Officers from Redditch Safer Neighbourhood Team have returned property stolen from town retailers following a shoplifting gang being caught, charged and pleading guilty.

Read more here ➡️ orlo.uk/XvJ86

I am so pleased to see the launch of 'walk and talk' initiative in North Worcestershire. It's right that I point out that this is due to the hardwork, dedication and commitment shown by DC Natalie Welch our VAWG officer.

Emergency services are currently at the scene a serious collision on Alvechurch Highway in Redditch.

The collision happened at around 2.30pm near Abbey Trading Centre. We're advising drivers find an alternative route as the road expected to be closed for some time.

Happy St George's day to everyone celebrating across the West Mercia area today. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

The latest version of 'Policing matters' by Supt Mel Paley has just gone to print 🖨.

It's all about tackling community based crime like:

🚗 Car key burglary and keyless thefts.
💊 Drugs Supply
🛒🛍 Business Crime
🛣 Safer Roads.

redditchstandard.co.uk/news/policing-…

This week - #JoinForcesAgainstStalking - take a look below....

CHARGED | Vi Le Quoc Ui, 24, and Hieu Minh Eo, 41, both of no fixed abode, have been charged with production of a class B drug.

The charges are in relation to the discovery of a cannabis farm in Redditch on Thursday 18 April 2024.

They have both been remanded in custody.

#OpEnzyme | We have seen a recent rise in the number of thefts of Toyota CHR and Jaguar F-Pace cars across the Redditch district.

❗ If you have a keyless vehicle, we urge you to consider using a Thatcham approved steering lock and Faraday bag for any keys.

This weeks surgeries in Hagley & Rubery;

⭐ Tuesday 23rd April - Cofton Village Hall, 1 Village Hall Way, B45 8PD between 5pm - 6pm
⭐ Wednesday 24th April - Rubery Police Station, 164 New Rd, Rubery, Birmingham B45 9JA between 6pm – 7pm

Had a few to drink last night, you may still be over the limit this morning #Dontriskit
morning-after.org.uk/?page_id=82

A great example of using all our powers and those of the courts to address slavery and human trafficking. This can happen within any community. If you spot something suspicious, call the police or report to Crimestoppers .

Our ‘Heritage Watch’ volunteer, Bill, has been out and about again visiting locations that may be vulnerable to heritage related crime . Avoncroft Museum have joined the scheme.

ℹ️ For more information on Heritage Watch please take a look at: orlo.uk/5shtg

An amazing piece of work by Sgt David Roberts and Redditch SNTs in addressing drugs supply within Redditch.
westmercia.police.uk/news/west-merc…

Most people know it makes sense to stay alcohol free when driving.

Following a national survey 91% agreed drink driving was unacceptable.

Don’t be the minority letting the side down

#DriveDrinkFree
#OpLimit
#FatalFour

A man has been arrested after a robbery at a convenience store in Hagley.

On Monday morning (15 April), police received a report a man had gone into the Spar on Worcester Road.

Read more: orlo.uk/mOWwT

I am very proud of the work of Pete Martin who delivers with passion, dedication and commitment. This no doubt reduces the impact of knife crime within our areas. Well done Pete!

This weeks surgeries in Hagley & Rubery;

⭐ Mon 15th April - Cofton Village Hall, 1 Village Hall Way between 6pm - 7pm
⭐Fri 19th April - Rubery Police Station, 164 New Rd, Rubery between 10am – 11am
⭐Sun 21st April - Lickey Hills Visitor Centre between 1pm - 2pm

Another great example of our joint partnership work which is leading to effective results.

westmercia.police.uk/news/west-merc…

Wishing everyone a peaceful Eid with your friends and family #Eidmubarak2024

On Monday, PC Wills and PC Majeed from A Shift patrol, were in Hagley to provide information to residents on home and car security as part of #OpEnzyme . ‘No Cold Caller’ stickers to residents, to display in front doors and windows as a means of deterrent.