Cleveland Police's deputy chief constable to take top job
The organisation covers areas including Hartlepool, Redcar, Stockton and Middlesbrough.Ms Fuller began her policing career in the neighbouring Durham force in 1999 where she became its first female senior investigating officer.She was appointed Cleveland's assistant chief constable in 2022 and then deputy chief constable the following year.Storey said she "demonstrates a clear passion for making the Cleveland area safer and her current leadership role has given her an excellent understanding of the challenges the area faces".
He praised Mr Webster, who he described as having led with "dedication, professionalism and focus", turning the force into "one of the most improved in the country".His retirement comes after 34 years in policing.He was tasked with turning around Cleveland's fortunes, with HM Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services warning it had been "putting the public at risk".In September 2023, the watchdog said Cleveland had made "significant improvements in its approach to preventing crime and antisocial behaviour", meaning oversight arrangements could be brought to a close.However, in February this year the PCC said he would conduct a "deep dive" after inspectors found serious failings in the force's child safeguarding efforts.
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