Today officers located a number of wanted persons who were difficult to locate. Carried out an arrest on behalf of South Yorkshire Police, ensuring the male was located and detained, preventing any disappearance. Finishing with a male in a MH crisis who was taken to hospital.

Lewis and Paul - one of our Darlington Specials stopped a drug driver in possession of cannabis and MDMA. Another driver taken off the road preventing injury to himself or the public.

Today one of our probationers attended the scene, made the arrest and interviewed the suspect for domestic assault for the first time. Good learning curve and a great job protecting Darlington’s most vulnerable! Well done #9113

Today officers arrested a male for a malicious communications offence, interviewed him and recieved a full admission. This male recognised his error and will attend offender meetings providing help to prevent re-offending.

Last night officers made arrests for domestic assaults and drunk and disorderly. Later two friends of 20 years chose to fight at the side of the police vehicle. These male were given time to reflect on their friendship in the cells for public order offences.

A busy day! First thing officers located a male who was outstanding for aggravated burglary. Further arrests for public order, multiple theft and possession of a bladed article.

Last night a male was arrested and reported for failing to provide, when officers suspected he was drinking whilst under the influence of alcohol. The male ended up in hospital, fortunately his passengers left the scene without injury. Please don’t take the risk! #drivesober

Last night officers made different arrests for assault, breach of bail and stalking. All offences were domestic related, where officers took positive action to protect the communities most vulnerable.

Over the last few days, officers have made a large number of arrests, for fail to appear, ABH, affray, breach of bail and TWOC. Some with multiple offenders involved. Fortunately this week we have two new probationers to help D relief, with protecting Darlington!

Last night officers dealt with an variety of assaults, public order, drunk and disorderly and criminal damage offences leading to arrests. One male thought he could force his way into the police station by causing damage. He did force his way in... into a cell for the night. 🤷🏼

Whilst out and about today, Officers received goods from closing national organisations. Officers really appreciate the gifts allowing us to stock up on tea and coffee for whatever response the public requires us to deliver. Thank you for the continued support!

During isolation please keep track on your children and their internet and social media use. We are protecting our most vulnerable by staying home... don’t forget those within your home. See our website for further information. durham.police.uk/Information-an…

An officer stated in the report room. What “Unexpected loveliness” to the Darlington based Chinese who fed two shifts tonight. I would have added an image of the mountain of food received, but it was eaten in an instant. Thank you to the local business + everyone for your support

Officers received further thanks from a member of the public today. Thank you for your continued support! The communities supports is always appreciated from everyone at Darlington. Stay safe!

20:00 hrs - Officers showed their support for the NHS! We are grateful for their hard work and dedication! Stay safe everyone!

We would like to say a MASSIVE THANK YOU to SC Jackson. He is one of us, a D relief officer. He sent pizzas for the shift last night. SC Jackson is a valued member of our team, he volunteers large amounts of his time for free but sent us food. 👏👏 Durham Special Constabulary

Officers arrested a male who breached his Domestic Violence court order today. He will remain with us until he attends court on Monday. Isolation is challenging for many but during this difficult period we will continue to support everyone always! #keepsafe

Tonight officers enjoyed a delightful paella from a local business. As always we are so thankful for everyone’s support. We can almost feel the Spanish sun! ☀️ #staysafe

This weekend Officers protected a vulnerable male leading to the arrest of a female who was remanded for court on Monday. Charges of burglary, ABH and fraud by false representation were issued by the CPS. Great job by one of the shift’s probationers!

#Darlington is to enter #covidtier3 - please consider what can and can't be done. Respect the rules. Together we can defeat the virus.