Neighbourhood Matters
Could you be an ICV? PCC John Campion is looking for volunteers to join his Independent Custody Visitor (ICV) scheme in Shropshire! ICVs play a key part in the justice system, making [...]
We are continuing to carry out enforcement activity targeting illegal motorbikes, e-bikes and e-scooters being used unlawfully across the district. We are appealing to anyone who has information about those [...]
ROMANCE FRAUD “WORLD ROMANCE FRAUD DAY” is promoted every year on the 3rd October so it is only appropriate that we keep on raising awareness of the pitfalls of Romance Fraud, and the [...]
September Residents' Newsletter available to read now This month's edition includes: ✅ Action being taken against rural crime✅ My thoughts on the Sentencing Act and local government reform✅ Tackling the menace of [...]
Have you had your say on noisy or illegally modified exhausts in your area?After hearing concerns from residents across West Mercia, the PCC is keen to understand your experiences and [...]
A black Nissan Navara partial reg NWO was stolen between 19 - 20th September from Abberley Ave, Stourport. Please can residents check their cctv or ring doorbell footage to see [...]
A grey Keeway K-Light 125 motorbike partial reg GUH has been stolen without keys from Layamon Walk between 21st 18:30hrs- 22nd September. Any info please contact police quoting log 00418_I_22092026 [...]
TICKET FRAUD Recent research has shown that 11% of adults have encountered a ticket scam over the last 3 years, and the average loss from ticket scams was £215.Whilst the highest [...]
Pin Your Poppy 2026: Who’s your ‘Unknown Tommy’? Every poppy tells a story. Ahead of Remembrance Day, the PCC is inviting communities across West Mercia to pin a poppy to one of [...]
Over the next 2 weeks we are supporting Op Spotlight to highlight the issues young drivers are faced with on the roads. Along with enforcement operations we are also encouraging [...]
A grey BMW partial reg PXF has been stolen without keys overnight between 17:30hrs 17th - 05:15hrs 18th September from Hermitage Way, Stourport. Please can residents check their cctv or [...]
If someone claiming to be a police officer asks you for money, hang up and report it. It's a scam. We're reminding residents to stay vigilant after recent courier fraud incidents [...]
Worried about noisy or illegally modified exhausts in your area? Complete the PCC's survey today.After hearing concerns from residents across West Mercia, the PCC is keen to understand your experiences [...]
On 15th Sept at 19:10hrs a grey Land Rover Discovery Sport was stolen without keys from Redstone Lane, Stourport. The offender was dressed all in black. The vehicle was later [...]
FRAUD RECOVERY SCAMS Fraud Recovery scams are another form of Advance Fee Fraud as the scammer will ask for an advance fee, and very often follow-on fees, for expenses incurred. So, anyone [...]
Stourport Safer Neighbourhood Team, with support from Oldington and Foley SNT, seized and recovered a vehicle after concerns were reported by a member of the public. Further checks revealed the [...]
A driver was arrested at 02:40hrs on Mitton Street, Stourport due to being over the drink drive limit and dangerous driving. The driver was taken into custody and an investigation [...]
Public confidence in West Mercia Police remains high Residents across West Mercia continue to show strong confidence in West Mercia Police. The latest perception survey results from the PCC covering April to [...]
There has been a burglary on Redhouse Lane between 1st - 2nd Sept. Offenders broke the lock on a garage and forced the lock on a window to gain access. [...]
A white Range Rover Sport partial reg RGU was stolen on 07th Sept at 23:30hrs from Foundry Street, Stourport. Please can residents and local shops check their cctv or ring [...]
On 7th Sept at 00:19hrs two males were seen on the driveway of a property on Hartebury Road. One of the males tried the door handle of the front door. [...]
STUDENT FRAUD ALERTThe new Further Education terms will be starting shortly, and new and existing students will be shortly heading off to University or College, many for the first time.Whilst [...]
PCC has say on Government move to pause local government reform Plans for a major shake-up of local government are on hold, after the Government launches a review following new legal [...]
A property was burgled at 02:40 this morning 8th Sept on Redhouse Lane, Dunley. Offenders accessed the property through a vent and stole silverware. Please can residents check their cctv [...]
We are investigating criminal damage to a car in Stourport and appealing for any witnesses to come forward.Between 00:30hrs and 01:30hrs on 7th September 2026 the Toyota GT 86 was parked on Valley Mills [...]
While conducting enquiries at an address on Vernon Road on 2 September, Stourport Safer Neighbourhood Team (SNT) officers observed a white minibus parked outside a property that was known to [...]
ONLINE SALES FRAUDReports of Internet Sales scams continue to appear, so if you are selling items through Online or Social Media marketplace, you really need to be aware of this [...]
There will be a police surgery today 29th August 11 - 12 at Stourport Library, New Street. Please come along and chat to police if you would like to discuss [...]
YOUR CHILD’S ONLINE & GAMING TIME MATTERSKids today spend more hours online and on gaming platforms than ever before.While Gaming and Social Media Can Be Fun and Educational, Too Much [...]
Deadline for communication survey closes soon! Focused on ensuring West Mercia Police keeps you informed and victims updated, the PCC is focusing on communication in his next Public Assurance & Accountability [...]
IS IT REALLY THE POLICE CALLING YOU? Reports of fraudulent phone calls from criminals claiming to be Police Officers, very often stating they are based at a London Police Station, are [...]
There has been a burglary overnight between 22 - 23rd August on Golden Hind Drive. A white VW Scirocco partial reg KVA has been stolen with keys. Please can residents [...]
🚨 Fraud Alert: Could That Police Call Be a Scam?There has been a significant increase in reports of fraudsters contacting residents by telephone and falsely claiming to be police officers. [...]
Are you age 17 to 24 years old, or know someone who is? If so, then the PCC is calling on you! Focused on reducing the harm too often caused on [...]
Tackling e-scooters in your communityFour e‑scooters and one illegal motorised bike seized, totalling more than £2,000, and all heading for the crusher.PCC John Campion regularly hears from communities about illegal [...]
DOORSTEP SCAMSThese were around long before Scammers took to the Internet but still exist today, and reports of residents being defrauded in this way continue to appear.Basically, these are cold [...]
Dear {FIRST_NAME},I wanted to provide you with an update regarding Nuisance motorbikes, which people around your area have highlighted as an issue of concern on the priority survey.Yesterday 17/08/2026, safer [...]
West Mercia Road Safety Team are running another Mature Driver Awareness Session in Droitwich on Wednesday 30th September. Two sessions are available: morning (10:00am-12:00pm) or afternoon (1:30pm-3:30pm). Events are delivered in partnership [...]
Dear Residents, Your local Safer Neighbourhood Team will be at The Foodshare on Linden Avenue, Stourport on the 23/08/2026 at 1 pm - 2. Please take this opportunity to raise any [...]
£10K funding to support families after crime-linked child death The sudden loss of a loved one is devastating. When that loss is connected to a crime, the trauma can be even [...]