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Officers from Cheshire Constabulary’s Rural Crime Team arrest six people in connection with the theft of historic artefacts

Cheshire Constabulary

Wednesday, 16 March 2022

Officers from Cheshire Constabulary’s Rural Crime Team arrest six people in connection with the theft of historic artefacts

Officers from Cheshire Constabulary’s Rural Crime Team have arrested six people in connection with the theft of historic artefacts following a series of morning raids in Greater Manchester.

Driver arrested after crashing and abandoning car in the middle of the M1

Derbyshire Constabulary

Wednesday, 16 March 2022

Driver arrested after crashing and abandoning car in the middle of the M1

The unit tweeted: “Driver and passenger located using the capabilities of the Derbyshire rural crime team’s drone. Not drunk or drugged, just completely reckless. Reported to court.”

Appeal following theft of van in Cromer

Norfolk Constabulary

Wednesday, 16 March 2022

Appeal following theft of van in Cromer

Police are appealing for information after a van was stolen in Cromer on Wednesday (9 March 2022

Two burglaries have taken place in Crosthwaite at business premises.

Cumbria Constabulary

Wednesday, 16 March 2022

Two burglaries have taken place in Crosthwaite at business premises.

Local PCSO Jayne Park and Special Constable Caroline Powney are in the process of setting up a WhatsApp farmers group linked to a police radio, subject to vetting.

Van theft appeal, Weston Hills

Lincolnshire Police

Wednesday, 16 March 2022

Van theft appeal, Weston Hills

The van contained musical equipment and an electric mountain bike. This was reported to us at 1.46 am this morning.

“Give cycling dedicated space”: Readers react after dog walker blames “arrogant” cyclists for shared-use path collision

Wales - North Wales Police

Wednesday, 16 March 2022

“Give cycling dedicated space”: Readers react after dog walker blames “arrogant” cyclists for shared-use path collision

An 11-year-old springer spaniel lost its leg after it was struck by a cyclist, prompting calls to “consider others” while cycling alongside walkers – though some said shared-use paths “create too much conflict”

Police hunt driver who knocked cyclist off his bike on purpose

Gloucestershire Constabulary

Wednesday, 16 March 2022

Police hunt driver who knocked cyclist off his bike on purpose

Gloucestershire Police say rider may have knocked vehicle’s wing mirror beforehand

Police recover £1 million worth of stock from Sherburn after man steals trailer

North Yorkshire Police

Wednesday, 16 March 2022

Police recover £1 million worth of stock from Sherburn after man steals trailer

POLICE say £1 million worth of stock was recovered on Tuesday night after a man tried to steal a trailer using the lorry cab he was driving at the time.

Rise in caravan thefts in Warrington as two stolen in two days.

Cheshire Constabulary

Wednesday, 16 March 2022

Rise in caravan thefts in Warrington as two stolen in two days.

POLICE have issued a warning to caravan owners in Warrington to ensure they are afforded the maximum security available.

Over 260 offences detected as part of operation targeting HGVs

Norfolk Constabulary

Wednesday, 16 March 2022

Over 260 offences detected as part of operation targeting HGVs

Operation Tramline saw police provided with an HGV tractor unit by National Highways (formerly Highways England), which allowed officers to carry out patrols across the county’s strategic road network and focus on offences committed by lorry drivers.

CCTV appeal following commercial burglary in Bournemouth

Dorset Police

Wednesday, 16 March 2022

CCTV appeal following commercial burglary in Bournemouth

Police Constable India Russell, of Bournemouth police, said: “We are carrying out enquiries into this burglary and have obtained CCTV images of the suspects.

Rural domestic fuel tanks targeted by thieves as oil prices rocket.

Police Scotland

Wednesday, 16 March 2022

Rural domestic fuel tanks targeted by thieves as oil prices rocket.

As war continues to rage in Ukraine, criminals in Aberdeenshire are cashing in on high oil prices by targeting rural properties and siphoning domestic heating oil tanks.

County Durham crash leaves off-road biker with serious injuries

Durham Constabulary

Tuesday, 15 March 2022

County Durham crash leaves off-road biker with serious injuries

POLICE officers are investigating after an off-road bike rider was left with serious injuries after colliding with two vehicles on the outskirts of Durham City at the end of last week.

Theft from paddock in Ash, near Martock

Avon & Somerset Constabulary

Monday, 14 March 2022

Theft from paddock in Ash, near Martock

POLICE in South Somerset are appealing to the public to help make these stolen items "too hot to handle".

Cumbria Police step up patrols around Ulverston to combat rural crime

Cumbria Constabulary

Monday, 14 March 2022

Cumbria Police step up patrols around Ulverston to combat rural crime

The Ulverston Community Team has been busy with high-visibility mobile patrols while a long-term strategy to tackle the crimes-particularly illegal off-roading is formed.

How rural police used drones to locate Derbyshire raves on a busy Saturday night

Derbyshire Constabulary

Sunday, 13 March 2022

How rural police used drones to locate Derbyshire raves on a busy Saturday night

Birds & badgers that had been illegally shot were also located by the flying camera devices, while two suspects were found and detained by Derbyshire Roads Policing unit with assistance from Derbyshire Police Dogs Team.

Lancashire college team up with police to create groundbreaking virtual reality device to combat rural crime

Lancashire Constabulary

Friday, 11 March 2022

Lancashire college team up with police to create groundbreaking virtual reality device to combat rural crime

Myerscough College have teamed up with Lancashire Police to launch a ground-breaking new rural crime prevention tactic.

Land Rover Defender stolen from farm yard near Powys border

West Mercia Police

Wednesday, 9 March 2022

Land Rover Defender stolen from farm yard near Powys border

The theft at the farm in Norbury is the first reported theft in the Bishop’s Castle area.

Motorcycle Charity Steers Youngsters Away From Illegal Off Road Riding, Huddersfield

West Yorkshire Police

Wednesday, 9 March 2022

Motorcycle Charity Steers Youngsters Away From Illegal Off Road Riding, Huddersfield

The Huddersfield Neighbourhood Policing Team is supporting the work of Team KickStart in the Ashbrow Ward, which is approaching its first anniversary after launching last April to provide local teenagers with an outlet for their interest in bikes.

Witness appeal: Catalytic converter theft in Congresbury

Avon & Somerset Constabulary

Wednesday, 9 March 2022

Witness appeal: Catalytic converter theft in Congresbury

Avon & Somerset Police are appealing for information following a catalytic converter theft in Congresbury.

Powys councillor calls for police to crack down on Welshpool vandals

Wales - Dyfed-Powys Police

Wednesday, 9 March 2022

Powys councillor calls for police to crack down on Welshpool vandals

Maesydre playing fields was damaged by a stolen tractor, shop windows were smashed, cars damaged, and runners were abused on the local towpath.

JCB driver jailed for causing man's death

Lancashire Constabulary

Tuesday, 8 March 2022

JCB driver jailed for causing man's death

On Thursday, May 21st 2020 Anthony, a retired senior lecturer at Lancaster University went out for an afternoon ride on his Suzuki scooter in the Trough of Bowland.

He would sadly never make it home.

St Lawrence: Farmer thanks our rural engagement officers

Essex Police

Tuesday, 8 March 2022

St Lawrence: Farmer thanks our rural engagement officers

A farmer has thanked our rural engagement officers for their support after a man was fined for damaging his crops.

Three arrests as police tackle cross-border thieves in Powys

Wales - Dyfed-Powys Police

Tuesday, 8 March 2022

Three arrests as police tackle cross-border thieves in Powys

A JOINT police operation targeting rural crime on the Powys border last week resulted in the recovery of a stolen quad bike and the arrest of three males.

Advice On Farm Crime From Norfolk Constabulary

Norfolk Constabulary

Tuesday, 8 March 2022

Advice On Farm Crime From Norfolk Constabulary

You can reduce the risk of your farm being attacked by criminals by making sure you’ve taken these simple steps:

Jail sentence and criminal behaviour order for Bristol bike thief

Avon & Somerset Constabulary

Monday, 7 March 2022

Jail sentence and criminal behaviour order for Bristol bike thief

Ryan Hack, 21, was sentenced at Bristol Magistrates Court after being convicted of 10 offences committed over a three-month period.

New response team apprehend teens attempting to steal motorbike

Durham Constabulary

Monday, 7 March 2022

New response team apprehend teens attempting to steal motorbike

Officers just minutes into their shift apprehended three teenagers attempting to steal a motorbike in Bishop Auckland.

Over 300 offences detected during operation targeting HGVs

Suffolk Constabulary

Monday, 7 March 2022

Over 300 offences detected during operation targeting HGVs

Police in Suffolk stopped over 270 vehicles and detected more than 330 offences, after targeting drivers of Heavy Goods Vehicles (HGVs) as part of a week-long operation supported by National Highways

Warning following burglaries in Wisbech

Cambridgeshire Constabulary

Monday, 7 March 2022

Warning following burglaries in Wisbech

On six occasions, the offender has either smashed or forced windows or doors to gain entry to the property before stealing items including jewellery, bank cards and cash.

 Problem motorcyclists in Radlett and Borehamwood

Hertfordshire Constabulary

Monday, 7 March 2022

Problem motorcyclists in Radlett and Borehamwood

Officers from Hertsmere’s Safer Neighbourhood Team have been working with partner agencies to tackle motorcyclists riding their off-road bikes illegally on open land.

Residents urged to report nuisance vehicles

Durham Constabulary

Monday, 7 March 2022

Residents urged to report nuisance vehicles

The new Section 59 signs act as an automatic warning, meaning anyone found driving illegally will have their vehicle seized and have already proved effective with nine illegal vehicles including quad bikes and off-road bikes being taken off the streets in the last week alone.

Six arrested after major operation targeting theft and burglary

Bedfordshire Constabulary

Monday, 7 March 2022

Six arrested after major operation targeting theft and burglary

Six people have been arrested in connection with a series of theft and drug offences after a major operation in the early hours this morning (Tuesday) near Bedford.

Theft Of Land Rover & Dog. Police Appeal

Wales - Gwent Police

Saturday, 5 March 2022

Theft Of Land Rover & Dog. Police Appeal

We are appealing for information following the theft of a #LandRover Defender 90 (burgundy in colour).

Appeal after bike theft in Tredegar

Wales - Gwent Police

Saturday, 5 March 2022

Appeal after bike theft in Tredegar

Five bikes, worth £22,000 together, and a tyre were taken from a garage in Parkville on Saturday 12 February at around 11.00pm

Suspect Interviewed Following Quad Bike Theft

Wales - Gwent Police

Saturday, 5 March 2022

Suspect Interviewed Following Quad Bike Theft

Today we have interviewed a suspect found in possession of a #Quad stolen from a neighbouring force area.

Drivers with no insurance, overloaded vehicles and stolen camper vans among vehicles caught by police in Peterborough region.

Cambridgeshire Constabulary

Saturday, 5 March 2022

Drivers with no insurance, overloaded vehicles and stolen camper vans among vehicles caught by police in Peterborough region.

It wasn’t all bad news as officers also helped change a tyre for a driver who was stuck among the calls where their help was needed.

Crime prevention stepped up in rural areas to combat crime

Northamptonshire Police

Saturday, 5 March 2022

Crime prevention stepped up in rural areas to combat crime

Operation Motif is the Force’s response in tackling rural crime during the winter months and this year, crime prevention and neighbourhood policing officers have been proactively visiting farms and businesses to implement the tools required to catch the offenders.

Thames Valley Police launches Rural Crime Taskforce

Thames Valley Police

Saturday, 5 March 2022

Thames Valley Police launches Rural Crime Taskforce

'The taskforce will make the Thames Valley a hostile place for anyone looking to commit rural crime'

135 off-road vehicles seized over the last year in Gwent

Wales - Gwent Police

Saturday, 5 March 2022

135 off-road vehicles seized over the last year in Gwent

Officers have worked with Natural Resources Wales, landowners, local farmers and other partner agencies to target the illegal use of off-road vehicles.

Two men convicted of burglary and theft offences across the East Riding area

Humberside Police

Friday, 4 March 2022

Two men convicted of burglary and theft offences across the East Riding area

The convictions follow an investigation involving the Humberside Police Rural Task Force, community patrol officers and CID officers.

Officers investigating arson in Woodville release CCTV of moment car set on fire

Derbyshire Constabulary

Friday, 4 March 2022

Officers investigating arson in Woodville release CCTV of moment car set on fire

At the scene a Mercedes and an Audi were found to have been badly damaged. CCTV viewed by officers captured the moment that the offender, who is believed to have been riding a motorcycle, set the Mercedes alight, with the fire then spreading to the Audi.

Firefighters spearhead new multi-agency efforts to help farmers across Harborough combat arsonists and rural criminals

Leicestershire Police

Thursday, 3 March 2022

Firefighters spearhead new multi-agency efforts to help farmers across Harborough combat arsonists and rural criminals

"This free check will see us working together to give farmers advice on fire safety," said firefighters

Rural officers join forces to tackle high value machinery and agricultural thefts

Northumbria Police

Thursday, 3 March 2022

Rural officers join forces to tackle high value machinery and agricultural thefts

A network of rural policing specialists from around the UK are making strides in the fight against high-value machinery and agricultural thefts – recently seizing £100k of stolen equipment with help from Lithuanian colleagues.

Man found with £4,500 worth of stolen bikes stashed in his home jailed

Northumbria Police

Thursday, 3 March 2022

Man found with £4,500 worth of stolen bikes stashed in his home jailed

A man found with £4,500 worth of stolen bicycles stashed in his home has been jailed - after officers received a tip-off from the community.

Warning after 18 tool vans targeted overnight

Staffordshire Police

Thursday, 3 March 2022

Warning after 18 tool vans targeted overnight

Officers are urging tool van owners to secure their vehicles and remove valuables after a spate of thefts this week saw tools stolen.

Two Defribrillators Stolen In Shepton Mallet

Avon & Somerset Constabulary

Thursday, 3 March 2022

Two Defribrillators Stolen In Shepton Mallet

Sadly, two of our life-saving defibrillators were stolen and one vandalised in #Worle & #SheptonMallet at the weekend. This is completely #unacceptable, and they'll cost a lot to replace.

Appeal after £6,000 in catalytic converters stolen from business

Staffordshire Police

Thursday, 3 March 2022

Appeal after £6,000 in catalytic converters stolen from business

Officers are appealing for information after four catalytic convertors were stolen from an industrial premises in Cannock yesterday (2 March).

Orkney farmer’s death inquiry ends with cause of quad bike crash unknown

Police Scotland

Thursday, 3 March 2022

Orkney farmer’s death inquiry ends with cause of quad bike crash unknown

The cause of a quad bike crash that killed an Orkney farmer remains unexplained, a sheriff has determined during a Fatal Accident Inquiry.

Thieves who targeted Yorkshire Wolds farms caught trying to flee the country and jailed

Humberside Police

Thursday, 3 March 2022

Thieves who targeted Yorkshire Wolds farms caught trying to flee the country and jailed

Two brothers who stole from farms in the rural Yorkshire Wolds have been jailed after being caught trying to leave the country.

Land Rover Stolen In Shropshire

West Mercia Police

Thursday, 3 March 2022

Land Rover Stolen In Shropshire

This vehicle was stolen overnight in the Baschurch area in Shropshire. Please share and make it too hot to handle! Any sightings please call police and quote 00057 I 02032022.

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