Family of PC Ian Minett, who died while on duty last month, has released a statement
16:48 03/07/2025"PC 255080 we salute you"
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"PC 255080 we salute you"
A second man fled the scene and enquiries are ongoing to locate him
A man aged in his 20s has been arrested in connection with the incident
Officers climbed over a fence to catch the man
Martin Foley was jailed for three years for arson, making threats to kill and assaulting an emergency worker
The team are focussing on intelligence gathering and taking action to target those on illegal e bikes and scooters.
Issued 01 June 2025
Operations have been taking place, where different tactics have been used to identify those on illegal e bikes and scooters, gathering intelligence. Warrants have taken place , linked to those using the Bikes for drug dealing, carrying out ASB and stealing the bikes to re-sell. This work continues as intelligence is gathered. UPDATE one has been arrested for Theft of Bicycle and in a search of home address, Electric Bicycles were found. A daily SCAN on incidents reporting ASB of electric Bikes and Scooters is taking place and local PCSO is collating the information to organise summer operations to target this ASB.
Actioned 27 June 2025
The team are focussing on crime prevention for bicycle theft and Burglaries in the area.
Issued 15 May 2025
Bike Marking Extravaganzas continue into the Summer months, to encourage the Community to protect their bikes, so we can identify them if taken. Burglaries, especially theft of Bicycles from Garages has seen a significant increase over the last month and PCSOs continue to carry out local reassurance patrols, carry out House to House enquiries for any evidence opportunities. Community Alerts are being sent out to warn the community when these crimes occur. We recommend that the Community Signs up to the Community Alert Scheme, to be up to date of what is happening in their area. Work behind the scenes continues to deter and solve Acquisitive crime in the area
Actioned 27 June 2025
Cheltenham has seen an increase in Theft from Motor Vehicles, mainly from Vehicles that have been left unlocked and with valuables left in them and on display
Issued 15 May 2025
An offender has been arrested and was charged with 11 Theft from Motor Vehicles and admitted numerous others. He was responsible for 58% of TFMV. He currently is serving time in Prison.
Actioned 27 June 2025
There has been an increase of reports of Neighbourly disputes, which the Team are dealing with , along side our Partners especially Housing, who often take the lead in these Neighbour disputes.
Issued 15 April 2025
The Local PCSO is working with Housing to find solutions for all the parties involved in Neighbourhood disputes. Community Resolutions between all parties is often the way forward, however sometimes working with housing a move is looked at. Work continues based on each individual dispute.
Actioned 27 June 2025