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December 13, 2024

Extra officers to be on patrol across West Mercia this Christmas to 'ensure a safer night out'

Faces of people police want to help them with latest Telford shoplifting investigations

Police release CCTV picture of man who could help with enquiries into vandalism of Shrewsbury MP's office

'We went through hell - but we made sure Alexander Westwood won't rape again'

Telford man guilty of outraging public decency next to public pathway in Southwater in middle of the day

Man stole from M&S and WHSmith in Telford town centre to pay for drugs during 'blip' in addiction recovery

December 12, 2024

Police thank community for reporting £1.5m cannabis farm

Dyfed-Powys PCC launches 2025/26 precept consultation

'It has been an ongoing problem that is not going away' - Councillor frustrated after Market Drayton public toilets hit by more vandalism

North Shropshire|Dec 12

'I won't kill anyone, I've done it hundreds of times!' - What driver seen swerving in Shrewsbury told police

'Kick in the teeth' for Alexander Westwood's victims as rapist will spend Christmas a free man

'Stop it now!' Broseley residents demand action on vehicles left 'abandoned' in car park and damaged by vandals

Broseley|Dec 12

£50 rewards on offer for Telford and Wrekin residents who shop dog owners not clearing up their pets' mess

December 11, 2024

MP highlights need to tackle rural crime and antisocial behaviour

Stomach churning snaps from pervert Albrighton actor's Instagram strike different tone following conviction

Trio caught looking after £1.5m cannabis farm in abandoned Telford industrial unit are locked up

Smirking mug shot of serial sex offender actor Alex Westwood released by police

Police appeal after Bridgnorth home burgled and Volkswagen car stolen from driveway

Shropshire police officer sent Facebook friend request to revenge porn victim, misconduct trial told

Wellington man started cannabis farm in loft over his nieces' heads 'because it was cheaper than a dealer'

Rapist Albrighton actor Alexander Westwood lied to the bitter end - now his victims will see him sent down

Treasurer accused of stealing £170,000 from church and two Shropshire Scouts groups

Serial Shrewsbury shoplifter 'could be out of jail after serving less than half sentence'

Shrewsbury judge apologises to man accused of nine counts of rape as he sets trial date in June 2026

Shrewsbury|Dec 11

December 10, 2024

Lying police officer's actions were 'deplorable' says deputy chief constable

Man flees police in Wellington leaving E-Scooter and Greggs lunch behind

Albrighton actor found guilty of all 26 sex crimes including rape

'He abused his power for his own gratification' - Police watchdog condemns PC jailed for inappropriate contact

West Mercia Police officer, 40, jailed for ending assault investigation into sex worker he slept with

Public toilets in North Shropshire town targeted by vandals again after plans submitted for renovations

Vehicle with no MOT or insurance seized by police in Oswestry and loaded onto a truck

Motorist, 71, who used mobile phone while driving pick-up truck is landed with hefty court costs

Woman caused £4,200 damage at WH Smith, assaulted policeman and damaged door at force's Telford HQ

Veteran Shropshire Conservative councillor died in a drug dealer's home

December 9, 2024

'Remain vigilant': This is why Telford police issue alert in The Nedge

Rhayader Town Council supports call for CCTV in the town

Tools were taken from two vehicles in a break-in over the weekend

'Victims must stand together' woman says as Wolverhampton man sent down for assault in Shropshire

Local Hubs|Dec 9

December 8, 2024

Praise for victim after her attacker is jailed for sexual offences

£250 Boss coat, underwear and breakfast cereal among haul stolen by Telford shoplifting pair

22 of the worst crimes seen in Shropshire and Telford over the month of November

December 7, 2024

Paedophile father-of-four threw mug in anger after cops swooped to arrest him for sick abuse videos

Violent Shrewsbury abuser jailed after kicking woman so hard she is now forced to wear nappies

Lengthy road ban and hefty fine for Telford driver caught in job centre car park after taking cannabis

December 6, 2024

Scrooge's grave is back - Shrewsbury's landmark returns to churchyard

'Sex crime victims can have confidence': Police reaction to jailing of 82-year-old Shrewsbury rapist

Telford drink driver who crashed high-powered Audi after birthday brunch beers makes 'hit-and-run' victim claim

Paedophile pensioner told to prepare for prison after admitting sex assaults on girl in Telford in the 1980s

December 5, 2024

Shropshire MP's town centre office targeted with black paint by vandal

Market Drayton shop ordered to pay over £4,000 for vapes offences

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