The conversation provides an in-depth look at the Road Crime Team of Staffordshire Police, detailing its formation, objectives, and various functions aimed at enhancing road safety.

Inspector Chris Moss discusses the team’s structure, including specialized units like the Serious Collision Investigation Unit and the bespoke road harm team.

The conversation also highlights the importance of collaboration with other police units and the implementation of Operation Lightning, which focuses on targeted operations based on intelligence to address road crime effectively.

The discussion emphasizes the team’s commitment to education, community engagement, and the overall goal of making roads safer for all users.

Takeaways

• The Road Crime Team was formed to enhance road safety.
• The team operates 24/7 to monitor and enforce road safety.
• Education for drivers is a key focus of their operations.
• Collaboration with other police units enhances effectiveness.
• Operation Lightning is an ongoing initiative for road crime enforcement.
• The team includes specialized units for serious collisions and family support.
• Intelligence officers play a crucial role in planning operations.
• Investment in road policing has increased to improve safety.
• Community engagement is vital for successful policing efforts.
• The team targets specific issues based on data and intelligence.

Sound Bites

• “We work closely with local policing teams.”
• “Operation Lightning is our daily business.”

Chapters
00:00 – Introduction to the Road Crime Team
01:34 – Objectives and Functions of the Team
05:28 – Collaboration and Operations
08:01 – Operation Lightning Overview
10:51 – Ongoing Operations and Community Engagement

We have launched a YouTube channel where you can also view our videos – just click here and please like and subscribe PTV Youtube