Wiltshire detective honoured for cyber attack response

Summarised from 4 outlets · Updated 14 Nov, 12:02 · Archive

Detective Superintendent Joe Garrity of Wiltshire Police has been honoured with a Long Service Award for his dedication to protecting the public and supporting vulnerable people.

Garrity joined Wiltshire Police in August 2024 as a Detective Chief Inspector. He made a rapid impact, rising to temporary detective superintendent within six months and then receiving substantive promotion in June 2025. A Wiltshire Police spokesperson said his 'vision, commitment and ability to bring people together quickly delivered positive change'.

Garrity led Wiltshire Police's response to a national cyber attack under Operation Alva. The processes he developed were later recognised as best practice across the country. He has also driven improvements in safeguarding and vulnerability services, working closely with partner agencies to ensure better protection for those most at risk.

A police spokesperson described Garrity as 'widely respected for his integrity, professionalism and unwavering commitment to public service'. His leadership has helped establish Wiltshire Police as an organisation recognised nationally for its approach to vulnerability, safeguarding and the protection of children and young people.

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Wiltshire detective honoured for leading national cyber attack responseA senior officer has been praised for his dedication to protecting the public and supporting the most vulnerable.This Is Wiltshire · 14 Nov, 05:00
Wiltshire detective honoured for leading national cyber attack responseA senior officer has been praised for his dedication to protecting the public and supporting the most vulnerable.Wiltshire Times · 14 Nov, 05:00
Wiltshire detective honoured for leading national cyber attack responseA senior officer has been praised for his dedication to protecting the public and supporting the most vulnerable.Gazette & Herald · 14 Nov, 05:00
Wiltshire detective honoured for leading national cyber attack responseA senior officer has been praised for his dedication to protecting the public and supporting the most vulnerable.Swindon Advertiser · 14 Nov, 05:00

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