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.
Macclesfield Road in Rainow opens following major repair works
The B5470 Macclesfield Road between Ginclough and Kettleshulme has reopened to traffic ahead of schedule, following the completion of a complex, large-scale highway repair scheme.
Riseley House Care Home in Macclesfield
Cheshire East Council is aware of public speculation regarding the future use of Riseley House Care Home in Macclesfield.
Family pay tribute to "full of light" teenager who was found dead at Pickmere Lake
The family of David Tita Jr, who was sadly found dead at Pickmere Lake on Tuesday, have paid tribute to him.
Man jailed for sexually assaulting multiple women across Cheshire and Manchester
A sexual predator who targeted women while they shopped in Cheshire and Greater Manchester has been jailed.
E-bikes and scooters seized following road safety day of action across Crewe
Officers in Crewe have seized a number of illegal e-bikes and e-scooters and recovered a stolen car following a road safety day of action across the town that also saw the force speed camera van deployed.
Care professionals and nurses kick off for local NHS charity at Macclesfield Football Club
Wilmslow-based Carefound Home Care is set to bring the community together for its third annual charity football match this July, with all proceeds this year dedicated to supporting East Cheshire NHS Charity.
The Mayor of Knutsford launches first two fundraising events
The Mayor of Knutsford, Cllr Peter Coan, is launching the first two fundraising events of his term, bringing people together in support of local charities: Men’s Shed Knutsford and the four Knutsford primary schools PTAs.
Man charged after Knutsford assaults
A 38-year-old man from Handforth has been charged with assault by beating and section 18 grievous bodily harm with intent following an incident in Knutsford.
Local eight-year-old running 90km to support Macclesfield Hospital’s Children’s Ward
Eight-year-old Joseph is proving you’re never too young to make a difference by running 90km over three months to raise vital funds for the Children’s Ward at Macclesfield Hospital.
Chief Constable Mark Roberts has donated £20,000 to registered charity Cheshire Crimebeat on behalf of the Constabulary ahead of Coordinator Mark Watson’s retirement.
Body found in search for missing boy in Northwich
Police in Northwich have sadly located a body believed to be that of a missing young boy.
Share your thoughts on Cheadle Market development
Cheadle’s Market Hall and Square are changing – and we want to hear your insights and ideas on how this space is developed to best serve the community.
Man charged following serious assault in Knutsford
A man has been charged following a serious assault in Knutsford.
Do you want to help shape policing in Cheshire?
Want to challenge how policing decisions are made? Not afraid to ask tough questions?
Residents thanked for recycling efforts as council invites ideas to inspire others
Residents across Cheshire East are being thanked for their efforts to recycle right and reduce waste – and are now being encouraged to share their suggestions to inspire others.
Man jailed for multiple assaults and driving offences
A man has been jailed for more than two-and-a-half years for multiple assaults and driving offences.
Man identified following Nantwich house fire
A man who was found dead following a fire at an address in Nantwich has now been formally identified
Crewe man jailed for online grooming
A man who pretended to be a 15-year-old boy online in order to groom a teenage girl has been jailed.
Wilmslow woman to run half-marathon in memory of late GP sister
A Wilmslow resident who lost her GP sister to bowel cancer will run a half marathon this weekend to raise vital funds for Bowel Cancer UK, the UK’s leading bowel cancer charity.
Investigation launched following fatal house fire in Nantwich
Police have launched an investigation following the death of a man at an address in Nantwich.
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