Nuneaton and Bedworth Rural Area
Leicestershire Incident of 20 Sheep Killed
We have been made aware of an incident in Leicestershire this week, where 20 ewes have been killed and butchered in their field in Cotesbach near Harborough. If you own sheep or any other livestock or live near to a field with them in please be vigilant and report anyone in the field acting suspiciously…
Read MoreWarwickshire Police Stand at Whitacres and Shustoke Show This Saturday
Warwickshire Police, including the local Policing team, Rural Officer, Cyber Crime Advisor and Drone Officer will be at Whitacres and Shustoke show this weekend. Come along to our stand and see the range of vehicles that we use, including an off road bike, equipment such as the drones and chat to your local officers. Lots of crime prevention information and…
Read MoreWarwickshire Horse Watch Meeting
Horse Watch Meeting The next Warwickshire Horse Watch meeting is on Monday 15th July, 7.30pm at Warwickshire Police Leek Wootton. Gate signs and trailer stickers available for free on the night. If you are interested in becoming a HW Ambassador please come along and help us assist other horse owners in your area. Information on…
Read MorePolice Alert to Burglaries Due to Insecure Windows
Warwickshire Police warn that they have had several burglaries over recent days where where offenders have gained entry through unsecure windows. Leaving windows open presents opportunities for criminals. Advice from the Police is: •Ensure all your windows and doors are locked when you go out and go to bed – don’t forget, burglars can squeeze…
Read MoreApologies – Website & Alerts Back
Please accept our sincere apologies, the Warwickshire Rural Watch website has been down for the past few of days and we have been unable to post alerts and send news out etc. All is now sorted, thank you for your patience.
Read More6 Sheep Taken Near Parrots Grove
A report has been received of 5 ewes and a lamb being taken from a field off the B4109 near Parrots Grove some time between the 15th and 16th June. If you saw anyone or a vehicle acting suspiciously in the area or have any information that could help the police with their enquiries please…
Read MoreTheft From Vehicle in Grendon
Overnight unknown offender(s) have stolen a spare wheel from a Landrover Defender, parked on Watling Street, Grendon. If you saw anyone acting suspiciously or have any information that could help the police with their enquiries please call 101 and refer to inc 435 of 25/6/19 or email NorthWarksRuralalerts@Warwickshire.pnn.police.uk. For crime prevention advice please go to…
Read MoreOffender Who Targeted Elderly and Vulnerable Jailed
Roofer who targeted elderly and vulnerable jailed A roofer who targeted elderly and vulnerable people, charging thousands of pounds for work that of ten did not need carrying out, has been jailed after a successful prosecution. Patrick Christopher Dunne, 20, of Griff Park Travellers’ Site, Nuneaton, Warwickshire, was sentenced to two years and nine months…
Read MoreAppeal Launched After Calf Dies in Princethorpe
Police have launched an appeal after receiving a report that two calves had been shot with a suspected crossbow in Princethorpe at the weekend. The animals were discovered off Burnthurst Lane yesterday morning (Sunday 23 June). A one-month-old calf was put to sleep at the scene. A four-month-old calf was also shot in its hindquarters but is…
Read MoreWarwickshire Fire Service Rescue Lamb From Canal
A fire engine from Henley and the Large Animal Rescue Unit from Rugby were called to Salters Lane, Bearley this morning after receiving a call stating that a sheep was stuck in the canal. On arrival the crew from Henley found a lamb that was distressed and tired swimming in the aqueduct. The crew were…
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