Welwyn Hatfield Police

10/06/2026

Response officers in Hatfield have released an image of two men they would like to speak to in connection with the theft of an electric pedal cycle in Hatfield.

They are believed to have been in the area when a grey hybrid electric pedal cycle was stolen between 3.35pm and 3.40pm in Middlefield on Wednesday 20 May.

If this is you or you recognise the men, contact PC Peter Hulley via email [email protected]

You can also report information online at https://orlo.uk/39LlR, speak to an operator in our Force Communications Room via our online web chat at https://orlo.uk/RojY9 or call the non-emergency number 101, quoting crime reference number 41/46675/26.

Alternatively, you can stay 100% anonymous by contacting the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via their untraceable online form at crimestoppers-uk.org.

08/06/2026

🚨 A man was arrested after a significant quantity of drugs was recovered in .

Officers from the Neighbourhood Policing and Response teams were making enquiries at an address in the town centre on Thursday afternoon (4 June) when they made the discovery.

The seizure, thought to have an estimated street value of more than £100,000, included:

👉 Multiple large bags of cannabis
👉 Suspected Class A substances
👉 A large quantity of tablets

The investigation is continuing.

This result is just one example of proactive policing, strong intelligence-led activity and effective teamwork across departments.

Removing drugs of this scale from our communities disrupts criminality, reduces harm and supports the safeguarding of vulnerable individuals.

👍 An excellent result and a testament to the hard work of all officers involved.

08/06/2026

🚨 CCTV appeal after scooter theft in Welwyn Garden City

Police are releasing a CCTV image of someone they want to identify after reports of a scooter theft in Welwyn Garden City.

At around 2.40pm on Friday 5 June, a black electric scooter was stolen from outside the Howard Centre, by Tapi Carpets,

Officers are releasing the image because they believe the person pictured may have been in the area at the time and could have information to assist the investigation.

If this is you, or you recognise this person, please email DC Katie Darcy [email protected].

You can also report information online, speak to an operator in our Force Communications Room via our online web chat or call the non-emergency number 101, quoting 41/52357/26.

Alternatively, you can stay 100% anonymous by contacting the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via their untraceable online form.

03/06/2026

🕵️ There are still spaces available for our open day at The Bunker on Saturday 27 June.

The Bunker is a special museum hidden in the basement of Hatfield Police Station.

The museum was created to showcase the history of the Grade II listed police station.

✈️ The building was previously the Headquarters of the de Havilland Aircraft Company, which famously built the iconic Mosquito aircraft during World War Two.

Nowadays, it is home to a large number of police officers and staff all working hard to keep the public safe from crime.

Visitors will learn the story of the building from its origins in 1933 as the Headquarters of the de Havilland Aircraft Company, through to its current use.

📽️ Photos, historical items, original film footage, dioramas and models will all be on display.

👉 To book your place, visit the Hatfield Bunker website at https://orlo.uk/ahrho and send us a message using the form on the ‘How to find us’ page, and we'll contact you. Don't forget to state how many places you wish to book.

Please note that while we welcome individuals and families, The Bunker is not suitable for children under five.

31/05/2026

More than 50,000 hours of targeted hotspot patrols have been delivered across Hertfordshire as part of work to crack down on crime, anti-social behaviour and violence in identified hotspots.

Operation Hotspot, an initiative launched by the Police and Crime Commissioner with funding secured by his office, focuses on town centres and areas experiencing higher levels of anti-social behaviour, violence and acquisitive crime, providing visible policing, prevention activity and proactive enforcement.

Since April 2024, hotspot officers have completed and additional 50,846 patrol hours across the county, carrying out hundreds of stop searches, engaging with thousands of residents and businesses and taking dangerous weapons and offenders off the streets.

📍 In Welwyn Hatfield the hotspot area was identified as the town centre.

☑️ 3568 hours of additional patrols
☑️ 44 arrests made
☑️ 5 weapons seized
☑️ 112 uses of anti-social behaviour powers
☑️ 15% reduction in violent crime in the hotspot
☑️ New gate installed in an alleyway near the Howard Centre, which had been a location for ASB
☑️ 492 knives surrendered during the Knife Angel campaign in October 2025. The project was part funded by Op Hotspot
☑️ New Public Spaces Protection Order signage installed

29/05/2026

With the Britain’s Got Talent Final tomorrow, it’s the perfect moment to show the incredible performance Series 7 winners Attraction created for our project with Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council.

This moving and thought-provoking video explores knife crime and is being shown in schools and colleges to spark important conversation.

Watch, share, and please help spread our message.

For support, visit https://orlo.uk/CmEu5

27/05/2026

🥶 Beware of cold water shock!

Even on the warmest days, our rivers and lakes stay surprisingly cold. That shock can hit your body hard — making it suddenly difficult to swim or even breathe properly.

If you’re getting into the water, don’t jump in. Take it slow, give your body time to adjust, and stay in control.
And if you ever accidentally fall in:
➡️ Fight the urge to panic
➡️ Tilt your head back
➡️ Spread your arms and legs
➡️ Float… breathe… and regain control

Be Water Aware.

Find out more at: https://orlo.uk/29UXs

27/05/2026

🚨 Appeal following burglary in Hatfield

Police are appealing for information following a burglary in Hatfield.

The incident occurred at an address in Crawford Road on Friday 15 May, between 9pm and 10.30pm. Entry was gained to the property via a top floor bedroom window and jewellery, cash and designer clothing was taken.

Detective Constable Natasha Kirchin, who is investigating, said: “I am appealing to anyone who may have witnessed this incident or noticed anything suspicious occurring between these times, to contact me. Did you capture anything of note on CCTV, dash or doorbell camera? I’m particularly keen to hear from anyone who was in Crawford Road, Birchwood Close, Birchwood Avenue, Heathcote Avenue or West View who may have any CCTV cameras that have picked up anyone suspicious or looking out of the ordinary between these times.

“I would also like to hear from anyone who may have come across the items pictured.”

You can contact DC Kirchin by emailing via [email protected].

You can also report information online at https://orlo.uk/FLWrX, by speaking to an operator in our Force Communications Room via our online web chat at https://orlo.uk/c0tOt or by calling the non-emergency number 101, quoting crime reference 41/45309/26.

Alternatively, you can stay 100% anonymous by contacting the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via their untraceable online form at crimestoppers-uk.org.

If you have any jewellery or high value items, it is always a good idea to photograph them, so that in the event of it being stolen, there is an increased chance of it being located.

26/05/2026

Police in Welwyn Hatfield have released a photo of a man they are trying to trace.

Carlos Andrews is wanted in connection with numerous offences including burglary, battery and witness intimidation.

Officers believe he could still be in the Hatfield area, as he has been sighted in the area of the Great North Road this afternoon.

Anyone who thinks they have seen Andrews or has any information about where he could be, is asked to call 999..

24/05/2026

Have you signed up to our Herts Connected community messaging system yet?

The online service allows residents to keep up to date with what is happening in their local area.

It is part of the Neighbourhood Alerts platform and enables residents to receive free messages from the police and other agencies.

The messages contain information about crime and events in the area, local policing priorities and crime prevention advice.

You can register now by visiting https://orlo.uk/VeEBr

Once logged in, be sure to ‘edit your interests’ and tick the ‘Police’ box to ensure you receive our messages. You can also tailor your account to only receive the messages that are of interest to you.