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.
Crewe man sentenced for online child sexual offences
A man from Crewe has been jailed for online child sexual offences.
Supporters join Cheshire disability charity to celebrate grand opening of Wingate Holidays
Supporters joined The Wingate Centre’s team to celebrate the grand opening of Wingate Holidays, the Cheshire disability charity’s brand-new, fully accessible holiday accommodation in Wrenbury, near Nantwich.
New Congleton CID team goes from strength to strength
Six months ago, Congleton Local Policing Unit formed its own dedicated Pro-active CID, and it has been going from strength to strength.
Children and families in Cheshire to benefit from new Child Focused Courts approach
Children and families across Cheshire are set to benefit from a major new approach to family justice designed to reduce delays, improve support for victims of domestic abuse, and ensure children's voices are heard throughout court proceedings.
Appeal for information following serious collision in Crewe
Police are appealing for witnesses and video footage following a serious collision in Crewe.
How is smoking impacting your health?
Stoptober is the Department of Health & Social Care’s annual quit smoking campaign, designed to encourage and support people who smoke to make a quit attempt.
Work to begin on phase 2 of Manchester Road Active Travel scheme
New crossings, cycleway improvements and enhanced walking routes will be delivered as part of phase 2 of the Manchester Road Active Travel scheme, with construction due to begin on Monday 5th October.
Investigation launched following allegations of historic sexual abuse
Detectives from Cheshire Police have launched an investigation following allegations of historic sexual abuse.
Sixty years after the former Northwich Market opened, a new chapter begins with the opening of a brand-new market at Barons Quay.
Eleven Years of Christmas for the Community – Buxton’s Community Helping Community
For the Community is preparing for its 11th Christmas supporting people across Buxton and the surrounding area, continuing a project that began with one simple idea: nobody should have to face Christmas without food, company or community.
Victoria Infirmary Outpatients rated Good by the Care Quality Commission
Outpatient services at Victoria Infirmary in Northwich have been rated Good by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) following a recent assessment.
Two Years Without Sunday Trains - Congleton Campaigners Demand Action
Rail campaigners will gather at Congleton Station at 11am on Sunday 20th September to mark a frustrating milestone – two years since the last Sunday train stopped at Congleton.
Residents invited to have their say on plans to clamp down on anti-social drivers
Cheshire East Council is clamping down on anti-social drivers following repeated incidents across the borough.
Cheshire East Council highlights business success at award-winning Need Golf visit
Cheshire East Council visited Need Golf Centre as part of its Made in Cheshire East campaign, highlighting the businesses and organisations helping to drive economic growth, attract visitors and strengthen the borough's reputation as a place to live, work, invest and do business.
One You Cheshire East leads Falls Prevention Awareness Week events
One You Cheshire East is encouraging local residents to take positive steps towards preventing falls by attending a series of free events during Falls Prevention Awareness Week.
Man jailed for breach of Sexual Harm Prevention Order
A man has been jailed after breaching his Sexual Harm Prevention Order by staying at an address where a child was present and not notifying police.
Two men charged following disturbances in Winsford
Detectives have charged two men with a variety of offences following two incidents in Winsford.
THE SILK MUSEUM ANNOUNCES MACCLESFIELD AND THE BAYEUX
Macclesfield and The Bayeux: A Tale of Two Tapestries is a major exhibition and series of events.
Five people arrested following drugs warrant in Winsford
Officers have arrested five people in relation to the supply of illegal drugs following a warrant in Winsford.
Seven men charged following a disturbance at Middlewich address
Seven men have been charged and an eighth remains in police custody following a disturbance at an address in Middlewich over the weekend.
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