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Man charged with sexual assault in Hereford
12:31 08/09/2026Omer Farooq, of Teme Road in Worcester, has been charged with sexual assault on a female.
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New website launched to help communities be better prepared for emergencies
14:37 07/09/2026People across Herefordshire, Shropshire and Telford, and Worcestershire are being encouraged to take simple steps to prepare for emergencies with the launch of a new website from the West Mercia Local Resilience Forum (LRF).
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Warning to protect elderly and vulnerable people after courier fraud incidents
11:35 21/08/2026We are asking members of the public to look out for elderly or vulnerable family and friends and make sure they’re vigilant against courier fraud.
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Witness appeal after cyclist sustains serious injuries
10:43 18/08/2026We are appealing for witnesses following an incident near Holme Lacy where a cyclist has come off their bike and sustained serious injuries.
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WANTED: Jacob Telford
14:10 10/08/2026Can you help us find Jacob Telford who is wanted for breaching court bail?
Crimes
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Most commonly reported crimes during Jul 2026
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Public order
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Crime levels in your area
Crime for last year
Crime per Month
| Month | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 2025 | 297 | 8.8% |
| Sep 2025 | 279 | 8.3% |
| Oct 2025 | 316 | 9.3% |
| Nov 2025 | 285 | 8.4% |
| Dec 2025 | 298 | 8.8% |
| Jan 2026 | 284 | 8.4% |
| Feb 2026 | 244 | 7.2% |
| Mar 2026 | 278 | 8.2% |
| Apr 2026 | 249 | 7.4% |
| May 2026 | 259 | 7.7% |
| Jun 2026 | 302 | 8.9% |
| Jul 2026 | 290 | 8.6% |