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.
Council calls for more foster carers of teenagers and siblings during Foster Care Fortnight
As Foster Care Fortnight (11th – 24th May) begins, Cheshire East Council is calling on residents to step forward as foster carers, highlighting a growing need for support for teenagers and sibling groups.
Police appeal for information after a man was found with unexplained injuries in Sandbach
Detectives are investigating an incident where a man was found with serious injuries in Sandbach.
Clean Team Conference celebrates community pride and share best practice
Clean Teams from across Cheshire East came together recently for a dedicated Clean Team Conference – celebrating the incredible impact their volunteers have in helping to keep local communities clean and litter-free.
Digital Cheshire Supports Over 400 Businesses Through Specialist Digital Masterclasses
Digital Cheshire has marked a major milestone, having supported more than 400 small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across the region with specialist digital masterclasses.
Council sets out new approach to improving standards for renters
Cheshire East Council has agreed a new approach to improving standards in the private rented sector, including how it will use government funding and updated powers to better protect tenants.
GREAT TRAIN ROBBERY VICTIM’S SISTER WINS £333K
The sister of a Great Train Robbery victim has landed £333,333 on the Postcode Lottery – more than six decades after her late brother was beaten during Britain’s most infamous heist.
11th person arrested following serious allegations at a religious group in Crewe
Officers investigating reports of serious offences alleged to have involved members of a religious group in Crewe, have now arrested an 11th person.
Man charged with multiple offences committed in Sandbach
A 29-year-old man has been charged with multiple offences in Sandbach.
Knutsford Town Awards Winners 2026
Knutsford’s community heroes for 2026 were recognised at the 2026 Knutsford Town Awards last week.
Local Councillor celebrates fifty years serving Cheshire
Brian Silvester was first elected as a Local Councillor in May 1976.
Grand Spring Sale at Macclesfield Silk Museum
Following the overwhelming success of last year’s inaugural plant sale, The Silk Museum is delighted to announce an expanded two-day fundraising event this weekend.
Three men charged following ATM attack in Poynton
Three men who were arrested following an ATM attack at a supermarket in Poynton have now been charged.
Police appeal for witnesses following serious collision in Moreton
Police are appealing for witnesses following a serious collision in Moreton.
Searches concluded at Webb House in Crewe
Officers investigating reports of serious offences alleged to have involved members of a religious group called the Ahmadi Religion of Peace and Light, have now concluded their searches at Webb House in Crewe.
New Towns Consultation
Cheshire East Council’s corporate policy committee has agreed to formally respond to the Government’s public consultation on New Towns.
Plans move forward to shape Crewe’s future growth over next 20 years
Work is moving forward on setting out the next phase of Crewe’s development and building on the major regeneration activity already delivered – supporting future ambitions for Crewe to become the ‘best small city in Europe by 2050’.
Van conversion fraudster sentenced after pocketing thousands
A Crewe businessman has been successfully prosecuted for fraud relating to a campervan conversion business.
Man found guilty of stalking his ex with fake Tinder profile
A man who faked his ex-girlfriend’s Tinder profile to entice multiple men to her address to rape her has been found guilty.
Man banned from shops in Crewe under terms of a Criminal Behaviour Order.
A man from Crewe has been banned from various shops in the town following the successful application of a Criminal Behaviour Order.
Slavery and Trafficking risk orders granted following serious allegations involving religious group in Crewe
Five people who were arrested in relation to serious offences involving members of a religious group in Crewe have now been issued with interim Slavery and Trafficking risk orders.
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