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January 27, 2025

Police precept to rise by 8.6 per cent

January 26, 2025

Telford grooming gang survivor reveals shock as rapist up for parole

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Police and Crime Commissioner Dafydd Llywelyn to Host 9th St David’s Day Conference on Evidence-Based Policing

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January 25, 2025

Man 'distracted staff' before taking cash from till in Shrewsbury charity shop

Police got tape measure out to fine a driver blocking view at junction

Dyfed Powys Police joins forces with Cwm Environmental to safely dispose of seized knives

'Arrogant' physiotherapist sexually assaulted patient who came to him for help with knee pain

January 24, 2025

Police release latest photos of people of interest in Telford shoplifting investigations

Football supporter sorry for ‘upset and anger’ caused by Hillsborough post after West Bromwich Albion fan died

Telford murder trial: Friend 'heard multiple gunshots' as rapper was shot dead in car seat in front of him

January 23, 2025

Homeless woman taken in by 'vulnerable' Telford man subjected him to reign of violence, abuse and control

Fraud probes into Powys council staff can look for historic evidence

Two men have appeared in court following an attempted murder in Llandrindod Wells.

Star Comment: The tragic irony of knife crime in the West Midlands

January 22, 2025

‘Lovely and bright’ 12-year-old boy stabbed to death in Birmingham is named by police

Police appeal to help catch Telford bin thieves - bins thrown off bridges and onto frozen water

Teenager arrested over boy’s death also being held for assault on woman

Two men charged by police following disorder at Shrewsbury Town v Wrexham match

A Llandrindod Wells man will have to observe a curfew for eight weeks after being found guilty of assaulting an emergency worker.

Police conduct covert checks at Shropshire hotels in operation to prevent child sexual exploitation

Police appeal to Broseley residents for info after dump truck stolen in Herefordshire is dumped near pub

'He was very good, or very close' - Gun expert says marksman fired six shots in six seconds to kill rapper outside Telford gym

Man killed in five-vehicle crash on A5 was rear-seat passenger, inquest hears

January 21, 2025

Body of man discovered in Oswestry

Police clock motorist driving at 55mph in 30mph zone in speed enforcement operation near Oswestry

Proposed police precept to be scrutinised by Dyfed Powys Police and Crime Panel

January 20, 2025

Banned: Man who 'terrorised' people on a Telford high street and threatened staff

Police warning after rogue trader causes distress to elderly residents in South Shropshire village

Stolen digger found in Broseley woodland and returned to owner

'He is embarrassed and ashamed' - Shrewsbury man began downloading indecent images after death of partner, court hears

Telford sex offender spared jail after hiding criminal history from new partner and her children

Shrewsbury M&S burglar jailed and ordered to pay hundreds in compensation

January 19, 2025

West Mercia Police issues warning about 'parking notice' issued in Telford

Drivers caught driving in excess of speed limit along a road in Wellington

January 18, 2025

Illegal puppy farmer who sold sick dogs to families avoids jail despite missing trial and being on the run for three years

Long road ban for Shropshire drink driver, 33, who was caught in Audi while twice the limit

Shoplifter stole steaks, toothbrushes and perfume from service station and stores across Shropshire

Shropshire motorist, 60, admits crashing into Range Rover and failing to stop for police

January 17, 2025

Judge decides fate of pit bull that bit police officer

Telford rogue landlord gets £7,000 court bill for ignoring council requests to maintain properties

Police share photos of people they want to speak to over latest Telford shoplifting cases including £600 toy shop theft

Stolen quad bike recovered and 'several' drivers handed tickets in Telford police road safety operation

Police step up patrols following racist graffiti in Bridgnorth

Telford rape gang inquiry chair to help develop similar investigations in other British towns, says Home Secretary

Pupils warned off cannabis and illegal vapes by police visit to Bridgnorth school

January 16, 2025

West Mercia Police officer sacked for using police computer to look up friends and associates

Burglars steal wiring worth £10,000 from building under construction near Ludlow

Burglars steal 30 gallons of red diesel plus battery from tractor in south Shropshire

Police and Crime Commissioner welcomes Government increase in firearms licensing fees

Police appeal for witnesses after wallet stolen in 'distraction theft' in Albrighton