Devon & Cornwall Police

Rural road safety roadshow, Haytor, 1 September 9am – 4pm
Devon & Cornwall Police, the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner and partner agencies are holding the first rural road safety roadshow at Haytor Car Park on the B3387 (TQ13 9XT) on September 1st from 9am to 4pm. All are welcome.
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... Special Constable Adam Bush from the Devon & Cornwall Police rural engagement team said: “The rural road network within Devon and Cornwall provides a unique environment, with narrow winding roads surrounded by stone walls and tall hedges, as well as open roads cutting through unfenced moorland.
“It also has a variety of users including agricultural, commuter, industrial and leisure traffic, the volume of which rises sharply in the summer due to the influx of tourists, often all sharing the roads at the same time.”
At greatest risk in this environment are motorcyclists, cyclists, horse riders, young and inexperienced drivers, drivers who are unfamiliar with rural roads and livestock.
Present from the police will be the rural engagement team, the Alliance Special Constables roads policing team and representatives of the Bikesafe and Speed Watch initiatives.
Police and Crime Commissioner Alison Hernandez said: “We are fortunate to live in such a beautiful area and having access to areas of outstanding natural beauty such as Dartmoor on our doorstep. When accessing these areas we must respect other road users to make for a safe environment for all who visit or work in the area.
External partners include the Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service with its Honest Truth driving simulator, Dartmoor Rangers, Institute of Advanced Motorists, Devon Advanced Motorcyclists, British Horse Society, Brake road safety charity and Dartmoor livestock protection officer.
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Five charged in connection to Barnstaple break-in
Charges include theft and driving whilst disqualified
Five people have been charged by police in connection to break-in that took place at a car rental store in North Devon.
... Police were called on the morning of Monday 27 August following reports of a break-in at the Metro Centre Car Hire on Mill Lane, Barnstaple. It is alleged that a Jaguar motor car and Vauxhall Corsa were stolen.
The two vehicles involved in the above crime have since been located and returned to their owners. Officers made a number of arrests in connection to this matter and have now charged five people.
Paulius Garbukas aged 18 from Rock Avenue, Barnstaple has been charged with two counts of burglary and is due before Exeter Magistrates Court today (29 August).
Stephanie Mason aged 18 from Roundswell, Barnstaple, Jack Salmon aged 18 from Rock Avenue, Barnstaple, and Aiden Wardell-Lewis aged 20 from Roundswell, Barnstaple have all been charged with three counts of theft of a motor vehicle, two counts of taking without consent, two counts of driving whilst disqualified and one count of criminal damage.
Mason, Salmon and Wardell-Lewis are all due to appear before Barnstaple Magistrates on Friday 28 September.
Jonathan Bowden aged 30 from Crosspark Close, Barnstaple has been charged with two counts of possession of offensive weapon.
He has since been released on police bail and is due to appear before Barnstaple Magistrates Court on Friday 14 September.
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Break-ins at Torpoint Rugby Club - Distinctive tobacco case may be linked
Do you recognise this distinctive tobacco case? Police believe it may be linked to a series of break-ins at Torpoint Rugby Club.
The rugby club has been targeted three times in the last few weeks with offenders forcing the front doors and windows, and damaging the roof.
... Once inside they have caused further criminal damage and stolen alcohol, plus optics from the bar area. The latest offence happened overnight on Sunday 19 August.
The break-ins have caused considerable distress to the club as well as costing hundreds of pounds in damage.
Police enquiries have located three areas of concern in local woods next to the club [pictured]. Officers have discovered burnt wood, drug paraphernalia, and various empty alcohol bottles similar to those stolen from the club.
Among the items found was a distinctive tiger tobacco case [pictured] which may be linked and police are asking anyone who recognises it or has seen someone with it to contact them.
Several youths have been reported as frequenting the area and police will be making enquiries in due course.
If anyone has information about the tobacco case or has seen or heard anything suspicious around the club in recent weeks, please contact police via 101@dc.police.uk or by phone on 101, quoting crime reference CR/075686/18.
Information can also be passed anonymously to Crimestoppers through 0800 555 111 or www.crimestoppers-uk.org https://goo.gl/BqVSmz
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Can you gather complex information together and solve problems?
We are recruiting for Police Staff Investigators (PSI) to safeguard and protect vulnerable people by investigating and detecting crime, and bringing offenders to justice.
As a PSI, you will be the investigating cases to the Professional Investigation Programme (PIP) – level 1 standards and legal requirements; conducting interviews with suspects, preparing and delivering relevant disclosure as well as carrying out... associated custody procedures.
Anyone interested in applying for the role should be aware that some of the cases you may investigate could involve Child Abuse, Vulnerable Adult Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Domestic Abuse, Sexual offences which may require the viewing of sensitive and disturbing images/video and audio.
For more information and to apply visit our website.
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Thank you to everyone who shared their views on the proposed merger by completing the survey.
The survey about the proposed creation of a new force incorporating Devon & Cornwall Police and Dorset Police is now closed.
We are grateful to those who took the time to complete it and asked us questions. The feedback will be taken into consideration when the final decision is made in the autumn.
... Find out more > www.futurepolicing.co.uk #FuturePolicing
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Fatal house fire, Hayle - Formal identification yet to take place
The fire service and police scenes of crime unit have assessed the scene of the fatal fire in Parc An Dix Lane, Phillack, Hayle which took place late on Friday 24th August.
Officers are not currently treating this fire as suspicious and a file will be prepared for the coroner.
... It is believed that the person who died was a local woman in her 80’s.
At this time no next of kin has been located, and formal identification has yet to be completed.
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Serious injury collision - A3082 at Four Turnings, Fowey
Police are appealing for witnesses and anyone with information following a serious collision near Fowey.
The incident happened at around 11.25pm on the A3082 Four Turnings, Fowey on Saturday 25 August.
... Two pedestrians were in collision with a white Peugeot as they walked along the side of the road. The car failed to stop at the scene.
A 42-year-old man from Liskeard sustained multiple life-threatening injuries and was taken to Derriford hospital by Search and Rescue helicopter. His condition is described as critical but stable.
A 43-year-old woman from Looe sustained serious injuries and was taken to Derriford hospital by land ambulance. She has since been released from hospital.
The vehicle and driver, a 28-year-old woman, were located a short time later. The vehicle was seized by officers and the woman was arrested on suspicion of driving whilst above the alcohol limit. She was taken into custody and later released under investigation pending further enquires.
The road was closed for four hours whilst emergency services attended the scene.
It’s believed that a BMW taxi, carrying passengers, was travelling behind the Peugeot and may have witnessed the incident. Officers are appealing for the driver and passengers to contact police.
Police are appealing for witnesses any anyone with information to contact police on 101@dc.police.uk or call 101 quoting log 1183 of 25 August.
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UPDATE 30 August
Collision - B3193 Clay Pitts Way, Kingsteignton
Three people have now died following a two car collision on Bank Holiday Monday.
... At around 5.45pm on 28 August, police received reports of a collision between two Jaguars on the B3193 Clay Pitts Way, Kingsteignton, in Devon.
The driver from one car, a 27-year-old man, and his passenger, a 17-year-old boy both from Chudleigh, died at the scene.
We have since been informed that the driver of the second car, a 60-year-old man from Chudleigh who was airlifted to Derriford with life changing injuries, died in the early hours of this morning in hospital.
Formal identification has yet to have taken place, but next of kin for all involved have been informed.
Police are still appealing for witnesses and would like to hear from anyone who saw either car prior to the collision.
Anyone with any information that can assist the Serious Collisions Unit with their investigation is asked to email 101@dc.police.uk quoting log number 771 for the 27 of August.
ORIGINAL POST 28 August
Two dead following Kingsteignton collision
Formal identification yet to have taken place
Two people have died and one remains in a critical condition following a two car collision on Bank Holiday Monday.
At around 5.45pm, police received reports of a collision between two Jaguars on the B3193 Clay Pitts Way, Kingsteignton, in Devon.
The driver, a 27-year-old man, and his passenger, a 17-year-old boy both from Chudleigh, died at the scene. Formal identification has yet to have taken place, but next of kin for both parties have been informed.
The driver of the second car, a man in his 60’s also from Chudleigh has suffered life-changing injuries and was airlifted to Derriford Hospital.
Anyone with any information that can assist the Serious Collisions Unit with their investigation is asked to email 101@dc.police.uk quoting log number 771 for the 27 of August.
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Why call when you don't have to? This bank holiday weekend, if you need contact the police and it's not an emergency go online - dc.police.uk/ClickB4UCall https://goo.gl/vC4N71

Domestic abuse doesn't stop during the holiday season, including Bank Holidays.
Some people who may be able to help are:
Doctors and nurses... Police Victim care unit Your local council Specialist support agencies
If you've suffered any kind of abuse and would like help, click on the link for information about the places and people that can offer advice about your situation.
https://goo.gl/pHosnB
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Why call when you don't have to?
This bank holiday weekend, if you need contact the police and it's not an emergency go online - dc.police.uk/ClickB4UCall https://goo.gl/DCsc4U https://goo.gl/DCsc4U

Stay safe on holiday this summer with simple safety tips from Devon and Cornwall Police:
- Don’t leave valuables in your car and secure your vehicle when unattended. - Keep your mobile phone in a safe place. - Don’t leave your bags unattended.
... Other holiday safety tips include: secure your vehicle/caravan/room/tent and do not leave any valuables on display; keep your vehicle keys in a safe place and use personal safes where provided.
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Help keep Devon, Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly a safe place to visit this spring and summer: • Always lock your vehicle • Close vehicle doors and windows • Never leave valuables in your vehicle • Park in a safe and well lit area
... #LockYourCar
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Why call when you don't have to?
This bank holiday weekend, if you need contact the police and it's not an emergency go online - dc.police.uk/ClickB4UCall https://goo.gl/FZPzFd

As well as #iTunes gift cards fraudsters also use #Steam cards to scam people out of money. NEVER give numbers on gift cards to someone you don't know. If you think you've been a victim of fraud report it: www.actionfraud.police.uk / call 0300 123 2040 More: https://goo.gl/CtkV7C

Always question unrequested or unexpected requests for your personal or financial information in case it’s a scam. Even if someone knows your basic details e.g name & address it doesn’t mean they are genuine #StayTunedToFraud Read about gift card fraud: https://goo.gl/vezvUC

Robbery, Shaldon - One man arrested, police appeal for witnesses
Detectives are appealing for witnesses following a knifepoint robbery at a Shaldon gift shop.
The robbery happened at a shop in Ness Drive around 5.30pm on Friday 17 August.
... A man arrived on a bicycle, before covering his face and threatening staff members with a knife. He demanded cash and staff handed over around £400 from the till.
The suspect then made off on the bicycle.
No-one was injured in the robbery but staff members were left very shaken by the incident.
An 18-year-old man from Shaldon has been arrested on suspicion of robbery. He has been released under investigation pending further enquiries.
Police are investigating and are keen to speak to any witnesses or anyone who has information about the incident.
Detective Constable Tim Lavercombe, of Newton Abbot CID, said: “This is a serious, cowardly and desperate act, and detectives are considering all possible lines of enquiry. We would like to hear from anyone who witnessed this incident or saw a man on a bicycle acting suspiciously in the area at the time of the offence.”
Anyone with any information is asked to contact police via 101@dc.police.uk or by phone on 101, quoting crime reference number CR/075180/18.
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