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 […]

Illegal Road Racing in Sandyford

Staffordshire Police say there have been reports of Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB) in the area recently involving large numbers of vehicles and people gathering to spectate or participate in illegal road racing on Reginald Mitchell Way and James Brindley Way, Sandyford.

The police say they understand the impact this behaviour can have on people living […]

Be Aware When Out Christmas Shopping

Staffordshire Police are reminding people to be aware when out Christmas shopping to make sure your money is safe in your purse or wallet and always make sure your bag is fastened up.

It is also worth remembering not to allow people to get into your bag and always be mindful who is around […]

Vehicle Number Plates Stolen Locally

Staffordshire Police are reporting over the last couple of weeks that several number plates have been stolen from vehicles locally. They say If this happens to you to please let them know as soon as possible as these could be potentially used in illegal crime.

If you see anything suspicious or have any CCTV […]

Postal Theft

Staffordshire Police say here are some useful tips to reduce the risk of doorstep parcel theft and to help prevent your parcel from being stolen.

Track your parcel to ensure you or someone else is at home for the delivery.

Install a video doorbell, this can be connected to your mobile so you will […]

Car Safety Advice

Staffordshire Police are reminding residents that due to a recent increase in vehicle thefts in the local area, please ensure you leave plenty of time before your journey, factoring in time to defrost your vehicle. Do not leave your car keys in your ignition, unattended even if its on your driveway. Unattended vehicles with […]

Youths Kicking Peoples Front Doors

Staffordshire Police want to make parents aware that a group of youths in the Fegg Hayes area are kicking at peoples front doors for fun. Sandyford & Goldenhill Residents Association would also like to report that this antisocial activity has recently been happening in the Sandyford area as well.

Some people being targeted are […]

Listen to the new knife crime podcast & also details on your nearest knife crime amnesty bank

Staffordshire Police say that you may have seen increased local coverage on the topic of knives over the past week as we’re currently working with partners to promote the Ditch the Blade campaign.

To reassure you, 99% of young people aged 10 to 29 don’t carry a knife, so it’s not a common thing.

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Pebbles Legacy Dog Rescue Appeal

Staffordshire Police say they were sad to see that the brilliant charity Pebbles Legacy Dog Rescue is struggling to continue. Officers and Staff at Burslem & Hanley Police Stations are collecting food and blankets hoping to help the amazing staff continue looking after vulnerable dogs.

If you have any unwanted blankets or would be […]

Stone Thrown by Teenagers Causing Damage to Car Windscreen

Staffordshire Police have reported an incident on James Brindley Way (Sandyford) just up from the Hungry Horse pub by the traffic lights on Friday 17th November at approximately 3.30 p.m.

The incident involved several teenagers where a stone was thrown and resulted in damaging a car windscreen. The driver and passenger were badly […]