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Shoplifter given tougher restrictions following further offences
13:54 23/10/2026A prolific Telford shoplifter has had additional conditions added to his Criminal Behaviour Order (CBO) after being found guilty of further offences.
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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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Man charged with robbery and burglary
09:01 28/08/2026A man has been charged in connection with an armed robbery in Wellington, a commercial burglary in Wellington and a knifepoint robbery in Albrighton.
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Man identified to help with enquiries following collision in Wellington
12:10 05/08/2026The man officers believe could help with enquiries into a collision in Wellington yesterday (Tuesday 4 August) has been identified.
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Man sentenced for driving dumper truck into house
13:44 19/06/2026A man has been sentenced after he drove a stolen dumper truck into a house in Telford, causing extensive damage all while under the influence of cocaine.
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There have been multiple reports from residents regarding vehicles speeding within the local area.
Action taken:
Conduct targeted speed enforcement at the times and locations identified by residents.
Deploy a Speed Indication Device (SID) or mobile speed-monitoring equipment to gather evidence of the scale of the problem.
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There have been concerns raised by businesses within the area regarding anti-social behaviour.
Action taken:
- Conduct targeted high-visibility patrols at the times and locations where ASB is occurring.
- Engage with affected businesses to gather detailed information and identify repeat offenders.
- Review CCTV opportunities and encourage businesses to report incidents promptly.
- Use dispersal powers, Community Protection Warnings/Notices, or other appropriate legislation where thresholds are met.