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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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£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.
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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.