issues you may have in relation to the community with your local Neighbourhood Policing Team. We look forward to seeing you there.

11/03/2026

🚨 Persistent Shoplifter Jailed – Easington 🚨

A persistent shoplifter who repeatedly targeted the Co-Op in Easington has now been sentenced to 18 weeks in prison.

The offender, Ryan Wade, was charged with 7 separate shop theft offences following ongoing incidents at the store. Thanks to the work of officers and the support of staff, the case was brought before the courts where the individual has now received an immediate custodial sentence.

Shoplifting may seem like a low-level crime, but it has a real impact on businesses, staff and the local community. We will continue to take action against those who repeatedly target local shops.

If you have information about crime or anti-social behaviour in your area, please report it to us.

10/03/2026

Are you a local business owner?

Do you work closely with your local community?

You see your customers and clients every day; you’ll know your regular’s morning coffee order, their usual haircut, or their favourite nail art.

You build up close, trusted relationships with them, and are often the first to notice if something feels a bit off with them.

That’s why we’re launching our Community Guardians scheme – a new project designed to empower those who work in customer-facing roles to spot the signs of domestic abuse.

The scheme will offer free, online training to enable people to help them spot the signs of abuse, and how to support someone who may be experiencing it.

💬 Detective Chief Inspector Andy Crowe, from Durham Constabulary, said: “Talking about domestic abuse and vulnerability, and encouraging survivors to open up can be really difficult, but through this campaign we aim to create a safe and positive environment where people can have these conversations with confidence.

“Customer-facing roles such as beauticians, gyms, community organisations and hairdressers often build up very close relationships with their clients, so are well placed to spot any changes in behaviour or unusual injuries.

“Through the Community Guardians project, we want to empower these people with the knowledge, skills, and support that will allow them to help keep others safe in their local community.”

The scheme is open to all businesses and isn’t gender specific.

To register your interest in becoming a Community Guardian, click here 👉 https://online1.snapsurveys.com/Interview/be0c2b48-6709-432e-b786-c6d4cca5183b

If you are suffering domestic abuse, please know you are not alone – there are people who can and will help you.

Call 101, or 999 if you are in immediate danger.

Reports can also be made online at www.police.uk/ro/report/domestic-abuse/a1/report-domestic-abuse/

If you don’t want to speak to the police, there are other helplines available:

📌 The National Domestic Abuse Helpline is available 24 hours a day on 0808 2000 247.

📌 The local service, Harbour, is also available 24 hours a day on 03000 20 25 25.

The above services support both men and women.

10/03/2026