Warwick Rural Area
Chainsaws Stolen From Rural Property in Claverdon
Incident 431 of 7 August – Langley Road, Claverdon – At some point before 6.20pm on 7 August, offenders entered the grounds of a rural home in Langley Road, Claverdon and then broke into stables at the premises. Once inside the building, the offenders forced open a metal box and stole three chainsaws from inside…
Read MoreAttempted Theft of Lead From Church in Wootton Wawen
At just after midnight on 6 August, offenders attempted to remove a quantity of lead from the roof of St Peter’s Church, Wootton Wawen and activated an intruder alarm. The offenders caused damage to the lead but left empty handed. If you saw anything or have any information that could help the police with their…
Read MoreModern Slavery – Safe Car Wash App
Modern Slavery is hidden in plain sight on our high streets. The National Crime Agency thinks there are tens of thousands of people being exploited in the UK, forced to work long hours, for little or no pay, and under threat of violence. Some of those people are being exploited in hand car washes, which…
Read MoreAlert From Leicestershire Police – Tractor Stolen
This Massey Ferguson 135 was stolen sometime between 23 July 2018 and 06 August 2018, off Sacheverell Way in Groby. This is an older photo but it is the same vehicle. Since this image was taken, the 135 has faded slightly. The front bucket arms were on the tractor but were removed before the theft.…
Read MoreWarning About The Dangers of Swimming in Quarries
Warwickshire Police have joined with Warwickshire Fire and Rescue to warn people about the dangers of swimming in quarries. The warning comes after a 17-year-old boy died after going into a quarry in Bishops Itchington. Quarries are vey dangerous places. While they may look safe and inviting in the hot weather there are hidden dangers:…
Read MoreFire in Little Wolford
Yesterday afternoon a farm baler caught fire in a field on Little Wolford Road, Little Wolford and quickly spread to surrounding fields. In total eleven fire engines were called the scene, including one from Gloucestershire Fire Service. Two water carriers were also sent to help with water supplies. Firefighters worked quickly to prevent the spread…
Read MoreIncidents Reported in Heathcote
Incident 157 of 29 July At some point before 11.15am on 29 July, offenders broke into a new build property in Peabody Way, Heathcote by smashing through the front window. The offenders also smashed a rear window at the house but it is not clear if anything was stolen. Incident 197 of 29 July At…
Read MoreMessage From Warwickshire Fire & Rescue Team
Warwickshire Fire & Rescue message on deliberate fires and anti social behaviour is simple: if you see it, report it! Arson Reduction officer talks about how we’re tackling nuisance fires, and the help we need from our communities to do this #stoparson
Read MoreNew Campaign By Crimestoppers
Crimestoppers County Lines Campaign Launch A new campaign to raise awareness of ‘county lines’ serious and organised crime has reached Warwickshire, with the backing of the county’s Police and Crime Commissioner, Philip Seccombe.Independent charity Crimestoppers launched the national campaign last week, with an ad van touring the country to spread the message about how organised…
Read MoreAlert From Trading Standards
Doorstep Charity Collection Warning Nuneaton residents are warned to beware of doorstep charity collectors operating in the town who are reported to have pushed their way in to elderly people’s homes. One complaint related to a couple receiving a knock at the door from someone with poor English asking for a £10 donation for ‘disabled…
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