Thatcham officer awarded for his efforts

A Thatcham police community support officer has been recognised for his voluntary work within Thames Valley Police.

PSCO Alex McIntyre from Thatcham Neighbourhood Police team received a long service award from Neighbourhood, Problem Solving and Safeguarding Inspector Matt Gow on Monday (June 27).

Mr McIntyre was presented with the award for his volunteering in his spare time within Thames Valley Police, as well as working as a full time PCSO.

Mr Gow said: "Alex has been a PCSO from their inception but this award was for his services to the West Berkshire Cadets, which is once a week and gives up his own time to help develop and provide support and sessions for the cadets to enjoy.

"He is a great role model and is a great asset to West Berkshire and also works on the safeguarding team supporting children and adults in West Berkshire."

Thames Valley Police offered its congratulations and said: "Well done Alex, you are a credit to Thames Valley Police".

Police community support officer Sue Gillespie was also recognised for her efforts, winning PCSO of the year from Thames Valley Police.