Incident

Car ends on roof in serious accident in Nantwich

Car ends on roof in serious accident in Nantwich

A car flipped and landed on its roof in a serious crash on Middlewich Road in Nantwich earlier today.

The accident happened at around 3am and fire crews were called out to help cut the driver free from the wreckage.

October 6, 2024
Audlem Fire Station broken into for second time

Audlem Fire Station broken into for second time

Police are probing a second break in at Audlem Fire Station.

It’s believed high value equipment used for emergencies was stolen from the building on Shropshire Street, on Tuesday.

October 4, 2024
Lorry recovered and lanes reopen on M6 in Cheshire

Lorry recovered and lanes reopen on M6 in Cheshire

The M6 northbound in Cheshire is fully open again after a serious crash involving an HGV which plunged 60ft off the main carriageway.

The vehicle fell off the motorway in heavy rain near Thelwall Viaduct between junction 20 and 21 at around 6.50pm last night (September 30).

October 1, 2024
Flood warning issued for River Weaver in Nantwich

Flood warning issued for River Weaver in Nantwich

A Flood Warning has been issued for the section of River Weaver at Shrewbridge Lodge in Nantwich.

The Environment Agency says rising river levels are expected to cause flooding into today (October 1) until 10am.

October 1, 2024
Car fire closes A500 Shavington Bypass near Nantwich

Car fire closes A500 Shavington Bypass near Nantwich

A car burst into flames on the busy A500 Shavington Bypass near Nantwich, forcing it to close.

The incident happened close to the Station Pilot roundabouts at around 10.20am yesterday (September 21).

September 22, 2024
Man sped at 90mph before killing friend on way to Nantwich Jazz Festival

Man sped at 90mph before killing friend on way to Nantwich Jazz Festival

A man speeding at up to 90mph towards Nantwich Jazz Festival, crashed into a tree killing one friend and seriously injuring three others.

Finley Wood, 21, has been jailed for 10 years after admitting causing the crash on the A525 near Combermere.

September 20, 2024
Police issue further appeal over Jonty Evans death

Police issue further appeal over Jonty Evans death

Officers investigating the death of Nantwich teenager Jonty Evans are appealing for further information and CCTV footage as the inquiry continues.

Jonty, 16, was reported missing by his family on Saturday 31 August.

September 19, 2024
Motorcyclist seriously injured in Hatherton road crash with branch

Motorcyclist seriously injured in Hatherton road crash with branch

A motorcyclist was seriously injured when he crashed after colliding with a fallen branch on a busy road near Nantwich.

The accident happened on the A529 Audlem Road in Hatherton at 7.15am today (Monday 16 September).

September 16, 2024
Family of tragic Nantwich teenager Jonty Evans pay tribute to 16-year-old

Family of tragic Nantwich teenager Jonty Evans pay tribute to 16-year-old

The family of Nantwich teenager Jonty Evans who was found dead in the River Weaver earlier this month have paid tribute to him.

The 16-year-old was reported missing by his family on Saturday 31 August from the Mill Island/Waterlode area.

September 16, 2024
Teenagers not connected to Jonty Evans death, say police

Teenagers not connected to Jonty Evans death, say police

Two teenagers arrested by detectives probing the death of Nantwich boy Jonty Evans say they are not connected with the incident.

The two 16-year-olds, from Crewe, who cannot be named for legal reasons, were initially arrested on September 5 on suspicion of section 47 assault.

September 13, 2024
Police probing Jonty Evans death issue second appeal for CCTV

Police probing Jonty Evans death issue second appeal for CCTV

Police investigating the death of Nantwich teenager Jonty Evans have issued another appeal for further information and CCTV footage.

Jonty, 16, was reported missing by his family on Saturday 31 August from the Nantwich area.

September 12, 2024
Two teenagers arrested over assault following death of Jonty Evans

Two teenagers arrested over assault following death of Jonty Evans

Two teenagers have been arrested following the death of 16-year-old Jonty Evans in Nantwich.

The teenagers, from Crewe, were arrested on suspicion of section 47 assault (ABH).

September 11, 2024
Police crackdown on shoplifting in Crewe and Nantwich

Police crackdown on shoplifting in Crewe and Nantwich

Six more people have been charged or sentenced for shoplifting offences in Nantwich and Crewe as part of a police crackdown.

Officers from Crewe Local Policing Unit are working with businesses in the area to identify offenders and ensure they are held accountable for their actions.

September 10, 2024