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.
Celebration as final link on 11-mile key cycle route is completed
The final link to one of the North West’s key walking and cycling routes is complete, connecting Macclesfield to Greater Manchester along a rural route of outstanding natural beauty.
Winners of the 2024 Town Awards announced
The Knutsford community celebrated its town heroes on Tuesday (23rd April) at the annual Town Awards.
People of all ages and abilities urged to tackle Mow Cop Killer Mile
The Mow Cop Killer Mile is back for 2024 and has received a £500 boost from a generous local supermarket and its customers.
Closure order granted for property in Northwich
A property in Northwich which was reported to have been involved in anti-social behaviour has been closed by police.
Latest figures show crime in Cheshire continues to fall
New figures released by the Office for National Statistics show that Cheshire continues to be one of the safest places across England and Wales.
LOCAL MP CALLS FOR URGENT ACTION TO ADDRESS HOSPICE FUNDING INEQUALITY
Edward Timpson, MP for Eddisbury, has raised concerns about the funding situation for hospices in Cheshire, highlighting in particular the challenges faced by St Luke's Hospice.
Appeal for witnesses following collision in Crewe
Officers investigating a collision in Crewe are appealing for any witnesses to get in touch with them.
Appeal for information following serious collision in Holmes Chapel
Police are appealing for witnesses and video footage following a serious collision in Holmes Chapel.
North West rail improvements planned this May Bank Holiday
Passengers travelling on the West Coast main line and North West rail routes are being advised to check before they travel ahead of important railway upgrades over the early May Bank Holiday.
Nantwich Food Festival invites new volunteers to special event
The Nantwich Food Festival is organised and run by volunteers, however some of the usual volunteers are no longer able to help because of their changing circumstances. Their invaluable work still needs to be done, so the Festival is now asking anyone who may be interested in volunteering to step forward.
Poppy dresses like her NHS receptionist mum for hero-themed fundraiser
An NHS receptionist told how her ‘heart melted’ when daughter Poppy chose to dress in her mum’s work outfit for a hero-themed school fundraiser.
Woman charged following assault in Crewe
Officers investigating an assault in Crewe have charged a woman in relation to the incident.
Northwich man charged with supplying illegal drugs
Officers from Northwich Local Policing Unit have charged a man in connection with the supply of illegal drugs in the town.
White Ribbon Talk at Breakfast Group
Congleton Town Council’s White Ribbon Ambassador Jonathan Dakin joined the All Saints Parish Breakfast Group at St John’s recently to give a talk about the White Ribbon campaign.
Prolific offender ordered to adhere to three-year Criminal Behaviour Order
A prolific shoplifter from Crewe has been banned from entering a number of convenience stores across the town as part of efforts to tackle his offending.
Cheshire firefighters to deliver vital vehicles and equipment for Ukrainian firefighters
Three fire engines and a midi fire engine, donated by Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service, join the largest UK fire and rescue convoy yet, delivering vital vehicles and equipment for Ukrainian firefighters
Winsford man jailed for county lines drug dealing
A county lines drug dealer has been jailed following an investigation by detectives from Northwich Proactive Policing Team.
Man jailed after sharing intimate and private images of woman
A man who shared intimate and private images of a woman which had been taken nearly two decades ago has been jailed.
Man charged with shoplifting offences in Crewe and Shavington
Officers from Crewe Local Policing Unit have charged a man in connection with a number of shoplifting offences in Crewe and Shavington.
Cheshire Constabulary dispels myth on ‘typical’ stalker
Cheshire Constabulary is dispelling the myth around a ‘typical stalker’ in a bid to raise awareness on what stalking is and keep people safe.
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