Tributes for police officer who has retired after 30 years 'outstanding service'
Tributes have been paid to a local police officer who has retired after giving 30 years service to the Leicestershire force.
Det Sgt Lou Fenton was congratulated and thanked by Insp Darren Richardson, commander of the Melton and Rutland Neighbourhood Policing Area (NPA).
Insp Richardson said: “Throughout her career, Lou has provided outstanding service to the communities of Melton and Rutland, always placing victims and communities at the heart of everything she has done.
"She began her policing journey as a response officer before joining the Melton neighbourhood team, later moving into CID and then working across a range of safeguarding roles.
"In every role, Lou has shown professionalism, compassion and an unwavering commitment to protecting the most vulnerable.”
He added: “Lou’s experience, leadership and dedication have made a lasting difference to both the communities we serve and the colleagues she has supported along the way.
"She leaves behind a legacy she should be immensely proud of and will be greatly missed.”