West Mercia Supports National Distraction Burglary Campaign

Burglars who trick their way into houses and target the elderly and vulnerable are the targets of a national police campaign which is being backed by West Mercia Police. ‘Not sure? Don't open the door!' is the message at its heart.

Do You Know A Young Person Who Makes A Difference?

West Mercia Police is keen to hear about young people making the difference in their communities as it begins the search for the Young Good Citizen of 2010. Nominations for this year's awards are now open.

Evesham Bookmaker Robber Caught And Jailed Thanks To Latest Technology

Steven Paul Corby, 31, was caught by West Mercia Police detectives using the latest body mapping technology. He was sentenced for armed robbery and handling stolen goods at Liverpool Crown Court on Friday 26 February following an earlier guilty plea.

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Every force now has a target to raise public confidence in the way that the police and local councils are dealing with the anti-social behaviour and crime issues that matter locally. Find out more about how confident people are in your area by reading the results of our surveys.

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Welcome to West Mercia Police

Here at West Mercia Police, we are proud of our record of reducing crime and helping to make Herefordshire, Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin and Worcestershire some of the safest places in the country to live, work and visit.

Through our website, we aim to tell you more about our mission of serving, protecting and making the difference in our communities.  Inside you can discover just some of the innovative ways we are reducing crime and bringing offenders to justice, as well as find details of local policing in your area and how you can involve yourself in building a safe community for all.

Chief Constable Paul West

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