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Be “PHONE FREE” When You’re Driving

Most drivers don’t use a phone at the wheel, but those that do put themselves, and other road users in danger as using a phone while driving makes you four times more likely to have a crash.

On top of that, anyone caught using a phone whilst driving can end up with six points […]

Cuckooing – What Does it Mean

Cuckooing is the term used when someone’s house is taken over for criminal activity, including dealing drugs.

Staffordshire Police say are you aware of cuckooing? Do you know what to look out for in relation to cuckooing? Would you report it if you had concerns? The police are relying on residents to highlight concerns […]

Volunteers Needed to Scrutinise Police Powers

Could you volunteer to review Police powers to ensure they are being used correctly?

The Commissioner’s Independent Scrutiny Panel is looking for a diverse group of people to scrutinise Police powers. In particular, volunteers will be asked to evaluate the use of force during incidents.

Volunteers will help interrogate information and body worn […]

Young Lads Causing Antisocial Behaviour Around Tunstall Retail Parks

Staffordshire Police have noticed an increase in the number of incidents of Anti Social Behavior around the retail parks in Tunstall. A number of the incidents involve groups of up to 20 young lads on pushbikes , scooters and on foot, the ages range from 9 to 16. The police have footage of the […]

Vehicle Thefts in Cold Weather

Staffordshire Police are urging all motorists to be particularly cautious when defrosting their vehicles.

Opportunists can work in groups during the cold weather to target vehicles that have been left unattended whilst unlocked, especially as people are leaving for work or the school run, and they warm up their cars leaving the keys […]

Goldenhill Vehicle Crime

Staffordshire Police have reported between Tuesday 9th & Wednesday 10th January that someone tried to break into a van on Heath Street, Goldenhill trying to pop the sliding door open with a screwdriver.

If you have seen anything suspicious or have any CCTV please call Staffordshire Police on 101, private message on Facebook […]

Kids Door Kicking Craze

There has been a number of reports of children and teenagers kicking doors in the area, which appears to be a craze in Sandyford & Goldenhill.

Residents are saying on social media that kicking doors is causing in some cases damage to their property, but also it is frightening people, especially the elderly who […]

Sandyford & Goldenhill Public Meeting

For the next Sandyford & Goldenhill Public Meeting being held on Thursday 11th January, we have agreed the attendance of Jonathan Gullis M.P. First Bus, Councillor Chandra Kanneganti and Police Inspector Hayley Eaton.

Everyone is welcome to attend on the evening, and you will be able to enjoy free food as well […]

Vehicle Vandalism in Goldenhill

Staffordshire Police have reported on Friday 29th December on Heath Street, Goldenhill that several vehicles had damage to wing mirrors caused by senseless vandalism. If you have seen anything suspicious or have any CCTV please call Staffordshire Police on 101, private message on Facebook / Twitter quoting serial number SP-20231230-0227 or crimestoppers anonymously on […]

Celebrate The New Year Safely, please Don’t Drink & Drive!

With the New Year right around the corner, families and friends will soon be celebrating to ring in 2024. New Year’s is the most popular time in the year to meet up with friends and family to see in the new year with their favorite alcoholic beverage in hand. This increase in alcohol consumption […]

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