Overall crime in Gwent has fallen by 11%, according to Home Office figures.For the 12 months to December 2011, the figures reveal that overall crime was down 11%, as compared to the…
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Police appeal after Blackwood burglary
Gwent Police is appealing for information following a burglary in Blackwood.The incident at a flat in Sycamore Court, took place between 11.30am and 1pm on Monday March 26.Items, including a black HP…
Man charged over Crumlin armed robbery
A man has been charged in connection with an armed robbery at an industrial estate in Crumlin.Martin Phillip Tuft, 53, appeared at Caerphilly Magistrates Court yesterday, charged with robbery and possession of…
Ystrad Mynach PACT meetings announced
The next round of Partnerships and Communities Together (PACT) meetings for the Ystrad Mynach area have been announced.
Caerphilly and Bedwas residents reminded to lock doors and windows
Gwent Police is reminding residents to check the security of their homes, sheds and garages following a recent spate of burglaries.Since the beginning of January 2012, 13 properties in the Bedwas and…
Take action against irresponsible dog owners says Islwyn MP
Islwyn MP Chris Evans has called on the UK Government to take action against irresponsible dog owners. Speaking in the House of Commons, Mr Evans urged the Government to publish their proposals…
11% drop in recorded crime in Gwent Police force area
Crime in the area covered by Gwent Police has seen an 11% drop.The latest crime figures released by the Home Office show the drop was the biggest fall in recorded fall in…
Gwent Police launch festive campaign: “Don’t have a nightmare this Christmas”
Gwent Police and South Wales Police have launched their festive safety campaign called “Don’t have a nightmare this Christmas”.The campaign will include a series of films and posters the issues of theft…
25 businesses join fight against crime with Blackwood Retail Partnership
Gwent Police has revealed that 25 businesses have now signed up to the recently established Blackwood Retail Partnership.The partnership aims to reduce shoplifting and other crime in the area by improving communication…
Gwent Police unveils latest tactic against shoplifting – a cardboard cut-out officer
Gwent Police has revealed its latest weapon in the war against crime – a cardboard cut-out copper.The 7ft cut-out of 27-year-old officer Rhydian Jones (who is in fact 6ft 4in) will be…