Devon & Cornwall Police dog section has come out top of the pack at the Regional Police Dog Trials 2026, securing an impressive first, second and third place against strong competition during a three-day event in Cleveland. ...
Release date: 17/03/2026
A 22-year-old man from Wolverhampton, has been jailed for three-and-a-half years after pleading guilty to manslaughter at Exeter Crown Court, following the death of a man in Exmouth. Joseph Jones, 22, of Chillington Lane, Codsall, Wolverhampton, admitted ...
Release date: 13/03/2026
Two people have been sentenced for their parts in a conspiracy to supply drugs into the South West. Jacqueline Clark, 56, was sentenced to two years in jail and Ian Johnson, 53, for one year and 50 weeks in prison, both suspended for two years, when they ...
Release date: 02/03/2026
Police were called to Dunkeswell Aerodrome just before 1pm today, Saturday 28 February, following concerns for the welfare of a male skydiver. Emergency Services attended the scene, where sadly a 49-year-old man was confirmed deceased. His family have bee...
Release date: 28/02/2026
Residents of Torquay are invited to a community drop-in surgery to meet local police officers and ask any questions they may have, as well as picking up some crime prevention freebies. The local neighbourhood police team will be at the old O2...
Release date: 15/01/2026
Police in Paignton ran a Pubs Against Drugs (PAD) operation recently and deemed it a big success. The operation involved officers visiting eight pubs in the town and carrying out multiple positive searches. Some quantities of both Class...
Release date: 15/01/2026
Police are carrying out preventative patrols on local bus services in South East Cornwall to tackle individuals causing disturbances and addressing inappropriate behaviour. Plain clothes officers recently travelled on buses between Saltash, Looe, and Torp...
Release date: 23/12/2025
Devon & Cornwall Police launches a Christmas safety campaign – Think Safe, Stay Festive – to help communities enjoy a safe a happy festive season. As the festive season approaches, Devon & Cornwall Police is launching its annual Christmas safety c...
Release date: 02/12/2025
Devon & Cornwall Police is supporting White Ribbon Day on 25 November and encouraging others to get involved. Everyone, particularly men and boys, are encouraged to make the White Ribbon promise to never use, excuse or remain silent about men’s ...
Release date: 25/11/2025
Devon and Cornwall Police have reported a 9.4% higher criminal charge rate for retail crime reported through a crime intelligence platform, compared to more traditional reporting channels (101 and via the Force website). As the first police force in the c...
Release date: 14/11/2025
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