Shakerley Police

A man has appeared in court in relation to drugs offences in Northwich.

On Thursday 4 April, officers from Northwich Proactive and Beat teams executed a warrant at an address on Hesketh Drive and recovered a quantity of class A drugs, cash, and weapons.

Richard Grainger, 46, of Hesketh Drive, Lostock Gralam, was arrested.

He was subsequently charged with possession of a class A drug (co***ne and diamorphine), and possession of criminal property.

He appeared at Chester Magistrates’ Court on Friday 5 April where he pleaded guilty to the offences.

He has been remanded in custody to be sentenced at Chester Crown Court on Friday 3 May.

Detective Sergeant John Lyons said:

“Thanks to the evidence against Grainger he has pleaded guilty at the first opportunity.

“The dangers of drugs are well known and I hope the charges secured against him will provide some reassurance to the community that we take offences of this nature seriously.”

We will be holding a Police Surgery on today, 4th April, between 5pm and 6pm on Hulme Lane, Lower Peover. A Police vehicle to be parked near to the shop, if you would like to raise any issues or concerns within the local community.
Alternatively please complete a residents voice survey on Cheshire Police Website, https://orlo.uk/LypYt Local Poling Unit is Northwich and the area is Shakerley, Thank You.

CRIME PREVENTION ADVICE

With the finer weather just around the corner, some people will be looking to start a bit of gardening and tidying up their sheds.
To prevent criminals from targeting your shed, have a look at the following guidance:

Is your garden secure?
Ensure all gates and entry points are secure to make it more difficult for offenders to gain access to the shed.

Have you considered the positioning of your shed?
If possible, position your shed so it can’t be seen from the street but within sight of your house.

Are tools all stored away securely?
Thieves use tools and gardening equipment that are left out to gain entry to your shed. Store tools in a secure location such as a lockable container.

Have you completed maintenance checks?
Check areas such as the roof, windows, doors and structure to ensure they are in good condition as they are often exploited by thieves.

Are your hinges and locks substantial enough?
Door hinges are often removed to gain entry. Use tamper proof screws and a substantial padlock to secure the shed door.

Is your shed anchored to the ground?
Thieves can lift the shed and gain entry to your valuables, anchoring it to the ground will prevent this.

Are your windows covered and valuables out of sight?
Thieves will often look through windows to target higher value items. Ensure valuables are covered or out of sight.

Are valuables secured in the shed?
Using ring bolts anchored to the ground and/or walls enables you to secure items such as bikes, lawnmowers and other tools effectively.

Have you considered enhanced security measures?
External lighting may deter offenders, a shed alarm can alert you if it has been entered and CCTV can capture evidence to help with an investigation.

Is your property marked and registered?
Use a Police approved property marking system, UV pen or etch your postcode onto items to make them less attractive to thieves and register with https://orlo.uk/gu9Nl

For more crime prevention advice follow: Crime prevention advice | Cheshire Constabulary

We will be holding a Police Surgery on Thursday, 4th April, between 5pm and 6pm on Hulme Lane, Lower Peover. A Police vehicle to be parked near to the shop, if you would like to raise any issues or concerns within the local community.
Alternatively please complete a residents voice survey on Cheshire Police Website, https://orlo.uk/BYSxt Local Poling Unit is Northwich and the area is Shakerley, Thank You.

This account is not monitored 24/7, if you wish to report an incident please ring 101 in a non-emergency and 999 in an emergency, or you can report incidents via the Cheshire Police website.

It's that time of week again!
Test it Tuesday, it only takes a minute to test the batteries in your smoke detector but it could save yours and your loved ones life.

Don't let thieves get an easy ride. Follow these simple rules to help protect your vehicle from thieves -
1. Lock your vehicle
Locking your vehicle, even when filling up or parked on your drive, greatly reduces the possibility of it being targeted by an opportunist thief. Even if you have locked your vehicle, check you haven’t left any windows or the sunroof open.
2. Keep the keys safe
Vehicles today are by and large more difficult to steal than ever, unless the thief can access your key or fob to clone them. Keep your keys safe, out of view when at home, and away from your front door. It’s not uncommon for car keys to be stolen from inside your home by thieves fishing for them with a stick and hook through the letterbox.
Keyless entry
Cars with keyless entry unlock automatically when the key comes within a short distance of the car.
Thieves only need to be within a few metres of your car key to capture the signal, even if it’s inside your home. This means that even if your car and home are secure, thieves can still unlock, start and steal your car.
How to protect your keyless entry car
• When at home keep your car key (and the spare) well away from the car.
• Put the keys in a screened or signal-blocking pouch, such as a Faraday Bag.
• Reprogramme your keys if you buy a second hand car.
• Turn off wireless signals on your fob when it's not being used
3. Park responsibly
It’s always advisable to avoid parking in dark and secluded areas. It’s worth an extra five or ten-minute walk if it means your vehicle is left in a well-lit and busier street.
And if possible, always try to park in illuminated and staffed car parks or those with a Park Mark safer parking award.

Please read our advice about how you can keep your valuables safe and your home secure.
Don’t leave jewellery or cash on display in your home or even hidden
Instead use a bank safety deposit box to store high value items, or at least buy a good quality safe and fix it to a brick walls
Photograph each item, keep a written description and make sure it is included on your insurance policy
Use special property marking technology from https://orlo.uk/DZEDW
Be discreet if wearing jewellery or carrying large amounts of cash in public
Make sure your social media account security settings are ‘high’ or ‘private’
Keep your windows and doors locked and use a burglar alarm and security lighting
Be vigilant of unexpected callers or cold-callers offering doorstep services. Write down who they said they were, details of any vehicle they were in, and save and back-up any CCTV of them
Join your local neighbourhood watch scheme
Report any suspicious activity, such as being watched or followed, to the police through our website, on social media or by calling 101
More information about keeping your home and property safe can be found at https://orlo.uk/j56ib

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KINGSMEAD MINI POLICE will be holding a BIKE MARKING EVENT on SATURDAY 30th MARCH from 13:00 to 14:30 @ Kingsmead Primary School.

With the clocks going forward soon and summer fast approaching , more and more people will be out in the nice weather on their bicycles. And the MINI POLICE want to help you by keeping your bicycles safe.

WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF BIKE MARKING ?

SECURITY MARKING : At these events, your bike is marked with a unique identifier, such as a code or serial number. This marking is typically placed on the frame or other prominent parts of the bicycle.

REGISTARTION: The marked bike details are then registered onto BikeRegister’s online database. This database helps police and retailers identify and verify the legitimate owner of bikes that have been stolen or are being resold.

THEFT PREVENTION: By participating in a bike marking event, you significantly reduce the likelihood of cycle theft. If your bike is stolen, having it registered makes it easier for authorities to track and recover it.

So if you have a bicycle and want it marked for free, then come down to Kingsmead Primary. This event is open to all residents within the NORTHWICH AREA

Need to get in touch with us?

There are a number of ways you can contact us, find the best way that suits you to make your experience as quick and convenient as possible ⤵️

FRAUD WARNING
There has been an increase in reports of residents are being contacted via their landline by a person purporting to a Police Officer.
They are informed that their bank account has been involved in a scam and the police are conducting an undercover investigation and not to tell anyone.
They are instructed to attend the bank withdraw cash and not to tell the bank why, they are to return home with the cash, and a courier to collect it.
Fraudsters are extremely convincing and can be very threatening especially towards the vulnerable.
Police officers will never ask you to transfer money, withdraw cash or provide personal details over the phone.
It is concerning that we are seeing a few reports of this nature and thankfully banks have stepped in to protect customers from falling foul to these scammers.
Anyone who is receiving calls asking for money to be transferred or cash withdrawn by scammers should call 101 or report it to Action Fraud 0300 123 2040 or online via the Cheshire Police Website or
Action Fraud website.

If you’re worried your current partner or an ex-partner may have an abusive past and believe they may pose a risk to you in the future, you have the right to know.
By using Clare’s Law, you can make an application to police to request information about any previous history of violence or abuse a person might have.
Request information under Clare's Law - https://orlo.uk/ZRr1T
You can also make a request for a friend or relative if you are worried that they might be at risk.

Monthly Update for February for the Shakerley Ward

Anti-Social Behaviour
Lostock Gralam
- A report of a male and a child, using the drive-tru on foot being abusive towards staff, CCTV viewed but unable to identify those involved.
- Report of caravans and vehicles attempting to gain entry to the car park of a business on Cheshire Avenue, they were stopped by security staff and left the area.
- Report of a dog-on-dog attack on Manchester Road. Investigation is ongoing.
Lach Dennis/Lostock Green
- No reports received.
Lower Peover
- No reports received.
Allostock
- No reports received.
Byley
- No reports received.
Sproston
- No Reports Received.

Burglary
Lostock Gralam
- One reported, unknown persons have entered a residential property and taken passports and cash, no CCTV or witnesses.
Lach Dennis/Lostock Green
- No reports received
Lower Peover
- No reports received.
Allostock
- No reports received.
Byley
- No reports received
Sproston
- No reports received.

Theft
Lostock Gralam
- No reports received.
Lach Dennis/Lostock Green
- No Reports Received.
Lower Peover
- No reports received.
Allostock
- No reports received
Byley
- Reported theft of a caravan from Moss Lane. The investigation is ongoing.
Sproston
- No reports received

Road Safety
Lostock Gralam
- One speed enforcement session carried out on Manchester Road,
1 offence reported.
- There have been no further reports regarding vehicle ASB on the car park and Cheshire Avenue. Patrols are being conducted to prevent/deter. Notified of a incident from 29/2/24 via the Parish Council on 1/3/24.
- 1 Vehicle stop checked on Lion Dens, the driver provided a positive drugs wipe at the roadside, investigation is ongoing.
- 1 Vehicle stop checked on Manchester Road, the driver provided a positive drugs wipe at the roadside, investigation is ongoing.
Lach Dennis/Lostock Green
- One speed enforcement session carried out on Birches Lane; no offences recorded.
Lower Peover
- One enforcement session carried out on Middlewich Road, 6 offences reported.
Allostock
- No monitoring or enforcement carried out.
Byley
- One Enforcement session carried out on Moss Lane. 1 offence reported.
Sproston
- No monitoring or enforcement carried out.

Parking/highway Obstructions
Lostock Gralam
- Concerns raised about vehicles parking on the pavements on Townshend Road and Langford Road. Patrols to take place to monitor the parking and appropriate action taken to deal with any offences.
Lach Dennis/Lostock Green
- Concerns raised about a vehicle parked partly on the footpath on Birches Lane, the vehicle had been there for a couple of weeks, there was no obstruction and checks completed and vehicle all in order.
Lower Peover
- 3 reports of vehicles blocking the footpath on Birchwood Road, regular patrols have taken place, and initially advisory notices have been issued to vehicles causing obstructions. Will continue to patrol the area and take appropriate action.
Allostock
- No reports received.
Byley
- No reports received.
Sproston
- A couple of reports of vehicles hitting potholes and damaging vehicles.
- A road traffic collision involving a HGV and a car on Holmes Chapel Road and Brereton Lane, no serious injuries and all involved were checked by Ambulance staff as a precaution.

Schools
- Visits to Lostock Gralam, Byley and Lower Peover schools, to chat with staff to discuss any concerns /problems and provide reassurance.

Weekly PCSO surgeries
Thursday 4th April, between 5pm – 6pm.
Hulme Lane, Lower Peover. A Police vehicle to be parked near to the shop.
Thursday 11th April, between 11am – 12pm.
Lostock Green Chapel, Birches Lane, as part of visiting the community hub.
Tuesday 16th April, between 5pm - 6pm.
Chapel Lane, Allostock. A Police vehicle will be parked in the car park near to the bungalows.
Monday 22nd April, between 1pm – 2pm.
Costa Coffee, Lostock Gralam.
Tuesday 30th April, between 10am – 11am.
Hulme Lane, Lower Peover. A Police vehicle to be parked near to the shop.
Wednesday 8th May, between 5pm – 6pm.
Lach Dennis Village Hall, Holmes Chapel Road. A Police vehicle to be parked on the car park.
Everyone is welcome to come along to say hello and discuss any local issues or concerns.
I am aware that not everyone will be able to attend these surgeries, if you wish to raise any concerns please complete the Residents Voice Survey on the Cheshire Police Website, search for Residents Voice Northwich, and when completing the survey, the Policing area is Shakerley.

PCSO Phil Hambleton
Shakerley Police Beat Team

Following concerns raised by the local community, local officers conducted speed enforcement on Moss Lane, Byley on Monday evening. No offences were recorded whilst at the location. . .

Following concerns raised by the local community, local officers conducted speed enforcement on Middlewich Road, Lower Peover on Monday afternoon. A number of offences were recorded whilst at the location. . .

Local officers attended the Seniors group yesterday afternoon at Allostock Village Hall, chatted with local residents attending over a brew and biscuits.

Following concerns raised by the local community, local officers conducted speed enforcement on Holmes Chapel Road, Sproston on Monday afternoon. A number of offences were recorded whilst at the location. .

Local officers attended Lostock Gralam Parish Council meeting yesterday evening, to provide an update incidents in the area, and to listen to concerns and issues raised by the council and members of the public.
There are concerns raised about vehicles being driven in an anti-social manner and gathering on the car park on Cheshire Avenue. Plans are being put into place to prevent and deter this activity.

Following concerns raised by the local community, local officers conducted speed enforcement on Manchester Road, Lostock Gralam on Friday afternoon 1st March. A number of offences were recorded whilst at the location. . .

We will be holding a Police Surgery on today, 4th March, between 4pm and 5pm at Costa Coffee, Lostock Gralam, if you would like to raise any issues or concerns within the local community.
Alternatively please complete a residents voice survey on Cheshire Police Website,https://orlo.uk/ZhzKV Local Poling Unit is Northwich and the area is Shakerley, Thank You.

We will be holding a Police Surgery on Monday, 4th March, between 4pm and 5pm at Costa Coffee, Lostock Gralam, if you would like to raise any issues or concerns within the local community.
Alternatively please complete a residents voice survey on Cheshire Police Website, https://orlo.uk/iSQtL Local Poling Unit is Northwich and the area is Shakerley, Thank You.

We will be holding a Police Surgery today, Wednesday 28th February, between 2pm and 3pm on Princess Road, Allostock, a police vehicle will be parked near to the play area, if you would like to raise any issues or concerns within the local community.
Alternatively please complete a residents voice survey on Cheshire Police Website, https://orlo.uk/3GXY7 Local Poling Unit, area Shakerley, Thank You.

We will be holding a Police Surgery on Wednesday 28th February, between 2pm and 3pm on Princess Road, Allostock, a police vehicle will be parked near to the play area, if you would like to raise any issues or concerns within the local community.
Alternatively please complete a residents voice survey on Cheshire Police Website, https://orlo.uk/o7N30 Local Poling Unit, area Shakerley, Thank You.

We will be holding a Police Surgery today, 17th February, between 2pm and 3pm on Birches Lane, Lostock Green, a police vehicle will be parked outside the chapel, if you would like to raise any issues or concerns within the local community.
Alternatively please complete a residents voice survey on Cheshire Police Website, https://orlo.uk/8CoxI Local Poling Unit is Northwich and the area is Shakerley, Thank You.

We will be holding a Police Surgery on Saturday, 17th February, between 2pm and 3pm on Birches Lane, Lostock Green, a police vehicle will be parked outside the chapel, if you would like to raise any issues or concerns within the local community.
Alternatively please complete a residents voice survey on Cheshire Police Website, https://orlo.uk/6r1db Local Poling Unit is Northwich and the area is Shakerley, Thank You.

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Following concerns raised by the local community, officers conducted speed enforcement on Birches Lane, Lostock Green on Monday afternoon. No offences were recorded whilst at the location. . .

Monthly Update for incidents in January for the Shakerley Ward

Anti-Social Behaviour
Lostock Gralam
- A report of a vehicle window being broken in December, there are no viable lines of enquiry, due to the damage not being reported for nearly a month.
- Report of a neighbour screaming in the street, a male is seen to assault a female. The male was arrested, charged and sentenced for a number of offences. Enquiries identified that the male was also wanted in Spain for a serious offence, following being dealt with by the courts, the male was extradited to Spain.
Lach Dennis/Lostock Green
- No reports received.
Lower Peover
- No reports received.
Allostock
- Criminal damage caused to an Airbnb, following a large group staying at the property. This is being dealt with by the owner and the insurance company.
Byley
- A report of a vehicle and driver acting suspiciously on Moss Lane. This has been captured on CCTV, enquiries are ongoing.
Sproston
- No Reports Received.

Burglary
Lostock Gralam
- 1 reported, the suspect has forced entry into a secure property and removed numerous items. A suspect has been arrested and the investigation is ongoing.

Lach Dennis/Lostock Green
- No reports received
Lower Peover
- 1 reported, suspect has entered an insecure property and removed numerous items. The investigation is ongoing.
Allostock
- No reports received.
Byley
- No reports received
Sproston
- No reports received.

Theft
Lostock Gralam
- Report of waste food stolen from the bins at Co-op.
- Report of a new garden chair and broken spade being taken from the garden of a residential property. Suspect has knocked on the front door, there was no reply, and then taken the items.
- Report of laundry products being stolen from Coop. CCTV images of the suspect provided, awaiting identification of the suspect.
- Report of drinks and food being stolen from Coop, 2 suspects have been identified.

Lach Dennis/Lostock Green
- No Reports Received.
Lower Peover
- No reports received.
Allostock
- No reports received
Byley
- No reports received
Sproston
- No reports received

Road Safety
Lostock Gralam
- One speed enforcement session carried out on Manchester Road,
4 offences reported.
- 3 reports received regarding vehicle ASB on the car park and Cheshire Avenue. Patrols are being conducted to prevent/deter this and identify those involved.
- A report of 3 motorbikes being ridden on the footpaths and doing wheelies along Manchester Road. Enquiries are ongoing to identify those involved.
- Vehicle stop checked, suspected drink driver. The driver provided a positive drugs wipe at the roadside, arrested for driving under the influence and possession of a Class A drugs, following a search.

Lach Dennis/Lostock Green
- One monitoring session carried out on Holmes Chapel Road, no vehicles exceed the 40mph speed limit, whilst at the location.
Lower Peover
- No monitoring or enforcement carried out.
Allostock
- No monitoring or enforcement carried out.
- 2 Vehicles stop checked, which resulted in 2 people being arrested, 1 for driving under the influence and the second for possession of cannabis and possession of an offensive weapon. A third person was dealt with at the time for possession of cannabis.
Byley
- One Enforcement session carried out on Moss Lane. 1 offence captured.
- Concerns raised about vehicles travelling along Byley Road at excessive speed, a data survey has been conducted, awaiting the results from this survey.
Sproston
- One Speed Enforcement session carried out on Holmes Chapel Road. 1 offence captured.
- Vehicle stop checked, possible drink driver. The driver provided a negative breath test, they were given words of advice regarding the manner of their driving.

Parking/highway Obstructions
Lostock Gralam
- Concerns raised about vehicles parking on the pavements on Townshend Road and Langford Road. Patrols to take place to monitor the parking and appropriate action taken to deal with any offences.
Lach Dennis/Lostock Green
- Concerns raised about the parking on Birches Lane around the Crematorium when a large funeral was taking place.
- Concerns raised about HGV’s using Birches Lane to access the WS Storage site.
Lower Peover
- No reports received.
Allostock
- No reports received.
Byley
- No reports received.
Sproston
- No reports received.

Schools
- Visits to Lostock Gralam, Byley and Lower Peover schools, to chat with staff to discuss any concerns /problems and provide reassurance.

Weekly PCSO surgeries
Wednesday 7th February, between 10am – 11am.
Costa Coffee, Lostock Gralam.

Monday 12th February, between 3pm – 4pm.
Hulme Lane, Lower Peover. A Police vehicle to be parked near to the shop.

Saturday 17th February, between 2pm – 3pm.
Lostock Green Chapel, Birches Lane. A Police vehicle to be parked outside the chapel.

Wednesday 28th February, between 2pm - 3pm.
Princess Road, Allostock. A Police vehicle will be parked near to the play area.

Monday 4th March, between 4pm – 5pm.
Costa Coffee, Lostock Gralam.
Everyone is welcome to come along to say hello and discuss any local issues or concerns.
I am aware that not everyone will be able to attend these surgeries, if you wish to raise any concerns please complete the Residents Voice Survey on the Cheshire Police Website, search for Residents Voice Northwich, and when completing the survey, the Policing area is Shakerley.

PCSO Phil Hambleton
Shakerley Police Beat Team

We will be holding a Police Surgery today, Monday, 12th February, between 2pm and 3pm on Hulme Lane, Lower Peover, a police vehicle will be parked near to the shop, if you would like to raise any issues or concerns within the local community.
Alternatively please complete a residents voice survey on Cheshire Police Website, https://orlo.uk/1hqJv Local Poling Unit is Northwich and the area is Shakerley, Thank You.