Farm & Equine Only County
Alert to Phone Scam
Warwickshire Police have received reports of a scam involving a phone caller pretending to be a Warwickshire Police officer. If you think a call maybe a scam then please do not provide any personal details – hang up & report it immediately to Action Fraud at http://actionfraud.police.uk or 0300 123 2040.
Read MoreChat to Local Officers on Police Stand at Whitacre & Shustoke Show
Local Officers for Warwickshire Police will be at Whitacre & Shustoke Show tomorrow (28/7). Come and say hello at our stand, range of vehicles to see including off road bike, lots of crime prevention advice and details on our Rural Watch & Horse Watch Schemes. Good opportunity to come and chat about any issues or…
Read MorePolice Issue Traffic Warning Ahead of Kenilworth Horse Fair
Police have warned that traffic in Kenilworth is likely to be heavier than usual this weekend as people attend the horse fair. The fair takes place in a field just off the Leamington Road at the junction with the A46. Sergeant Chris Kitson from the local Safer Neighbourhood Team said: “We’re expecting it to be…
Read MoreStraw on Fire in Grendon
Warwickshire Fire & Rescue Service fire control received a 999 call at 19:42 on Thursday 26th July reporting straw on fire on a farm on Warton Lane in Grendon. Initially one fire engine from Polesworth was mobilised. Soon after arriving a second fire engine was requested to assist with extinguishing the fire, this was mobilised…
Read MorePolice Issue Warning Following Burglaries
Police have issued a warning after there were several burglaries in the county overnight where people entered properties through insecure windows. In some cases, car keys and valuables have been taken through open windows. Police are offering the following advice: Ensure all your windows and doors are locked when you go out and go to…
Read MoreAdvice for Farmers on Fire & Arson
As farmers start harvesting this summer, there is always the risk of fire from a number of areas and this is especially relevant this year with the very hot weather and dry ground that we have at present. In order to help and support farmers in Warwickshire, Carol Cotterill, Rural Crime Officer, Warwickshire Police has…
Read MoreTheft From Farm in Middleton
During the night, possibly between 21.00 hrs on 25/7/18 and 05.00 hrs on 26/7/18, unknown offender(s) entered a farm at Middleton and stole a bird feeder from the top of a poultry pen. The feeder has a red bottom and has a 1 litre capacity. A number of sheds were entered but nothing taken. If…
Read MoreTheft From Farm in Oxhill
Inc 0148 of 21/07/2018 Between 1800hrs 12/07/2018 and 0700hrs 20/07/2018 at a farm on Banbury Road, Oxhill, 6 batteries, a petrol can and a strimmer were removed by unknown offenders from a trailer. For crime prevention advice please visit our website at www.warwickshireruralwatch.co.uk.
Read MoreEquipment Stolen in Lea Marston
Between 16.00 hrs and 17.30 hrs on Sunday 15th July, three unknown offenders entered a secure premises in Lea Marston on a mini motorbike and 2 quads and stole equipment and four trailers, plus a fuel bowser. Did you see these vehicles in the area around this time or have any information that could help…
Read MoreWarwickshire Trading Standards Alert to Small Businesses
Bogus advertisers warning to Warwickshire small businesses Small businesses in Warwickshire are warned to beware of cold calls from bogus publishers/advertisers pretending to sell advertising in Warwickshire County Council publications. These individuals, who appear to be using difficult to trace mobile phone numbers are reported to be both persistent and aggressive. Businesses are advised not…
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