Avon & Somerset Police is receiving help from volunteers to help fight the “complex threat” of cyber crime and online fraud. Police chiefs said volunteers help bring specialist skills to the force in a wide range of roles, including cracking down on the growing risk of fraud.
Volunteers assist the police in many ways, from becoming special constables to looking after horses. But as rates of cyber crime across the country are increasing, a new area where volunteers are helping is digitally tracking down criminals.
Chief Constable Sarah Crew was asked about how the force supports volunteers during a performance and accountability board meeting on June 14. She said Avon & Somerset Police was leading the way with cyber volunteers, with other forces now showing an interest.
