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 celebrates Bidlea Dairy’s farm-to-bottle success story
Cheshire East Council visited Bidlea Dairy near Holmes Chapel last week, to celebrate the success of one of the borough’s most innovative farm-to-bottle businesses.
Nantwich woman jailed for drug dealing
A woman from Nantwich has been jailed for more than five years after she admitted being involved in the supply of illegal drugs.
Cheshire PCC leads the way, making it easier for schools nationwide to go phone-free
Cheshire is leading the way in creating distraction-free classrooms, with three quarters of its state high schools now either using or planning to introduce lockable phone pouches.
Mayor of Knutsford's First Charity Fundraisers Raise Over £450 for Local Causes
The Mayor of Knutsford, Councillor Peter Coan, has successfully launched his mayoral fundraising programme, raising more than £450 through his first two charity fundraising events.
Family of a man who died in a collision in Crewe pay tribute to him
The family of a man who sadly died following a collision in Crewe have paid tribute to him.
Two people charged following Winsford collision
Police officers investigating a collision in Winford have charged two people in relation to the incident.
Four men jailed for string of car thefts across the country
Four men have been jailed after admitting conspiracy to steal cars across the country.
Cheshire Constabulary marks National Specials Weekend with county-wide day of action
Volunteer police officers from across Cheshire came together on Saturday 6th June to support a force-wide day of action as part of National Specials Weekend, demonstrating the vital role they play in keeping communities safe.
Be the BIG difference - Join Cheshire East’s Waste and Recycling Team
Cheshire East are looking for people who want to play a part in creating a cleaner, greener borough, as it prepares for the rollout of weekly food waste collections.
Have your say on social housing allocations
Cheshire East Council is reviewing how social housing is prioritised and allocated across the borough.
£1m water mains project in Wincham
United Utilities is inviting residents in Wincham to learn more about a £1m project to upgrade the water pipes in the local area.
Winsford man found guilty of rape
A man from Winsford has been found guilty of rape, assault and two counts of controlling and coercive behaviour.
Planning application approved for new Crewe Hospital
Mid-Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has been given the green light to build a state-of-the-art hospital in Crewe.
Appeal for information following Barnton burglary
Police are appealing for witnesses and video footage following a burglary at a residential address in Barnton.
Football fans encouraged to celebrate responsibly during this year’s World Cup
With the World Cup 2026 getting underway on 11th June, football fans across Cheshire are being reminded to enjoy the tournament safely and responsibly.
More than 8,800 drivers caught running red lights in Cheshire
More than 8,800 motorists were caught running red lights across Cheshire in the past three years.
East Cheshire NHS Trust prepares for significant disruption ahead of four-day resident doctor strike
East Cheshire NHS Trust is advising the public to prepare for a period of major service disruption following the announcement of a four-day walkout by resident doctors.
Crewe man charged with theft and drugs offences
A man from Crewe has been charged with theft and drug possession offences.
Crewe man jailed for violent behaviour towards his partner
A man from Crewe has been jailed for his repeated violent behaviour towards his partner.
Work to formally begin on Cheshire East’s new Local Plan
Work is set to formally begin on developing a new Local Plan for Cheshire East – the blueprint for how the borough will grow and thrive well into the 2040s.
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