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Detective Degree Holder Entry Programme
Category: Student blogs
22 November 2023
With the launch of our new Detective Degree Holder Entry Programme, in partnership with Bedfordshire Police, Cambridgeshire Constabulary and Hertfordshire Constabulary, we asked that very question. ARU police partners, Cambridgeshire Constabulary and Bedfordshire Police, gave us an insight of what it’s like, and what it takes, to be a Detective Constable.
Detectives deal with serious and complex investigations which could include domestic violence, child protection, homicide, cybercrime, counter-terrorism, drugs and county lines.
Sabrina D’Amelio, a detective with the Bedfordshire Police, tells us what it’s like, in her own words.
“I work in the Rape and Serious Sexual Offence team (RASSO), as with any detective team, every day is so different.
The initial response team preserve the scene and the golden hour investigation. We then come in to see what has been done and what we need to do. It could mean house-to-house visits to gather intelligence, request and look through CCTV, anything that identifies a victim, witness, or suspect.
It’s important to be professionally inquisitive. We need to find out what we don’t know and piece things together. It’s like working on a big, intricate puzzle.
Safeguarding is another part of our daily routine. It’s essential. The victim is at the heart of all our investigations, and we work with them throughout and follow their wishes. Whether it’s a prosecution or getting them out of the situation or something else.
I can honestly say that RASSO is an amazing team of detectives. The victim care is incredible and I’m so pleased that I get to work in this team. They are so knowledgeable, willing to help and really put the victim first. I am truly helping people.
Bedfordshire Police has a great environment to work in. Each member is willing to help, share their knowledge and advice. There is no competition here, we all are working to the same goal and that’s protecting people and fighting crime.
There is a constant work satisfaction in policing. There is always something to learn, something new to experience and you see the result at the end, whether it’s helping a victim or getting a good result at court.
The hours can be tough, being in the police you must be prepared to work the hours. But there is an incredible team to support you and we all chip in to make sure the job is done right, and the victim gets the outcome they need.
You’ve got to get out of your comfort zone in the police and for me that is the best part of the role. I get to challenge myself and get the high of proving to myself I can do it.
If you are thinking about it, join. If you’re willing to put effort in and hold integrity, have a passion for helping victims, fighting crime, join us. Be prepared to give it your all.”
Find out more about ARU’s new Detective Degree Holder Entry Programme here.
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