Police in South Devon have once again stepped up road checks to tackle theft of vehicles and drink/drug driving. A recent operation in Paignton, Torquay, Brixham, Teignmouth and Kingsbridge saw a total of nine arrests over two days for a variety of offenc...
Release date: 07/10/2026
Members of the public were given advice on e-scooter and e-bike laws, anti-social driving and ways to report concerns during a recent community engagement event in Plymouth, before a targeted enforcement operation identified a range of motoring offences i...
Release date: 06/10/2026
A senior Devon and Cornwall detective has succeeded in closing a legal loophole that allowed offenders to get away with engaging in sexual activity in the presence of children. In 2021, Detective Superintendent James Dowler was the senior investigating of...
Release date: 06/10/2026
Police in Torquay are working with ARC marine to tackle problems after a number of incidents at the Beacon Quay site led to damage, trespass and even arson. Officers have received reports of individuals putting themselves and others at risk by tryin...
Release date: 24/09/2026
Operation Seabird flew into Salcombe recently as police offered free forensic marking for high value marine gear, as well as advice on how to avoid disturbing wildlife at the coast. Devon & Cornwall Police set up a stand in the seaside town as part of...
Release date: 22/09/2026
People enjoying Plymouth's nightlife are being reminded that the Safe Bus is available to provide support, medical assistance and a safe space for anyone who needs help on a night out. As thousands of students arrive in the city to begin their university ...
Release date: 18/09/2026
A modified e-bike has been seized by a local police team after reports of it being ridden dangerously on the streets of Truro. Last week, members of the public raised concerns about the manner in which an e-bike was being ridden in the Tregurra area, with...
Release date: 11/09/2026
Ten drivers suspected of drink driving have been arrested in South Devon following a weekend of enforcement activity. The arrests took place on Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 September in Torquay, Paignton, Totnes, Dartmouth and Newton Abbot, where six men and f...
Release date: 10/09/2026
A 90 minute session aimed at young people who have an interest in the cyber industry will be delivered to students across Devon and Cornwall to give them the tools they need to avoid getting involved in unlawful computer activity or becoming a victim them...
Release date: 07/09/2026
A residential property in Truro has become a no-go zone following a full closure order granted by local magistrates. No one is allowed to enter the home at Whitley Close, Truro following incidents of anti-social, threatening and nuisance behaviour. The cl...
Release date: 03/09/2026
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