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12:53 23/12/2022

Local policing teams (LPT) in the force have been bolstered with the arrival of a new family duo.

Matthew Stepney, aged 23, has followed in the footsteps of his father, Colin, after completing his training to become a Police Community Support Officer earlier this month.

He was presented with his certificate of training and formal police identification at our headquarters in Stafford alongside his proud father, who now looks to impart nearly two-decades of experience into his eager protégé.

(Left to right - PCSO Matthew Stepney, Deputy Chief Constable Emma Barnett and PCSO Colin Stepney)

The family’s story with the force started back in June 2004 when Colin joined the Newcastle-under-Lyme LPT after being made redundant from his old job.

“I wanted to join the force ever since I left school,” he said.

“At the time, the role of a PCSO was new in policing. I did a lot of researching and found out how much community contact and problem solving was involved and knew it was right for me personally.

“It’s given me such a strong sense of belonging in the local community and the opportunity to meet so many different people - whether that’s carrying out school talks, interacting with businesses, meeting residents or just walking through the beat and offering a helping hand.”

Colin quickly excelled in the role and was awarded PCSO Of The Year in 2008 – a moment which remains one his proudest. He covered Knutton, Cross Heath and now serves the communities in Kidsgrove.

It would appear the apple doesn’t fall very far from the tree either, as Colin’s son now looks to replicate his successes in his new role.

Colin said: “I’m so proud of Matt. He’s such a good person and will bring the next generation of officers into his new patch.

“He’s got everything it takes to be an excellent PCSO and I’m sure he will soon get the respect from his community – and who knows, maybe one day will be in my shoes and will welcome his own son or daughter into the force!”

PCSO Matthew Stepney will take to the beat in Stoke South LPT – closely neighbouring his dad’s local policing team in Newcastle.

We are currently recruiting for a number of operational and staff roles in various areas of the force. To read more, visit: Careers | Staffordshire Police

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