Rural Crime

Rural crime continues to be a focus for the team especially now we are in the poaching / hare coursing
season. We are continuing to conduct proactive operations with our neighbouring forces and our Rural Crime
Team in tackling rural crime.

We are continuing to conduct proactive operations with our neighbouring forces and our Rural Crime Team.

Business Crime

We have been working closely with businesses and partner agencies within the City to prevent and deter offences of shoplifting and proactively dealing with offenders involved in these crimes.

PSPO Street Drinkers

Officers have been proactively patrolling hotspot areas as part of the ASB funded additional patrols within the city and surrounding areas. Where appropriate PSPO enforcement tickets have been issued and followed up with Wiltshire Council.

Theft from motor vehicle / outbuildings

We have received reports of theft from vehicles and outbuildings, with tools and garden equipment being stolen from within. High visibility targeted patrols are being conducted.