Crime

Drivers stopped as police focus on safety near schools and playgrounds

POLICE have been out on the streets of Larkhill and Bulford this week with a clear message for drivers…

Registration plates taken in overnight theft

POLICE are investigating a series of thefts and attempted thefts that took place in Shrewton. Front and rear registration plates…

Wiltshire PCC warns residents shouldn’t pay for ‘national crime epidemics’

WILTSHIRE’S Police and Crime Commissioner has warned that residents should not be left to pick up the bill for…

Man left with serious facial injuries after pub incident

POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a man in his 40s suffered serious facial injuries in Salisbury. Shortly before 11pm…

Police thank communities in Christmas message

WILTSHIRE Police has released an open letter from Supt James Brain and Supt Mike Vass ahead of Christmas. It said:…

Police foot patrols stepped up over Christmas

POLICE in Salisbury have been patrolling the city’s retailers to raise awareness of shoplifting. PC Payne and officers from Salisbury…

New policing hub will “provide welcome reassurance while improving community safety”

PARISH councillors have welcomed the announcement that Wiltshire Police will establish a Southern Police Hub at Old Sarum saying…

Drink driver leaves road and collides with tree after wedding

POLICE have been highlighting ongoing national campaign Operation Limit to tackle drink and drug driving. Officers were called to the…

Police operation tackles city centre retail crime and antisocial behaviour

OFFICERS have carried out several patrols in Salisbury during the first two weeks of December as part of an…

Taxi marshals boost city centre safety during festive period

TAXI marshals have been deployed in Salisbury over the festive period to help people get home safely and support…