Crime in Cheshire has fallen by 5% in the past year, according to latest figures. And the chances of becoming a victim of crime are at their lowest since 1990, say the British Crime Survey statistics.
Car crooks have targeted nine unlocked vehicles in Wistaston in the past few weeks, police said. And motorists are being warned to lock their vehicles as thefts from unlocked cars continue to rise.
A man has been charged with murder following the death of a man found with a stab wound in Wistaston Road, Crewe. Paul Ward, 26, of Alton Street, Crewe, will appear before South Cheshire Magistrates tomorrow (January 7).
A man found with stab wounds after an incident on Wistaston Road in Crewe, has died. Police cordoned off the busy street after reports of a stabbing incident, and found a 26-year-old with serious wounds.
Nantwich residents can quiz the new Cheshire Police and Crime Commissioner when he tours the county this month. John Dwyer, former Crewe & Nantwich Borough councillor, will be holding public surgeries inviting the public to attend and air their views about policing.
Cheshire’s new Police and Crime Commissioner for Cheshire has vowed to crackdown on the county’s 100 most prolific offenders. Former Crewe & Nantwich councillor John Dwyer says he will chair a multi-agency partnership to fight repeat criminals.
Motorists in Nantwich were given a stark reminder of the dangers of drink-driving when a mangled car was displayed in the town. This vehicle, dubbed the “Think” car, was donated to police by the family of 21-year-old Matthew Wilson who died after hitting a tree on a rural Cheshire road.
Residents in Nantwich are being urged to brighten up their homes during dark winter nights. Police chiefs say householders should make their homes look “lived in” to avoid being victim to opportunist thieves.
Eleven licensed premises in Nantwich have now signed up to Cheshire Police’s Arc Angel scheme. The initiative aims to tackle alcohol-related crime in the town, and police are keen for Nantwich to be promoted as a “protected town”.
A teenage boy from Nantwich was targeted by a thief and had his wallet stolen as he travelled on a train with friends. British Transport Police have now released this CCTV image of a woman they want to question about the incident.
Olympic medallist Beth Tweddle was among high-profile guests celebrating the 14th year of the High Sheriff′s charity Crimebeat. Crimebeat works with young people′s groups across the Cheshire to improve the environment and reduce crime.
Nantwich Police officers showed support for the fight to stop violence against women by tying a white ribbon outside their station. White ribbons were on display outside all Cheshire Police stations to mark a national awareness day (November 25).
The new Police and Crime Commissioner for Cheshire has vowed to deliver his manifesto after being elected. Nantwich-based John Dwyer, a former Assistant Chief Constable, has promised to stick to the pledges made during his election campaign.
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