An Ely teenager who is studying a degree in criminology has joined Cambridgeshire Constabulary as a volunteer.
Becky Halls, 19, said she applied to become a special constable because she wanted to make a difference in her community.
Miss Halls is currently an undergraduate at Nottingham Trent University.
A police spokesman said: “Special Constables are a true sign of the partnership between the police and the public.
“They provide a vital support to a whole range of policing activities.
“Specials provide a vital link between the police and the diverse communities that we serve, helping the force to meet policing needs and increase the level of confidence and satisfaction of the public.”
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