Enfield EPSC CCTV Arrests in Assault, Robbery, Burglary

Key Points

• The Enfield Public Safety Centre (EPSC) at Enfield Civic Centre monitors CCTV cameras across the borough 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to enhance resident safety.
• Operated by Enfield Council, the EPSC supports police investigations, leading to numerous arrests and providing crucial evidence for trials and prosecutions.
• Cllr Gina Needs, Cabinet Member for Community Cohesion and Enforcement at Enfield Council, praised the EPSC as “an incredible asset to the council,” highlighting its role in 24/7 monitoring and partnership with local police to tackle crime and antisocial behaviour.
• Recent incidents captured by EPSC operators include an assault and drunk and disorderly case outside Little Vegas Casino on Fore Street, Edmonton, on Sunday, 7 December 2025.
• On Wednesday, 10 December 2025, operators spotted potential prostitution and drug offences at Lange Hedge Close, Edmonton (N18), resulting in arrests for prostitution-related activity and drug offences involving crack cocaine.
• A robbery on Hertford Road near the junction with Longfield Avenue on Friday, 12 December 2025, involved two suspects stealing an electric scooter from a victim outside Enfield Food Centre; the scooter was recovered and returned.
• On Tuesday, 23 December 2025, five suspects—two adult men, one juvenile man, and two juvenile women—were arrested for possession of offensive weapons, affray, and aggravated burglary after a pursuit of a white Nissan Juke linked to incidents in Marrilyne Avenue (EN3) and Northumberland Avenue (EN1).
• EPSC operators observed a man attempting to open car doors on Dyson Road on 29 December 2025, leading to his arrest on Kimberley Road near Ladysmith Road.

Enfield Public Safety Centre (EPSC) Incident Update (North London News) February 5, 2026 – Enfield Council’s Public Safety Centre (EPSC) has demonstrated its pivotal role in maintaining public safety through vigilant CCTV monitoring, assisting police in resolving multiple serious incidents across the borough in late December 2025. Operated from Enfield Civic Centre, the facility provides round-the-clock surveillance that has directly contributed to arrests for assault, drug offences, robbery, burglary, and vehicle tampering. Cllr Gina Needs emphasised the centre’s value in combating crime through dedicated staff and police partnerships.

What Is the Enfield Public Safety Centre?

The Enfield Public Safety Centre (EPSC), based at Enfield Civic Centre, serves as a critical hub for monitoring CCTV cameras throughout the Enfield borough, operating 24 hours a day, seven days a week. This continuous oversight aims to safeguard residents by detecting and responding to potential threats in real time. As detailed in the official update from Enfield Council, the EPSC not only aids police investigations but also supplies vital evidence that supports arrests, trials, and prosecutions.

Enfield Council manages the EPSC, ensuring seamless collaboration with local law enforcement. This partnership has proven effective in addressing various criminal activities, from antisocial behaviour to violent crimes.

The centre’s operators play a hands-on role, providing live footage, precise location details, and suspect descriptions to officers on the ground.

How Does the EPSC Support Police Investigations?

EPSC operators actively monitor live feeds and respond immediately to suspicious activities, notifying police with actionable intelligence. For instance, in multiple cases outlined in the council’s report, operators directed officers to exact locations, enhancing response times and outcomes. This proactive approach has led to swift interventions, detentions, and evidence collection.

The facility’s technology allows for the sharing of live video feeds directly with Metropolitan Police monitors, a feature that proved invaluable in several December incidents. By tracking suspect movements and vehicle paths via CCTV, the EPSC bridges the gap between observation and enforcement, making Enfield safer for its communities.

What Did Cllr Gina Needs Say About the EPSC?

Cllr Gina Needs, Cabinet Member for Community Cohesion and Enforcement at Enfield Council, described the EPSC as

“an incredible asset to the council, and the monitoring of the borough 24/7 by dedicated staff helps to keep our residents safe.”

She further noted,

“Our partnership working with local police is helping to crackdown on crime and antisocial behaviour which is not tolerated in Enfield.”

Her statements underscore the council’s commitment to leveraging technology for public protection.

As reported in the Enfield Council update via Parikiaki.com, Cllr Needs’ comments highlight the intolerance for disruptive behaviour in the borough. This official endorsement reflects broader efforts to maintain order through integrated safety measures.

What Happened in the Assault Outside Little Vegas Casino?

On Sunday, 7 December 2025, an EPSC operator witnessed a fight outside the Little Vegas Casino on Fore Street in Edmonton.

The operator immediately notified the police, who dispatched officers to the scene. Providing a detailed suspect description, the operator directed officers to the precise location.

Police engaged the aggressor, who was pushing against a security guard, and pushed him back per instructions. When the individual shouted and attempted to advance, officers handcuffed him. Another man was arrested for assault and drunk and disorderly conduct, showcasing the EPSC’s rapid response capabilities.

How Was Prostitution and Drug Activity Detected at Lange Hedge Close?

On Wednesday, 10 December 2025, during an active patrol, a council CCTV operator at the EPSC monitored a possible female sex worker and a man at Lange Hedge Close in Edmonton (N18), prioritising the woman’s safety. The operator sent live video footage to Met Police monitors, along with exact location details and descriptions.

The surveillance captured an exchange of an unknown substance from the man to the woman, suspected as payment. Police were notified promptly, arriving to detain the woman. The operator then alerted officers to the man, who retrieved a substance from a cigarette box and attempted to discard it—later confirmed as crack cocaine.

Consequently, police arrested the woman for prostitution-related activity and the man for drug offences and public indecency. This incident, as per the Enfield Council report shared on Parikiaki.com, exemplifies the EPSC’s role in tackling vice crimes.

What Details Emerged from the Hertford Road Robbery?

CCTV operators observed two men walking along Hertford Road near the junction with Longfield Avenue on Friday, 12 December 2025. They approached the Enfield Food Centre, then chased a man who had exited the store on an electric scooter.

The suspects intercepted the victim near Turkey Street, forcibly taking the scooter and dragging him into Gilbert Street. The pair rode off toward Lidl on Hertford Road, passing the Enfield Highway Conservative Club. EPSC control notified police immediately, who located the suspects dumping the scooter and fleeing in different directions.

Operators guided officers to check the victim’s welfare where he was last seen. The stolen scooter was recovered near Lidl car park and returned to the victim, preventing further loss.

Why Were Five Suspects Arrested in the Burglary Chase?

On Tuesday, 23 December 2025, the EPSC received a call regarding an attempted burglary at a property in Marrilyne Avenue, Enfield (EN3). Doorbell camera footage showed suspects kicking the door, with two wielding machetes. They were reportedly in a white Nissan Juke, linked to a prior attempt on Northumberland Avenue in Enfield (EN1).

At 5:03am, an operator spotted the white Nissan Juke travelling from Bilton Way (EN3) to Mollison Avenue, relaying direction details to officers. Police pursued the vehicle, which crashed into a tree at the junction of Whitehall Road, Bentley Way, and Newlands Road (EN3).

Five suspects were arrested: two adult men, one juvenile man, and two juvenile women, charged with possession of offensive weapons, affray, and aggravated burglary. This high-stakes intervention, detailed in the council’s EPSC update on Parikiaki.com, averted potential violence.

What Occurred on Dyson Road with Car Tampering?

On 29 December 2025, an EPSC operator spotted a man attempting to open car doors on Dyson Road. Contacting police immediately, the operator tracked the suspect to near Ladysmith Road. Officers arrived and arrested him on Kimberley Road.

This straightforward yet effective monitoring prevented vehicle theft, adding to the EPSC’s tally of successful interventions. The incident reinforces the centre’s vigilance over residential areas.

What Is the Broader Impact of EPSC Operations?

These incidents collectively illustrate the EPSC’s multifaceted contributions to Enfield’s safety landscape. From violent assaults to drug enforcement and property crimes, the centre’s 24/7 operations have facilitated multiple arrests and evidence gathering. Enfield Council’s investment in such infrastructure fosters community trust and deters criminality.

The partnership with the Metropolitan Police amplifies these efforts, ensuring coordinated responses. As Enfield continues to grow, the EPSC remains a cornerstone of proactive policing.

How Does This Reflect Enfield Council’s Priorities?

Enfield Council’s focus on community cohesion, as voiced by Cllr Needs, aligns with these operations. By not tolerating antisocial behaviour or serious crime, the authority upholds resident welfare. The EPSC update, published via Parikiaki.com on 5 February 2026, serves as public reassurance of these commitments.