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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Following the flash flood in the Rasuwa district and the Nepal-China border area on 26 August, the Nepalese government has established a toll-free emergency Nepalese language number (1234), and a dedicated hotline (1144) accessible in Nepal. If you're affected and need assistance from the UK government, call:
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Issue - Drugs :
You said; This is a priority for the next 3 months based on resident feedback, crime data and ongoing local concerns.
Issued 01 July 2026
We will:
• Conduct regular high visibility patrols around areas of heightened concern
• Disrupt vehicles and individuals involved in drug offences
• Publish good news stories on social media platforms
We did:
We have conducted multiple patrols in our affected areas, gathering intelligence which where appropriate is being shared with relevant partners. We have managed to ensure one person was evicted to reduce drug problems. Further cases are currently being built against others.
Several vehicles have been seized, which have had links to properties involved in drugs, and this has been shared on social media where possible.
Actioned 26 July 2026
Issue : Anti Social Behaviour
You said; This is a priority for the next 3 months based on resident feedback, crime data and ongoing local concerns.
Issued 01 July 2026
We will:
• Conduct high visibility patrols of areas of heightened concern
• Deal robustly with those suspected of causing Anti Social Behaviour
• Conduct further Neighbourhood Matters surveys to identify areas of focus
We did:
2 people have recently been convicted of anti social driving offences.
We continue to undertake high visibility patrols of ASB hotspots, working with partner agencies where required.
Actioned 26 July 2026
Issue: Speeding
You said; This is a priority for the next 3 months based on resident feedback, crime data and ongoing local concerns.
Issued 01 July 2026
We will:
• Conduct Speed surveys and enforcement in areas highlighted as a concern
• Make use of available legislation to educate and enforce offenders
We Did:
Speed enforcement operations have been carried out in Stone, Cookley and Wolverley.
Actioned 26 July 2026