Suffolk Constabulary

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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£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.

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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.