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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
Police praise Nantwich public after missing child alert

Police praise Nantwich public after missing child alert

Police have praised Nantwich Food Festival goers who sprung into action when a young child went missing during the packed event.

The incident happened during the busiest day of the festival on Saturday.

September 6, 2024
Motorist injured after A49 smash at Tarporley

Motorist injured after A49 smash at Tarporley

A motorist was injured after a two-vehicle crash closed the busy A49 in Tarporley.

Fire crews, police and paramedics were called to the scene on Forest Road at around 7.40am yesterday (May 22).

May 23, 2024
Police rescue man running into traffic in Nantwich

Police rescue man running into traffic in Nantwich

Police had to rescue a man from serious injury amid reports he was “running in and out of traffic” in Nantwich town centre.

The incident happened earlier today around 8.30am in the main High Street area of the town.

May 2, 2024
LETTER: Police vehicles parking on double yellow lines

LETTER: Police vehicles parking on double yellow lines

Dear Editor,
Two police vehicles were parked on double yellow lines outside Crewe Police Station on Thursday morning.

I emailed the Chief Constable to ask for a response.

April 20, 2024
Heightened police presence ahead of Crewe Alex v Wrexham game

Heightened police presence ahead of Crewe Alex v Wrexham game

Police say they are boosting presence significantly in Crewe and Nantwich tomorrow ahead of the Crewe Alex v Wrexham match.

They say “additional measures have been put in place to ensure the safety of all those attending”.

April 19, 2024
Armed police carry out dramatic raid on Nantwich house

Armed police carry out dramatic raid on Nantwich house

Armed police and dog teams were seen raiding a house in Nantwich amid dramatic scenes last night.

It happened on Davenport Avenue at around 9pm when police cordoned off the road at the Barony Park end and Manor Road end.

March 9, 2024
Winter hits Nantwich with snow and ice – PICTURES

Winter hits Nantwich with snow and ice – PICTURES

Thousands of South Cheshire residents woke up to a blanket of snow today as the first chill of Winter hit the region.

Although not as hard hit as other areas of England, the area has experienced sub zero temperatures for several days.

December 3, 2023
Cheshire Police volunteer officers to carry Tasers

Cheshire Police volunteer officers to carry Tasers

Volunteer police officers in Cheshire are being given the option to be equipped with Tasers.

Cheshire Police is set to become the first Home Office police force in the North West to equip its volunteer officers with the weapons.

November 3, 2023
Police given extra stop and search powers in Nantwich after incidents

Police given extra stop and search powers in Nantwich after incidents

Police officers in Nantwich have been given more powers to stop and search anyone they suspect of carrying a weapon, it emerged today.

It follows a number of incidents over the past week of threats and criminal damage in the town, mainly involving youths.

September 17, 2023
Police probe alleged hit and run on Nantwich road

Police probe alleged hit and run on Nantwich road

Police are probing an apparent hit and run incident which has left a man with serious head injuries.

The incident happened last night on London Road in Nantwich, close to the junction with Jackson Avenue.

September 9, 2023
Town square bike yobs are being hunted, say Nantwich police

Town square bike yobs are being hunted, say Nantwich police

Police say they are on the hunt for young yobs who have terrorised families on Nantwich town square over the past few weeks.

But officers say they need more people to lodge official reports to provide more evidence.

April 20, 2023
Some police officers quitting after just 12 months, says Cheshire PCC

Some police officers quitting after just 12 months, says Cheshire PCC

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Some police officers quit after 12 months because they don’t realise the job involves working nights or dealing with dead bodies, a Cheshire police boss said.

Cheshire Police and Crime Commissioner John Dwyer said he wasn’t aware of it happening locally, but he had been told that was the case by other forces.

March 20, 2023