Police release new video to spread awareness of Project Servator

CHESHIRE Constabulary has released a new video to inform members of the public about Project Servator, and highlight the positive work undertaken by police and partner agencies to disrupt crime.

Project Servator is a policing tactic used to disrupt a range of criminal activity, including terrorism, while providing a reassuring presence for the public.
These deployments are carried out by officers who are specially trained to spot tell-tale signs that someone may be planning or preparing to commit a crime. They are unpredictable and can happen anywhere, at any time, using both uniformed and plain-clothed officers.
It utilises many of Cheshire Constabulary’s other resources, such as police dogs, CCTV, and drones, all working together to disrupt criminality. Officers will also interact with the public, private security, partner agencies, and local businesses to build a network of vigilance.
The new video also helps to spread awareness of the vital role members of the public play in helping the project disrupt criminality in the community.
It urges people to report anything they see or hear that doesn’t feel right. This could be directly to a police officer, to a member of security staff, or by calling 101. In an emergency, always call 999.

PC Mike Henry, Project Servator Co-ordinator for Cheshire Police, said: “I’m really pleased to be spreading further awareness of Project Servator with the release of our new video.
“This features footage from our deployments and really showcases the positive engagement from members of the public, partner agencies, and local businesses across Cheshire.
“The project was pioneered by City of London Police in 2014 and is now used by a number of police forces.
“After trialling the approach in June 2019, Cheshire Constabulary became an accredited Project Servator force in March 2020.
“Since then, the tactic has resulted in some great outcomes, including drug-related arrests, and a wanted person being arrested after being spotted by Project Servator officers, to name just a few recent examples.
“Project Servator adds another layer to our existing security measures by making it more difficult for criminals to operate, while simultaneously providing a reassuring presence for members of the public.
“Working with the community is a vital part of Project Servator’s success, so please help us by reporting anything which doesn’t feel right. If you spot a deployment, don’t hesitate to come and talk to us.”