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.
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Police appeal for witnesses following serious collision in Goostrey
Cheshire Police are appealing for witnesses following a serious collision in Goostrey.
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As part of the on-going phased regeneration of Winsford Town Centre, Cheshire West and Chester Council’s Cabinet will discuss new funding to support the next phase of development at its November meeting.
Ahead of his retirement, Chief Constable Mark Roberts has donated £25,000 to two organisations closely supported by the Constabulary.
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Congleton burglar jailed
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Congleton in Bloom turns its attention to St Peter’s Church
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Thousands of illegal cigarettes and a large quantity of illicit tobacco have been seized during a joint operation carried out by Cheshire West and Chester Council, Police and HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC).
A Health Scare, a Fresh Start: How Janet and Steph Became Smoke-Free Together
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Search begins for developer to deliver next phase of Crewe town centre regeneration
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Police appeal for witnesses and dash cam following Crewe fail to stop collision
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Garden waste subscriptions open for 2027 with new automatic renewal option
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Open Events Welcome Record Number of Prospective Students
Cheshire College – South & West and Macclesfield College welcomed a record-breaking number of prospective students and their families to their first Open Events since officially merging in August.
Knutsford Town Council has announced the appointment of Dr Mark Bailey as its next Town Clerk.
Man jailed for dangerous driving following 100mph pursuit
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BARING ALL FOR MENTAL HEALTH
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