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My name is Nazia Kauser, and I am proud to introduce myself as the Neighbourhood Inspector for the Eastern and Northern Sectors of Walsall.
I began my policing career in January 2009 as a Police Officer, following three years of service as a Police Staff Member starting in 2006. My experience spans core frontline policing roles, including Response Policing, Neighbourhood Policing, and Custody. These roles have enabled me to build trust and confidence within the communities I’ve served, working collaboratively with residents and partners to keep people safe.
Before joining West Midlands Police, I served with Nottinghamshire Police from 2009 to 2025. Most recently, I held the position of a Response Policing Inspector. Prior to that, I was the Neighbourhood Sergeant for the Sherwood area of Nottingham, where I led visible community policing and implemented problem-solving initiatives that addressed local issues and delivered lasting positive outcomes.
Academically, I hold a Bachelor of Honours degree specialising in Criminal Justice systems from Nottingham Trent University (2000–2003), a Postgraduate Certificate (2004) in Social Science Research Methods, a Policing degree from De Montford University (2010) , and I am qualified in Coaching and Mentoring ILM level 5 (Institute of Leadership and Management).
In today’s complex and ever-changing environment, I believe that strong partnerships and community engagement are key to navigating challenges and driving meaningful change. West Midlands Police, alongside our wide network of partners, is well-equipped with the resources and commitment needed to make a real difference.
My commitment to you is built on three core priorities:
Community Engagement – Enhancing visibility and building relationships through meaningful interaction.
Problem Solving – Collaborating with partners and communities to address and resolve local issues.
Targeted Activity – Focusing efforts on crime hotspots and persistent offenders through proactive operations and increased visibility.
I take full responsibility and ownership in delivering a high-quality policing service. Together, we will work to make our communities safer and stronger.
Crimes and priorities
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Tackling shop theft in key retail areas around Bloxwich High StreetAction taken:
High visibility patrols by the neighbourhood at local retail premises have had a positive impact on community safety. These proactive patrols have increased police presence and visibility in key shopping areas, acting as a deterrent to criminal activity. As a result, there has been a noticeable reduction in incidents in regards to shoplifting.
Update March 2026
The team have carried out regular targeted foot and mobile patrols in our hotspot areas. This has included the
Co-operative stores on Turnberry Road & Lichfield Road, One Stop on Cresswell Crescent and the shops on the High Street. These patrols have resulted in a number of individuals arrested & charged for shop thefts in the area. This has resulted in an overall reduction in shop thefts. We have also been successful in securing Criminal Behaviour Orders for our prolific offenders, this puts conditions on them not to enter particular stores in the Bloxwich area. -
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Tackling Anti-Social Behaviour on the High Street and other key areas such as parks and green spaces.
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We are prioritising to deter anti social behaviour on the Bloxwich high street, particularly incidents involving groups of youths causing disruptions and riding bicycles in a dangerous or intimidating manner. This behaviour affects the safety and comfort of local residents, businesses, and visitors. We will increase visibility through patrols, engage with local youth services such as the recent one who opened in Market Place where we will be attending and work with community partners to promote responsible behaviour.
March 2026 Update
The team continue to tackle ASB on the High Street and in surrounding areas such as King George's Playing Fields and the green space at the back of the Co-operative on Turnberry and have carried out several patrols in these areas. We have been visible in the area allowing us to engage with members of the public enabling us to provide reassurance that we are aware of local concerns and proactively working with partners to resolve issues. -
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ASB - Off-Road Bikes - King George Playing FieldsAction taken:
We are aware of concerns from residents about off road bikes causing a nuisance to members of the public who use the park. The team will be carrying out targeted patrols in the area in an effort to identify these individuals. In addition we are looking at carrying out multi-agency operations over the coming weeks.
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Working to ensure Halloween and Bonfire Night celebrations are enjoyed safely and responsibly.
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Walsall Police are working with the local authority, key stakeholders and community members to help ensure these celebrations are enjoyed safely and responsibly.
Neighbourhood officers will be out across the borough reassuring communities and preventing any behaviour that could put others at risk.
We will be working with licenced premises to ensure that safe securing of fireworks and appropriate selling is taking place.
Our Prevention Hub officers are working with schools to ensure that educational resources are delivered to schools to educate young people on the importance of staying safe across the period.