NEW Community Support Officer (CSO) Jemma Coates will soon be a familiar face in and around Upton as she helps tackle crime and address any concerns residents may have.

She joins existing CSO Lucy Rowbotham and PC Mark Taylor on the local policing team responsible for Upton and its surrounding parishes.

The West Mercia Constabulary has been increasing the number of CSOs across the region as part of the new Local Policing programme.

PC Taylor said CSO Coates' appointment would be a fantastic help in policing the area. Anyone who would like to discuss any issues or concerns with the Upton local policing team can e-mail upton.lpt@westmercia.pnn. police.uk.