More than 230 people were arrested in Crewe and Nantwich during Cheshire Police’s festive period crackdown, figures show.
Across the county, the force made more than 1,900 arrests with 232 in the Crewe Local Policing Unit area which covers Nantwich.
Arrests were for a range of offences, including assault, drink and drug driving and theft.
The Christmas crackdown took place between December 1st 2025 and January 1st 2026.
They said “targeted patrols, proactive enforcement and partnership working formed a key part of the Constabulary’s operational approach, particularly within the night-time economy”.
There was roadside breath and drug testing, incidents of violence, and safeguarding of vulnerable people.
There was a number of arrests and charges made for domestic abuse offences, which commonly rise during the festive and New Year periods.
In total, roadside breath and drug testing resulted in 246 people arrested – 90 for drink driving, 151 for drug driving and five for failing to provide.
The Rural Crime team seized stolen vehicles worth around £50,000 after an intelligence-led, cross-border investigation in Shropshire.
Between Monday December 22nd and Sunday January 4th, Cheshire Police say response times saw 93% of Grade 1 calls being reached in 15 minutes, and 91% of Grade 2 calls being attended within an hour.
Cheshire Police Chief Inspector Jamie Lewis said: “Christmas is always one of the busiest times of year for policing, and our officers and staff worked incredibly hard to keep people safe so they could enjoy the festivities with their family and friends.
“Despite the volume of arrests, the majority of people enjoyed the festive period responsibly and without incident.
“Officers will remain committed to taking action against those who put others at risk and to keeping Cheshire a safe place to live, work and visit throughout the year.”
lol! Shame they can’t do this all year round, rather than telling us how effective they are for a few days over Christmas!