Reading CID’s work commended
THAMES Valley Police has presented a number of awards, including to members of Reading’s Criminal investigation Department.
Chief constable John Campbell gave commendations and long service awards to officers and staff from across the force at a ceremony held last month.
Reading CID was among those commended for its work in 20202021. This period saw a number of high-profile stabbings, including the terrorist attacks in Forbury Gardens in June 2020.
The commendation also made note of Reading CID’s increased workload, and that it had more charges for serious assaults than any other local policing area in the force.
Commander Nick John, of the Metropolitan Police Service and formerly LPA commander for Reading, nominated the team for the award.
“While it can be difficult at times to single out staff or teams at a time when so many have performed above what is expected, my view is that the CID team in particular has really shone while under constant, intense pressure,” he said.
Detective Chief Inspector Dave Turton, of Reading CID, said: “When teams deliver a consistently exceptional performance over a sustained period of time, they should be recognised.
“This award for the team has been really well received by all staff and sends a clear message across the organisation that we value our staff and appreciate the hard work they put in on a daily basis.”
Detective Sergeant Lara Pinder, also of Reading CID, said: “It’s a rewarding feeling to know that all our hard work during what was an exceptionally busy and relentless period on Reading CID has been recognised.”