Neighbourhood Matters
COURIER FRAUDCourier Fraud continues to be a common method used by criminals to defraud members of the public. For that reason, we need to ensure that the public remain alert [...]
FRAUD ALERTWe have been made aware of an incident where a person has been contacted by a male who identified himself as a Police Officer, saying he was from the [...]
Good Afternoon, Please find attached a copy of the May Newsletter. I’m sending it out a couple of days early due to the Bank holiday weekend, hard copies distributed to community [...]
WORLD PASSWORD DAY World Password Day is marked each year on the first Thursday in May – i.e. May 7th this year – to raise awareness of the importance of using [...]
We are investigating a number of Arson investigations in the Areley Kings and Riverside ward of Stourport On Severn. We are appealing to local residents for information.Fires have occurred on 26th [...]
Do you want to gear up your skills on two wheels? Make sure to join Redditch Advanced Motorcyclist Group this Sunday (26 April) from 10am to 4pm at Redditch Police and [...]
While waiting for your kettle to boil, you can have your say on policing… With change brewing, this is your opportunity to give your views on the Government’s proposals to create [...]
Fishing project in Stourport. Link attached for details and joining instructions. [...]
West Mercia Police LED replacement programme generating cost savings and carbon reductions Committed to making sure communities get best value whilst at the same time building a more sustainable and efficient policing estate for the [...]
*SCAM ALERT* Fraudsters are exploiting interest in the Football World Cup to manipulate people into replying to scam lottery letters. West Mercia residents are urged to be vigilant after a local resident [...]
MOBILE PHONE THEFT Criminals used to steal mobile phones for the value of selling the handsets on to anyone who was willing to pay. However nowadays they are much more likely [...]
Giving victims a voice to help shape future policing Have you been a victim of crime in the past five years? Whether you reported the crime to the police or chose [...]
Police visibility on the up but confidence in receiving a good service down Police visibility has improved according to the results of the PCC's latest perception survey, but confidence in receiving [...]
A white Ford Transit van that was stolen from Kidderminster last night, was recovered by police at William Coley Place this morning. Please can residents check their cctv or ring [...]
TICKET FRAUDCriminals set up fake websites or social media profiles to sell tickets for major events (such as sports, music, outdoor concerts or theatre) that are either fraudulent or don’t [...]
There will be a police surgery at 36 Old Ford Walk today 13th April 12 - 1pm. If you have any concerns or issues please come and speak to the [...]
Police base used to support life-saving work of Blood Bike charity Demonstrating how our policing infrastructure can be used to benefit the wider public and strengthen services that save lives, the [...]
PCC meets with latest cohort of student officers Earlier today, the PCC met the latest cohort of Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship (PCDA) recruits taking the first steps on their journey to [...]
GIFT CARDS Despite the addition of warning notices by several retailers now on Gift Card display stands, criminals are still successfully getting victims to make payments by Gift Cards under various [...]
On Friday 3rd April at 22:50hrs and again the following morning at 00:25hrs 2x males were seen pacing up and down Garland Road, going onto peoples drives and looking into [...]
On Friday 3rd March at 22:50hrs and again the following morning at 00:25hrs 2x males were seen pacing up and down Garland Road, going onto peoples drives and looking into [...]
Your local Safer Neighbourhood Team will be at Tesco Superstore at Severn Road, Stourport on the 2nd April from 18:00-19:00. Please take this opportunity to raise any concerns you may have [...]
KEEPING OLDER PERSONS SAFE ONLINEWhilst 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 [...]
Gear up your motorcycle skills!Ride a motorcycle, or thinking about starting?Following its success in 2025, come along to Redditch Advanced Motorcyclist Group's latest taster day at Redditch police and fire [...]
We are investigating criminal damage to a a property on Abberley Avenue Junction with Bredon Way in Stourport on Severn are appealing to local residents for information. The property was damaged between 14th March [...]
We are investigating criminal damage to Play equipment on Areley Kings Recreational Ground and are appealing to local residents for information. The Play equipment was damaged between 16th March 2026 and 18th March 2026 [...]
You are likely to be aware that due to the conflict in the middle east, the cost of fuel has risen significantly. It is probably due to this that there [...]
Your local Safer Neighbourhood Team will be at Stourport Library today 27th March 4 - 5pm. Please take this opportunity to raise any concerns you may have and to find out [...]
A white Ford Transit partial reg MCM has been stolen from Conference Way between 20:30hrs 23rd - 06:50hrs 24th March. Please can residents check their cctv or ring doorbell footage [...]
COUNTERFEIT BANKNOTESOver the last few weeks there has been an upsurge of payments made with counterfeit banknotes. These have been mainly in £20 denominations and have appeared not only in [...]
On 23rd March a vehicle was stopped by police on Bewdley Road, Stourport. The male driver was arrested and taken into custody for drug drive. An investigation is underway. If [...]
There is just over a week left before applications close for the next cohort of police cadets.The programme brings young people together to learn new skills and gain a unique [...]
A Silver Audi partial reg TJP has been stolen from St Michaels Court, Church Ave, Stourport between 18:30hrs 21st March - 07:50hrs 22nd March. Please can residents check their cctv [...]
QR CODE FRAUDS QR Codes have been around for several decades now but have become more prominent in the last few years. It is also forecast that in the near future [...]
There will be a drop in surgery at the Walshes Office 36 Old Ford Walk 12:00 - 13:00hrs. If you have any concerns or issues come along and speak to [...]
Project to boost West Mercia Police’s energy security receives green light"This is about making sensible financial decisions now so that long‑term savings can strengthen services and ensure resources are focused [...]
PCC seeking views of the public on the biggest shake up to policing in 60 years PCC John Campion is seeking your views regarding proposals to merge police forces across England and Wales. The [...]
Dear resident, Please find this invitation link to complete the ASB, Crime and Police presence Survey. The survey closes on 31st March 2026 https://survey.neighbourhoodmatters.co.uk/Survey/GUID/b2da20f7-d2cb-4e7a-95db-043d9444d1d1 [...]
Share your expectations around visiting police stations across West Mercia Time is running out to have your say on your expectations when visiting your local police station. PCC John Campion and West [...]