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Eight Arrested in Serious and Organised Crime Unit (SOCU) Investigation
Eight people were arrested this morning as part of an investigation into organised criminality in Warwickshire. Officers from the force’s Serious and Organised Crime Unit (SOCU) executed warrants in Rugby, Daventry, Bishops Tachbrook and Lighthorne Heath. A 43-year-old man and a 38-year-old woman were arrested in Montgomery Drive, Rugby. A 28-year-old man was arrested in…
Read MoreWarwickshire Police Part of Operation Gallileo to Address Hare Coursing
Since harvest, we have been seeing a sharp rise in hare coursing across the county, however Warwickshire Police are now proud to be part of Op Gallileo, a national police effort to tackle this barbaric illegal ‘sport’. Being part of this operation means more cross border information and intelligence sharing, targetting known prolific offenders and of…
Read MoreTwelve People Arrested on Suspicion of Drink Driving Offences Over the Weekend
TWELVE people arrested on suspicion of drink driving offences over the weekend: A 58-year-old man from Birmingham was arrested near Chelmsley Wood on Friday afternoon after officers received a report he was driving under the influence of alcohol. He was later charged with drink driving. A 51-year-old man of no fixed abode was arrested in…
Read MoreWarwickshire Police Support Tyre Safety Month
Warwickshire Police is supporting Tyre Safety month during October by asking drivers to ACT by checking their Air pressure, Condition and Tread at least once a month and before long journeys. TyreSafe
Read MoreVehicle Number Plate Thefts
There has been a number of incidents around the county of vehicle registration plates being stolen. If this happens it is important to report it to the police as they may be put on another vehicle by the offenders and used in a crime. This can be reported online at www.warwickshire.police.uk or calling 101. FREE anti…
Read MoreConcern at Number of Livestock Worrying Incidents Being Reported
We have had a concerning number of incidents reported in the last few weeks of livestock worrying around the county. This week we have had two incidents in different areas of Rugby which have both resulted in horrific injuries to the sheep involved and a number being killed by the dogs or having to be…
Read MoreSurvey Regarding Domestic Abuse Support in Warwickshire
Warwickshire County Council and Warwickshire Police and Crime Commissioner are reviewing their Domestic Abuse Accommodation and Support Service to understand people’s experience of domestic abuse and accessing support in Warwickshire. Please take part in their survey to help with this work: https://ask.warwickshire.gov.uk/i…/domestic-abuse-residents/
Read MoreNational Police Memorial Day
We acknowledge and honour those officers that have given their life in protecting the public and thank our force for all that they do. Sunday 27th September – National Police Memorial Day. Especially in our thoughts are the family, colleagues and friends of Sgt Matiu Ratana.
Read MoreDedication and Commitment of Officers and Staff Recognised at Force Awards Ceremony
Incredible feats of bravery and outstanding achievement from Warwickshire Police officers and staff have been recognised. The force’s headquarters in Leek Wootton was home to the second of two Chief Superintendent’s and Director’s awards on Monday (21 September). A new format – designed to ensure social distancing – allowed the ceremony to go ahead after…
Read MoreFifty People Arrested Across the County
Officers have arrested 50 people as part of a sustained focus on targeting county lines drug dealing and gangs within the county. Warrants have taken place in Nuneaton, Leamington, Stratford, Atherstone, Keresley and Rugby, with significant amounts of heroin, crack cocaine, cocaine and cannabis seized. Vehicles, more than £20,000 in cash, imitation firearms and knives,…
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