Officers investigating the abduction of two women have located a man in connection with the incident.
The man has been secured by officers in an isolated area of Congleton and is currently talking to trained negotiators.
There remains an increased police presence in the local area.
The two women abducted in Congleton were not injured. However, they have been left extremely shaken as a result of their ordeal and are currently being supported by specially trained officers.
New outpatients facility opens at Leighton Hospital
A new state-of-the-art facility for outpatients has opened at Leighton Hospital in Crewe.
Man convicted of historic sexual abuse in Wilmslow
A man has been found guilty of sexually abusing a child in Wilmslow.
Man given indefinite hospital order after killing his estranged mother
A man who killed his estranged mother in Macclesfield has been given an indefinite hospital order.
Fire in Macclesfield Forest
Firefighters are still dealing with a large woodland and grass fire in Macclesfield Forest.
Statement on revised Best Value Notice
The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) has today issued a revised Non-Statutory Best Value Notice to Cheshire East Council.
Two further suspects arrested following serious allegations at a religious group in Crewe
Detectives investigating reports of serious offences involving members of a religious group in Crewe have arrested two further suspects.
Changes to Blue Badge parking arrangements at Victoria Infirmary
From Tuesday 1st September 2026, Blue Badge holders visiting the Victoria Infirmary in Northwich will no longer need to register their vehicle details in advance.
Crewe man jailed following £27,000 international cannabis operation
A man from Crewe, who ran a cannabis distribution operation from his bedroom, has been jailed for over three years.
Northwich man banned from shops across the town
A prolific offender from Northwich has been banned from entering shops across the town for five years.
Convicted rapist extradited to UK to serve prison sentence
A man who fled the country after being convicted of rape, child neglect, and controlling and coercive behaviour has been extradited back to the UK to serve his prison sentence.
Residents will benefit from longer operating hours, new Saturday journeys and improved links to the wider bus and rail network when the timetable changes are introduced for the Winsford circular bus service W7 operated by D&G Bus from 1st September.
New hospital and more care closer to home at heart of Mid Cheshire's ten-year vision
Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has unveiled an ambitious ten-year strategy that will see a new hospital developed alongside more care delivered closer to home for local communities.
Beech Hall Swimmers Tackle 228-Mile Marathon for Mencap
Over one hundred Beech Hall School pupils, parents, grandparents and friends recently took to the water for their annual 24-hour Swimfest challenge, demonstrating phenomenal grit and determination to raise an impressive £3,000 for Mencap.
Cheshire Constabulary listed as one of the top performing forces in the country
Cheshire has been placed in the top performing group of forces in a new report published by HMICFRS today (Thursday 16th July).
Cheshire East parks achieve Green Flag success
Cheshire East's parks and green spaces have once again been recognised among the country's best after securing Green Flag Awards for a number of sites across the borough, including a first award for The Carrs in Wilmslow.
Tree surgeon presented with Chief Fire Officer's Commendation for saving woman from house fire
A man who risked his own life to rescue an elderly woman from a house fire in Macclesfield has been presented with a prestigious Chief Fire Officer's Commendation from Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service.
Man and woman sentenced for drugs offences in Crewe
Two individuals have been sentenced for drugs offences in the Crewe area.
Friends for Leisure Announces Charity Gala Dinner
Friends for Leisure, an Cheshire East charity supporting children and young people with additional needs and disabilities, is inviting businesses, supporters and members of the local community to come together for a special fundraising gala dinner celebrating the charity's 30th anniversary.
Congleton Pride 2026
This year’s Congleton Pride event takes place on Saturday 18th July in Congleton Town Hall, with a full day of entertainment for all the family.
Council celebrates supported internship graduates as programme creates pathways to employment
Young people who have successfully completed a supported internship through a council-led scheme have been celebrated in a special graduation ceremony.
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