Weekly Fraud Update from West Mercia Police – Economic Crime Unit – 26/05/2026
Whilst people increasingly use the Internet as a marketplace to book their holidays, at the same time fraudsters and criminals are also ready to jump in an exploit this marketplace with fraudulent offers and deals, read more click the link
Theft of Motor Vehicle 21/05/2026
West Mercia Police are appealing for your help following the theft of a grey short wheel base Land Rover, part registration number **** UJD from CHURCH ROAD, NEWCASTLE, SHROPSHIRE, SY7 8QL to read more click the link
Weekly Fraud update from West Mercia police – Economic Crime Unit – 19/05/2026
Student Fraud, rental fraud, HMRC scams and more to find out more click the link above
Road users urged to stay alert 12.05.2026
As we enjoy the longer, lighter days, we’re reminding all road users to stay alert — especially early in the morning and later in the evening. These are high‑risk times for wildlife activity and with much of our area being rural, the chances of encountering animals on the road increase significantly. click the link for more info.
Stay alert: romance fraud cost UK victims £102M last year. 06.05.2026
Victims of romance fraud lost more than £102 million last year, as criminals continue to exploit online relationships to manipulate people into transferring money click the link to read more.
Have you been a victim of crime in the past five years? 24/04/2026
Have you been a victim of crime in the past five years? Whether you reported the crime to the police or chose not to, the Victims’ Commissioner would like to hear from you. Click the link above to contribute.
Policing infrastructure used to strengthen services that save lives 13/04/2026
Police base used to support life-saving work of Blood Bike charity, click the link to read more
West Mercia Police – Economic Crime Unit – Weekly Fraud update – 31/03/2026
KEEPING OLDER PERSONS SAFE ONLINE
Whilst the world of the Internet offers great opportunities for young and old alike, it also presents many risks. Last week we looked at keeping younger people safe online, but older people are equally, if not more, susceptible to Fraud. A recent crime survey stated that more than a fifth of respondents aged 65 years and over had been a victim of fraud in the last year.
Weekly Fraud Update from West Mercia Police – Economic Crime Unit – 03/03/2026
ARE YOUR CHILDREN SAFE ONLINE?
Whilst the world of the Internet offers great opportunities for young and old alike, it also presents many risks. Children face multiple threats on-line including cyber bullying, sexual exploitation, invasion of privacy issues and other harmful content. The introduction of AI exacerbates the risks by introducing content based on their searches and profile content. Click the link above to view the news update.
Weekly Fraud Update from West Mercia Police – Economic Crime Unit – 24/02/2026
Criminals have also seized on an opportunity and made use of WhatsApp as a vehicle to defraud unsuspecting victims for several years now. The commonest fraud recently has probably been the “Hi, Mum/Dad” message. Fraudsters have also made use of WhatsApp as a Dating App by contacting victims out of the blue with messages of friendship and longer term relationships. read more….
WEEKLY FRAUD UPDATE FROM WEST MERCIA POLICE – ECONOMIC CRIME UNIT – 17/02/2026
An update from West Mercia police
Tackling anti-social behaviour. 10/02/26
Tackling antisocial behaviour can be a complex issue, and one which requires input and action from more than just the police.
Local Police Visit at Adderley : Mon 16 Feb 11:00
We are encouraging the public to have their say. Your local Safer Neighbourhood Team will be available in the mobile police station at the above time and location.
Keeping burglars out of your business 07/02/2026
You may have invested a great deal of time, energy and money in your business premises, but burglars make it their business to break in. Follow our advice below to make the property more secure, deterring them from targeting your premises.
Street Safe is a pilot service for anyone to anonymously tell us about public places where you have felt or feel unsafe, because of environmental issues, e.g street lighting, abandoned buildings or vandalism and/or because of some behaviours, e.g being followed or verbally abused.
Farming Equipment thefts 07/02/2026
Rural crime has no set definition but can be very broadly classified as any crime and anti-social behaviour occurring in rural areas. It is often linked to Organised Crime Groups (OCGs) who target and exploit rural communities across a range of crime types, for example organised plant theft, livestock theft, burglaries targeting firearms, poaching and hare coursing.
Street Safe 30/01/2026
Street Safe is a pilot service for anyone to anonymously tell us about public places where you have felt or feel unsafe, because of environmental issues, e.g street lighting, abandoned buildings or vandalism and/or because of some behaviours, e.g being followed or verbally abused.
Operation Snap – Road Safety 18/01/2026
West Mercia Police and local teams carry out a number of Traffic related operations with various concerns being focused on, find out if you might be able to help.
Want to get involved more with the community you live in? 17/01/26
Hotspot policing delivering on tackling crime concerns 17/1/26
Read about the positive impact hotspot policing is having on tackling crime
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