Police are urging residents in Gosport to remain vigilant following recent reports of courier fraud. This type of fraud typically sees a victim receive an unexpected call from someone who purports to be a police officer, a staff member from their local bank, or an employee from an internet or phone
The Volunteer Police Cadets scheme provides a safe environment where young people can learn as individuals, develop positive relationships with the police and actively support the community. Volunteering your time as a Cadet Leader is a very personally rewarding thing to do. It will enable you to develop your skills to
Keyless car theft is becoming a growing issue in our county and across the UK, and Hampshire Constabulary want to give you the tools to prevent this from happening to you. During 2022/23 there were approximately 480 incidents of keyless car thefts in Hampshire and Isle of Wight, this is
Victims reported losing a total of £15,319,057, a 41 per cent increase on last year’s results, which amounts to an average loss of £2,372 per victim. From May – August alone, more than £4.6m was lost. With the summer months seeing the highest levels for holiday fraud reports, Action Fraud
A man is due in court to face Class A drugs supply offences. Christopher Crewe, aged 37 and of Wilmott Lane in Gosport, has been issued a summons to court in relation to the following charges: Possession of heroin with intent to supply in Gosport Possession of crack cocaine with intent to supply
Officers investigating a series of burglaries in Gosport have arrested a man. We have had reports of seven incidents between 20 June and 3 July this year, with properties in Tukes Avenue, Village Road, Brookers Lane, Molesworth Road and The Anchorage targeted. Bank cards and electrical items such as Xbox controllers, an
BT are reporting a significant increase in accidental calls to the 999/112 service following a recent Android update that triggers an SOS when a button on the side of your phone is pressed five times. You can check your emergency dial settings on most Android phones by going to ‘Settings’ and
PlaYrangers offers free open access sessions suitable for children and young people aged 2 – 10 years. Please note that all children must be accompanied by a parents or carers. On Wednesday 31st May, the Gosport session will be taking place at Forton Recreation Ground from 12.00 – 14.00. For more information
The clinic will be offering spring COVID doses to people aged 75+ and ages 16+ with a weakened immune system at Gosport Fire Station, Thursday 18th May from 09.30 – 16.30 hours. Appointment only, book today by calling 0300 561 0018.
The Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner (OPCC) is seeking your thoughts and views around how and where victims of crime access relevant and appropriate local support. Donna Jones, Police and Crime Commissioner for Hampshire and Isle of Wight, has a duty to provide local support services for victims of