Mazda UK have just delivered a new Mazda 5 to the St Andrews Safer Neighbourhood Team, who support and continue to be commited to the Metropolitan Police Service in Havering. A Safer Neighbourhood Sgt, two Police Officers and three PCSO’s patrol all areas of the St Andrews ward including green spaces on foot, on bicycles and now in a Mazda 5.
Safer Neighbourhood teams operate on every ward within London and serve the community at a local level dealing with issues as diverse as schools presentations and neighbour disputes to raids on drugs venues and licensed premises.
St Andrews Safer Neighbourhood Team have worked with Mazda UK for four years in the provision of a series of vehicles for the team to utilise. The team have found that these are invaluable in keeping down crimes of all types. Thanks to the generosity of Mazda UK the team will be able to continue to patrol effectively and promptly to all areas of the ward. They will be able to transport crime prevention materials to venues across Hornchurch as well as increasing the area that can be patrolled by a single officer.
Mark Cameron, Sales Director at Mazda UK added: “Mazda’s entire range is made up of sporty and stylish vehicles, with competitive pricing and running costs. Though it was only launched recently, the New Mazda 5 is already establishing itself as an attractive proposition to both fleet and private buyers. With an unrivalled blend of value, practicality and desirability, we’re sure that the new Mazda 5 will be nothing less than an outstanding companion and workhorse for the Havering Met Police.”
St Andrews Safer Neighbourhood Sgt Paul Murray said “The Mazda 5 is a fantastic vehicle for use on the borough. Having seven seats I can transport my team to drop off points throughout the ward within a matter of minutes rather than relying on public transport. We can attend appointments promptly and make home visits to those who require them to discuss policing matters without incurring long travelling times and delays. The Mazda 5 has attended a number of community and schools events where it has generated a lot of interest. As a team we find it an invaluable tool in reducing crime in the ward of St Andrews.”
To find out more about Mazda 5 Range call Mazda Durham on freephone 0800 9804534 or Mazda Darlington on freephone 0800 9804532.