Ludlow Police

03/06/2026

Car key Thefts & Burglary's

If you own a vehicle a vehicle with remote locking and unlocking and push button to start engines a faraday pouch is a must have in the fight against vehicle theft

A Faraday pouch (sometimes called a Faraday bag) is a small, signal‑blocking pouch designed to store keyless car fobs.
Many modern car keys constantly emit a signal. Criminals can use equipment to boost or capture this signal from outside your home and unlock your car without forcing entry – this is known as relay theft.

A Faraday pouch is lined with special material that blocks radio signals, preventing thieves from accessing or copying your car key’s signal while it’s inside the pouch
A simple faraday pouch will when closed properly will shield the key and prevent the RFID signal from leaving the pouch rendering the theft attempt useless

Car Key theft by Burglary is where thieves will target high value cars by breaking into the property to steal the cars, invest in anti snap door locks for front and rear doors

🚗🔑 Don’t let thieves take the easy option
Protect your home by:
✔ Moving keys away from doors and windows
✔ Blocking key signals with a Faraday pouch
✔ Upgrading to anti‑snap door locks
Small changes make a big difference.
Find out more from your local Safer Neighbourhood Team:
👉 https://orlo.uk/XIkjS

🏠 Some car key burglaries begin inside the home
✔ Store keys safely and out of sight
✔ Secure doors with anti‑snap locks
✔ Stay alert to vehicle crime in your area
Help reduce vehicle crime in your neighbourhood.
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27/05/2026

🐶🚗 Seasonal Reminder 🚗🐶
What we want you to know:
At this time of year, we see an increase in calls regarding dogs being left in vehicles. Even on mild days, cars can heat up quickly and put dogs at serious risk. This supports national NPCC summer safety messaging.

How we want you to feel:
Informed and confident to help protect animal welfare in your community.

What we want you to do:
✅ Never leave a dog unattended in a vehicle
✅ Call 999 in an emergency

26/05/2026

Last week, Officers and PCSOs worked alongside Shropshire Trading Standards to carry out age‑related test purchases focusing on the sale of knives. This forms part of Operation Sceptre, our ongoing initiative to tackle knife‑related crime.
During the checks, we visited 8 retailers in Bridgnorth and 3 in Ludlow. All but three shops correctly asked the purchaser for ID. Those that did not were given words of advice by Trading Standards to ensure they meet their legal responsibilities going forward.
Thank you to the retailers who continue to play their part in keeping our communities safe.

26/05/2026

🚔 Operation Aurora – Speed Enforcement 🚔

✅ What we want you to know

This weekend, as part of Op Aurora, officers carried out speed checks at three locations following concerns raised by local communities:

📍 A4117 Henley, Ludlow Road (40mph)
• 30 vehicles checked
• 9 vehicles exceeding the limit
• Highest speed: 57mph
• Average speed: 41mph
This highlights a real concern for road safety at this location.

📍 A4117 Clee Hill Common (50mph)
• 20 vehicles checked
• 1 vehicle exceeding the limit at 57mph
• Average speed: 44mph
The majority of drivers were complying with the speed limit here.

📍 B4368 Munslow (30mph)
• 10 vehicles checked
• 4 vehicles exceeding the limit
• Highest speed: 55mph
• Average speed: 35mph
With 40% of vehicles speeding, this remains a significant concern.

All 14 vehicles found over the speed limit have been reported and will be dealt with accordingly.

💙 How we want you to feel
We want residents to feel reassured that concerns about speeding are listened to and that action is being taken to improve road safety in their communities.

👉 What we want you to do
Please continue to drive within the speed limits and help keep everyone safe. If you have concerns about speeding or other local issues, you can get in touch via:
🌐 https://orlo.uk/gUveE

We will continue to carry out enforcement as part of Op Aurora in areas highlighted by the community.

23/05/2026

🚓 Operation WHITEBEAM – Keeping Rural Communities Safe 🚓

Officers from the Ludlow Safer Neighbourhood Team, supported by response colleagues, have been carrying out Operation WHITEBEAM in and around Ludlow. This targeted operation focuses on preventing acquisitive crime in rural areas, using crime data and community reports to make the best use of our resources. As part of this work, vehicles and individuals are stopped where appropriate to disrupt criminal activity and reduce harm. Pictured is PC Waddicor conducting a search of a vehicle stopped on suspicion of being involved in crime in the area.

We want you to feel reassured that your local officers are being proactive, visible, and guided by evidence to protect rural communities. Even when no offences are identified, these checks help deter criminal activity and build confidence — something echoed by the driver involved, who appreciated the work being done to tackle rural crime.

If you notice suspicious behaviour, vehicles, or activity in your area, please let us know. Your information helps shape operations like WHITEBEAM and ensures we focus on what matters most to your community.
👉 Report concerns or receive local updates via https://orlo.uk/d9JNF

23/05/2026

🌊 Staying safe around water this summer 🌊

1️⃣ What we want you to know
As the weather improves and school holidays approach, more people – especially children and young people – enjoy playing and cooling off in outdoor water such as rivers, open water spots and pools. Cold water shock, strong currents and hidden hazards can make these places dangerous very quickly. This supports the national NPCC “Respect the Water” water safety campaign, aimed at preventing avoidable harm.

2️⃣ How we want you to feel
We want parents, carers and young people to feel informed and confident about enjoying the summer safely. Knowing the risks helps everyone make safer choices around water.

3️⃣ What we want you to do
✅ Talk to children about water safety before they head out to play
✅ Choose safe, supervised places to swim during the school holidays
✅ Never jump or dive into unknown water
✅ Always supervise children closely near water
✅ If someone gets into trouble, call 999 and ask for the Fire and Rescue Service

If you have concerns about unsafe water use, antisocial behaviour near waterways, or local safety issues, please let us know via www.neighbourhoodmatters.co.uk.

21/05/2026

🚓 Ludlow Police Station – Front Counter Open 🚓
📅 Sunday 24 May 2026
⏰ 5.00pm – 6.30pm
1️⃣ What we want you to know

The front counter at Ludlow Police Station will be open on Sunday 24th May 2026 5pm-6.30pm . This is an opportunity to speak directly with a member of your local Safer Neighbourhood Team about any concerns, ask questions, and get practical crime prevention advice.

What we want you to know
As part of Op Sceptre, the national week of action to tackle knife crime, we will be running a knife amnesty at Ludlow Police Station during front counter opening hours. A knife amnesty allows members of the public to safely surrender knives or bladed items they no longer want in their home. Removing knives from circulation helps reduce the risk of serious harm and keeps our community safer.

18/05/2026

👮‍♂️ Operation Sceptre | Ludlow 👮‍♀️

✅ What we want you to know
This week, your Ludlow Safer Neighbourhood Team is supporting Operation Sceptre, a national campaign aimed at reducing knife crime and preventing serious harm. You will see us carrying out high‑visibility patrols, talking with residents, and working with local partners across Ludlow to help keep our town safe.

💙 How we want you to feel
We want you to feel reassured and confident that your local officers are out in the community, listening to concerns and taking action. Ludlow is a close‑knit town, and we’re committed to protecting the people who live, work, and visit here.

📣 What we want you to do
If you have concerns about knife crime, antisocial behaviour, or anything affecting your neighbourhood, please let us know. Your information helps us focus our work where it matters most.

👉 Share concerns or information at https://orlo.uk/Qf0Qa

17/05/2026

📍 Ludlow Open Surgery – Community Policing
What you need to know:
PCSO Cooke held an Open Surgery at Ludlow Library on 15 May. Thank you to everyone who took the time to drop in and speak with her.

How we want you to feel:
We want you to feel confident that your local Safer Neighbourhood Team is accessible and here to listen to your concerns as part of neighbourhood policing priorities.

What you can do:
Our next Open Surgery at Ludlow Library is on 19 June 2026 at 11am – please come along.

For a full and up‑to‑date list of local Open Surgeries and events, please visit 👉 https://orlo.uk/cHLql and sign up to stay informed, or visit https://orlo.uk/Xdh6D

14/05/2026

📍 Open Surgery – Ludlow Library
🗓 Friday 15 May 2026 | ⏰ 11.00am–1.00pm
What you should know:
Your local Safer Neighbourhood Team will be at Ludlow Library for an open surgery, supporting neighbourhood policing priorities such as burglary prevention and community safety.
How we want you to feel:
Reassured that your local officers are accessible and listening to concerns that matter to you.
What you can do:
Drop in for a chat or to raise any local issues. If you can’t attend, contact us via www.neighbourhoodmatters.co.uk.
👮‍♀️ Working together to keep Ludlow safe.