Blackbird Leys Neighbourhood Police Office
BLACKBIRD Leys has a new sergeant.
Leon Astley has been appointed to lead the force's neighbourhood team on the estate, taking over from the former sergeant Neil Applegarth.
Sgt Astley was previously based at Cowley Police Station.
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He will take on the force's activity in Blackbird Leys including cracking down on drug dealers.
Mr Applegarth was a vocal and respected presence during his time on the estate, and has moved on due to promotion within the force.
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