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Suffolk Police launch Christmas drink-drive campaign
Suffolk emergency services have launched their annual Christmas campaign targeting drink and drug drivers, with enhanced testing capabilities funded by National Highways.News
More than 600 knives surrendered in Suffolk police amnesty
Suffolk residents handed in over 600 knives during a week-long amnesty as part of a police operation targeting knife crime. Operation Sceptre also saw three shops fail age verification checks for knife sales.News
Three shops caught selling knives to under-18s in Suffolk
Three retailers in Suffolk have been reported to Trading Standards after selling knives to underage customers during police checks. The failed test purchases were part of Operation Sceptre, a week-long knife crime initiative.News
Ipswich man admits attacking police and carrying knife
A 21-year-old man will be sentenced after admitting assaulting two police officers and carrying a knife in Ipswich. Xander Butler was remanded in custody following his court appearance.News
Questions over true scale of honour-based abuse as Suffolk cases drop
While Suffolk has reported fewer honour-based abuse cases, experts warn the decrease might mask a concerning trend of under-reporting and misclassification of these serious crimes.News
Ex-partner admits murdering Courtney Mitchell in Ipswich stabbing
A 27-year-old Ipswich man has pleaded guilty to murdering his former partner in a knife attack on Burrell Road earlier this year. Logan Burnett admitted killing Courtney Mitchell, 26, when he appeared at Ipswich Crown Court on Monday.News
Police confident Woodbridge Road stabbing on Friday night was targeted attack
Suffolk Police have moved to reassure residents after a stabbing in Woodbridge Road on Friday evening, stating there is "no wider threat to the local community."News
Suffolk police call on the public to challenge "toxic, misogynistic behaviours and attitudes against women and girls"
With 70% of UK women experiencing sexual harassment in public, Suffolk Police is calling on members of the public to challenge unacceptable and outdated attitudes and behaviours.News
Man found guilty of murdering two-year-old Isabella Jonas-Wheildon in Ipswich
A 24-year-old man has been convicted of murdering a two-year-old girl at temporary accommodation in Ipswich, while the child's mother was found guilty of causing or allowing her death. Both were also convicted of child cruelty after tests found traces of cocaine and cannabis in the toddler's system.News
Ipswich man charged with intentional sexual touching
A 43-year-old man from Ipswich has been charged with intentional sexual touching following an incident in June. Lee Proctor will appear before magistrates in December.News
Police appeal for witnesses and dash cam footage after female cyclist sustained serious head injuries in a collision at Copdock
Suffolk Police are urging witnesses and drivers with dash cam footage to come forward following a serious collision between a cyclist and car at Copdock on Sunday.News
Community invited to discuss anti-social behaviour with police at Anglia Retail Park
Ipswich residents can meet with with their local police officers and anti-social behaviour teams at an informal drop-in session being held at Anglia Retail Park.News
Police seize e-scooter from rider on Bramford Road
Police officers have confiscated an e-scooter from a male rider on Bramford Road, Ipswich, after finding him using it illegally.News
Police clear litter from Hawthorn Drive basketball court
Officers on patrol collected three bags of rubbish, including empty vodka bottles and cider cans, from Hawthorn Drive basketball court in south-west Ipswich on Sunday.News
Romanian community joins police to tackle anti-social behaviour
Members of Ipswich's Romanian community joined police and council officials on Cornhill today as police look to tackle anti-social behaviour in a week-long campaign.News
Ipswich man, 92, arrested over 1967 Bristol murder
A 92-year-old man from the Ipswich area has been arrested in connection with an unsolved murder and rape case from 1967. The arrest follows a forensic review of the death of Louisa Dunne, 75, who was found dead in her Bristol home.News
Ipswich man found guilty of stalking and death threats
A 40-year-old man has been convicted of stalking and making threats to kill after targeting a woman in Ipswich.News
Police vehicle involved in Ipswich motorcycle collision
Suffolk Police have confirmed one of their vehicles was involved in a collision with a motorcycle in Ipswich.News
Repeat offender, 20, given suspended prison sentence and extended disqualification for driving while banned again
An Ipswich man banned from driving until 2027 has had his disqualification extended by more than four years after being caught behind the wheel again. Thomas Gillingham, 20, was given a suspended prison sentence at Ipswich Magistrates Court.News
Police bring street surgery to Sprites Ward shopfront
Ipswich Police are taking their community engagement directly to residents with a pop-up street surgery in Sprites Ward. The initiative aims to make officers more accessible to local residents.News
Week of action to tackle anti-social behaviour in Suffolk
Suffolk police is launching a week of action to combat anti-social behaviour across the county. The campaign, running from November 18-25, will see increased police presence and community engagement activities.News
Police issue conflicting information in Ipswich sexual assault investigation
Police are facing questions after issuing conflicting information about the timing of a serious sexual assault in Ipswich, with house-to-house enquiries citing different hours than those given in press statements.News
Woman seriously sexually assaulted at Ipswich bus stop
Police are investigating after a woman was alleged to have been seriously sexually assaulted at a bus stop in Ipswich in the early hours of Sunday morning.News
Serious crash closes road near Copdock
A key road in Copdock is closed following a serious collision between a car and cyclist. Emergency services are at the scene near the junction with Wenham Road.News
Four arrested over night-time cigarette heist
Police tracked and arrested four suspects at Copdock Interchange retail park following a reported break-in at an Ipswich industrial estate in the early hours of Friday morning.News
'I had to help her': Ipswich man's extraordinary act of courage earns national recognition
When Robert Bray saw a woman being attacked with a hammer on Playford Road, he didn't hesitate to put himself in harm's way. Now his remarkable bravery has earned him both a gold medal at the National Police Chiefs Council's Police Public Bravery Awards and the prestigious Binney Medal for exceptional courage.News
Driver caught with fake insurance documents in Ipswich police operation
A BMW driver has been caught presenting fake insurance documents during a police operation in Ipswich. The vehicle was seized after officers discovered the driver had edited an expired insurance certificate.News
Illegal tobacco and vapes seized in Ipswich and Stowmarket raids
Trading Standards officers have seized more than 1,200 packets of tobacco and 270 vapes in raids on two shops in Ipswich and Stowmarket. A specially trained sniffer dog helped uncover the illegal goods.News
Man charged after urinating in Ipswich police van
A man arrested for street drinking caused criminal damage by urinating in a police van while being taken to custody. The 41-year-old was initially detained for breaching public drinking rules and refusing to identify himself to officers on Tavern Street.News
Regular police street meets tackling town centre drinking
Police and health outreach workers have begun regular street meets on Tavern Street to address concerns about anti-social behaviour. The initiative comes as the area near the Great White Horse and Tesco has been identified as a hotspot for street drinking.News
Stop, look, listen, live: Police teach vital road safety to nursery children
Young children at Hillside Nursery learned essential road safety rules through interactive sessions with police officers. The visit combined practical demonstrations with storytelling to help children understand safety messages.News
'Mindless stupidity' as third of drivers caught without seatbelts in Suffolk police operation
More than 80 drivers were caught not wearing seatbelts during a week-long police operation in Suffolk, where officers used an unmarked HGV cab to spot dangerous driving behaviours.News
Heavy load: HGV driver caught watching porn while driving 44-tonne truck
A lorry driver has been caught watching porn while driving one of the heaviest vehicles permitted on Suffolk's roads.News
Specialist police team conducts large operation at property near Norwich Road
Operation Sentinel officers were spotted carrying evidence following a large operation at a property near Norwich Road, Ipswich, as part of an "ongoing investigation" on Tuesday.News
Police seize car at Morrisons after antisocial driving report
A vehicle was seized at Morrisons in Sproughton after police spotted antisocial driving and discovered the driver had insufficient insurance documentation.News
What are your rights if your child is strip searched by police in Ipswich?
Following new data that revealed Suffolk police conducted 237 strip searches on under-18s in the last three years, we explain what parents and young people need to know about police search powers.Resource
Police make 59 arrests in Ipswich crime crackdown
A major police operation targeting serious crime and violence in Ipswich has led to 59 arrests and the seizure of dangerous weapons, including knives and a crossbow.News
Suffolk police have strip-searched 237 children since 2021
New figures reveal Suffolk Constabulary carried out 237 strip searches on under-18s over the past three years, with 43 searches conducted last year.News
Police warn of ATM skimming devices found in Ipswich town centre
Police are investigating three separate reports of card-skimming devices found on cash machines in Ipswich town centre over the past month.News
Suffolk police chiefs to hold final public meeting of the year online
Suffolk's Chief Constable and Police and Crime Commissioner will hold their last joint public meeting on Wednesday, November 6th.News
Police arrest 160 and seize £8m of drugs in major Suffolk crime crackdown
A joint police operation targeting organised crime in Suffolk and Norfolk has led to 160 arrests and the seizure of cannabis worth more than £8 million since February.News
Man, 75, cut free after lorry crash closes A1071 at Hintlesham in both directions
Firefighters had to cut a 75-year-old man free from his lorry after a crash between two HGVs near Hintlesham Fisheries on Tuesday morning.News
Police begin roadside vision tests as nights draw in
Suffolk drivers could have their licenses revoked on the spot if they fail roadside vision tests, which are being conducted as part of a winter safety campaign launching today.News
9 in 10 vehicles stopped in day-long Ipswich police operation had offences
Just 11 out of 101 vehicles checked during a major police operation in Ipswich on Tuesday were free from offences, showing widespread flouting of road safety laws.News
Suffolk's Chief Constable addresses country's highest "use of force" rate during stop and searches
Suffolk's Chief Constable Rachel Kearton has responded to data showing Suffolk has the highest "use of force" rate associated with stop and search in her latest column.News
£40,000 of equipment stolen from Stowupland Bowls Club
Police are investigating a high-value burglary at Stowupland Bowls Club where thieves stole approximately £40,000 worth of equipment. The incident is being linked to a similar burglary in Semer earlier this month.News
Murder suspect remanded in custody over death of Anita Rose
Roy Barclay has appeared in court charged with the murder of Anita Rose in Brantham. The 55-year-old man of no fixed abode was remanded in custody following hearings at both Ipswich Magistrates' Court and Crown Court on Wednesday.News
Multi-vehicle crash causing major delays on A12 between Capel St Mary and East Bergholt
Emergency services are dealing with a multi-vehicle crash involving an overturned lorry on the A12 northbound between Capel St Mary and East Bergholt, with motorists facing significant delays.News
Police launch new plan to tackle Tavern Street anti-social behaviour
Police officers in Ipswich have begun developing a strategy to address street drinking, antisocial behaviour, and violent crime on Tavern Street. Multiple agencies are joining forces to find long-term solutions.News
Three jailed after cocaine found in drug dealer's pants
Three men have been jailed for 24 months each after police found cocaine in a drug dealer's underwear following a routine traffic stop in Hadleigh.News
Man charged with the murder of Anita Rose
A 55-year-old man has been charged with the murder of Anita Rose, who died following an attack during her morning dog walk in Brantham in July. Roy Barclay, of no fixed abode, will appear before Ipswich Magistrates' Court on Wednesday.News
Police urge Ipswich drivers to lock vehicles as thefts continue
Suffolk Constabulary and Ipswich Borough Council have joined forces to tackle vehicle theft across Ipswich, warning that most crimes involve thieves targeting unlocked cars.News
£2m worth of drugs seized by specialist police team
Suffolk police say their Operation Sentinel teams made 471 arrests and stopped over 1,000 vehicles between April 2023 and March 2024. The force claims these teams are helping to disrupt organised crime in the county.News
Waterlily and Supper Club hit with temporary closure orders after drug and affray arrests
Police have issued temporary closure notices to two licensed premises in Ipswich following separate incidents over the weekend. The closures affect Waterlily on St Helen's Street and Supper Club on Tacket Street.News
Man arrested in Ipswich in Anita Rose murder investigation
Police have arrested a 55-year-old man in Ipswich on suspicion of murder in connection with the death of Anita Rose in Brantham.News
Spate of lorry fuel thefts sparks police warning
Suffolk Police are urging lorry drivers and haulage companies to be vigilant after a spate of fuel thefts from HGVs parked overnight along the A14 and A12 corridors.News
Two charged with multiple thefts across Ipswich
Police have arrested and charged a man and woman in connection with a series of thefts from stores in Ipswich over a five-day period.News
Increased police presence in town continues as part of Safer Business Week
Police have continued to step up operations in the town centre as part of Safer Business Week, targeting anti-social behaviour and supporting local businesses.News
Large police convoy including search and rescue team spotted in Bramford
A police convoy was seen moving through Ipswich on Wednesday, catching the attention of many local residents and drivers before stopping in Bramford.News
Concern as 99.5% of Suffolk stalking cases go unprosecuted
Stalking prosecutions in Suffolk dropped by over 40% last year, contrasting sharply with a record high across England and Wales. Experts warn this could deter victims from coming forward.News
Ipswich drug dealer jailed for cocaine supply and fake ID
A 26-year-old man has been sentenced to 31 months in prison for drug dealing and providing fraudulent documents to police in Ipswich.News
Police seize car in Ipswich after driver found without insurance
An uninsured driver in Ipswich had their car seized today after initially being stopped by police for parking issues.News
Police go litter picking amid 'intensified action' against county lines drug gangs
Ipswich Police launched a joint-litter picking mission with Ipswich Borough Council in Gippeswyk Park today, leaving some to wonder if this is the best use of resources in the fight against serious crime.News
Police warn of dangers and prosecutions as 'urban exploring' rises in Ipswich
Over 70 reports of young people trespassing in derelict buildings and on rooftops have been made to Ipswich Police since January. Officers are now issuing warnings and considering prosecutions for repeat offenders.News
Ipswich police and businesses unite to tackle retail crime ahead of Safer Business Week
Suffolk police hosted a forum to address retail crime, bringing together law enforcement, businesses, and community organisations. The event showcased collaborative efforts to protect staff and combat theft.News
Suffolk Police report increased community engagement with new model
Suffolk Constabulary claims its new policing approach has boosted community interactions and improved response times since launching in late 2023.News
Police renew appeal for 1993 murder of Karen Hales on BBC Crimewatch
Suffolk Police have renewed their appeal for information about the unsolved murder of Karen Hales in 1993. The case was featured on BBC's Crimewatch Live as investigators revealed new details about the suspects.News
Body recovered from River Orwell following Ipswich waterfront search
A man's body has been recovered from the River Orwell after a lengthy search operation at Ipswich's waterfront.News
Priory Heath police surgery takes place this morning
Ipswich residents in the Priory Heath ward will meet this morning with local police officers to discuss concerns and seek advice.News
Community awaits police update following rescue operation at Ipswich waterfront
Residents are waiting for news after emergency services conducted a lengthy rescue operation at the town's waterfront on Wednesday.News
Gun crime down by nearly 50% in Suffolk since 2020, despite national rise
Suffolk saw fewer gun-related crimes last year, despite England and Wales experiencing a third consecutive rise in firearm offences.News
Man charged with intent to supply drugs in Ipswich
A 22-year-old Ipswich man has been charged with possession with intent to supply class B drugs following an incident last month.News
Police launch campaign of "intensified action" against serious crime in Ipswich
Police are ramping up efforts to combat serious crime and violence in the town. The intensified action will focus on County Lines drug trafficking and related youth gang violence.News
Black people nearly six times more likely to be stopped and searched by Suffolk police
Suffolk Police stop and search practices show significant racial disparities, according to new Home Office figures.News
Police seek potential witness in Tesco Express armed robbery investigation
Suffolk police have released an image of a man they believe may have witnessed the recent armed robbery at Tesco Express in Ipswich.News
Police believe missing Ipswich teenager Maryam Darbous may be in London
The search for a missing 15-year-old girl from Ipswich has taken a new turn as police now believe she may be in London.News
Police appeal for help to find missing Ipswich teenager
A 15-year-old girl has been reported missing from her home in Ipswich, prompting a police appeal for information.News
Body found in Needham Lake during search for missing man
Police have recovered a man's body from Needham Lake following a weekend-long search operation. The death is not being treated as suspicious.News
Spate of assaults on Suffolk police officers condemned by police leaders
Suffolk police chiefs have expressed concern over a recent series of assaults on officers, with several incidents reported across the county in the past ten days. Two officers in Ipswich were among those attacked.News
Police search Needham Lake in hunt for missing person
Police and rescue teams are conducting searches at Needham Lake in connection with a missing person case. The public is asked to avoid the area while operations continue.News
Three arrested following Ipswich town centre stabbing
Police have made arrests in connection with the stabbing of a teenager in Ipswich town centre last Saturday night.News
Police investigate possible link as second convenience store robbed at knifepoint
A knife-wielding robber targeted a Tesco Express in Ipswich on Wednesday night, prompting police to investigate a potential connection to the Ravenswood Co-op robbery earlier this week.News
Knife-wielding robbers threaten staff and steal cash in third Ipswich Co-op raid this year
Two knife-wielding suspects robbed a Co-op store in east Ipswich on Monday night, marking the third such incident in the town this year.News
Police to target young drivers in Suffolk next month
Suffolk Police will use proactive patrols and unmarked vehicles next month to "engage" with young drivers and riders aged 16-29 across the county.News
Man arrested following marathon window ledge stand-off with police
Police have confirmed a man was arrested following a remarkable 5.5-hour standoff with police and emergency service workers between two windows of a residential building in Chantry, Ipswich.News
Drama continues in Chantry as man climbs onto building exterior
Emergency services are responding to an incident in Chantry where a man has climbed onto the exterior of a building and is refusing to come down.News
Teenager stabbed in Ipswich town centre
A man in his late teens was stabbed in St Stephen's Lane, Ipswich, on Saturday night. Police are appealing for witnesses to the assault.News
Driver arrested after car crashes into Ipswich businesses
A man has been arrested on suspicion of drug driving after a car collided with two businesses in Ipswich town centre early this morning.News
Suffolk Police warn of pension fraud as county's most vulnerable lose £688k last year
Suffolk residents lost nearly £688,000 to pension scams last year, and police are urging vigilance against fraudsters targeting retirement savings.News
Police appeal as man dies in collision between car and lorry in Barham
A man in his 50s has died following a collision between a car and a lorry in Barham. Police are appealing for witnesses to the incident on Wednesday afternoon.News
Ipswich drug dealer charged after Stowmarket arrest
Police have charged a 23-year-old Ipswich man with intent to supply Class A drugs following a vehicle search in Stowmarket.News
One witness identified in Anita Rose murder investigation, police still seek second
Suffolk Police have identified one of two potential witnesses in the Anita Rose murder investigation in Brantham. The search continues for the second individual, who police believe may hold crucial information about the case.News
Man jailed for vehicle interference in Chantry
A 46-year-old man has been sentenced to 12 weeks in prison for vehicle interference and related offences in Ipswich.News
Former Ipswich police officer jailed for misconduct after a "flagrant abuse of trust"
A former Suffolk police officer has been sentenced to 10 months in prison for two counts of misconduct in public office, including attempting to engage a woman in sexually inappropriate conversations and failing to record her rape allegation.News
Crime in Ipswich: Survey reveals 70% of Ipswich residents didn't report the last crime they witnessed to police
A new survey of Ipswich residents shows that less than 30% reported the last crime they witnessed to the police, raising questions about the accuracy of local crime statistics and the public's trust in local policing.News
Police appeal for witnesses as man charged with the murder of Charlie Greaves
A 28-year-old Felixstowe man has been charged with murder in connection with the death of Charlie Greaves, 25, from Ipswich, following an incident on Felixstowe seafront in August.News
Man jailed for 15 years after fatal Ipswich collision
James Ashman, 29, has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for causing death by dangerous driving and drug supply offences. The collision in October 2022 resulted in the death of cyclist Benjamin Wright, 35.News
Ellie Roger found: Both missing girls from Ipswich now safe
Suffolk Police have confirmed that Ellie Roger has been found safe and that both teenage girls reported missing from Ipswich earlier this week have now been located.News
Police appeal as motorcyclist seriously injured in Great Blakenham collision
A man in his 20s was taken to hospital with a serious leg injury after a motorcycle and car collided in Great Blakenham on Tuesday night. Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage.News
Jack Abbott calls for Police Connect meeting in Ipswich
Jack Abbott, MP for Ipswich, has written to Suffolk police leaders requesting a Police Connect meeting be held in the town centre. The request comes after Ipswich was not included in the planned locations for these community engagement events.News