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Police arrest one after temporary “stop and search” in Nantwich

Police arrested one person during their temporary “stop and search” powers in Nantwich – and have vowed to step up patrols in the town.

It comes after several reports that a gang of young males dressed all in black have been making threats to residents.

September 18, 2023
Crewe Police given more “stop and search” powers amid knife fears

Crewe Police given more “stop and search” powers amid knife fears

Police in Crewe have been given more powers to stop and search anyone they suspect of carrying a weapon.

It follows concerns raised by the community in the wake of knife-related incidents in the town.

March 14, 2019
Cheshire Police joins operation to tackle knife crime in the county

Cheshire Police joins operation to tackle knife crime in the county

Cheshire Police are working with partners as part of the national Operation Sceptre campaign to tackle knife crime.

It is a week of action that runs from March 11 to 17 and aims to reduce the impact of knife crime in communities.

March 11, 2019
Cheshire Police improves ‘Stop and Search’ after inspection

Cheshire Police improves ‘Stop and Search’ after inspection

Cheshire Police has improved its use of ‘Stop and Search’ after failing to comply with several features of the scheme.

Her Majesty’s Inspector of Constabulary carried out a revisit inspection into Cheshire’s “Best Use of Stop and Search” (BUSS) Scheme.

September 25, 2016