Rotherham South NPT

13/06/2026

NEWS: Arrests, engagement and specialist training as officers flood Rotherham for operation 🚨

Operation Duxford returned to Rotherham earlier this week with a key focus on criminality and safety risks which unfortunately increase during the summer period.

Officers and partnership colleagues flooded the district to take part in a range of enforcement activity and engagement events. A total of 21 arrests were made during the operation - with 11 for domestic abuse offences.

Inspector Lee Emmott said: "Tackling domestic abuse is a real priority for us all year round, but we know that domestic abuse typically increase during major sporting events.

"We are always here to offer help and support and understand some may be hesitant, afraid or not entirely comfortable about telling the police what is happening to them. If that is you or someone you know, then please know that there are other organisations you can report information to, but we want to assure you that we are always here and we are always ready to listen."

Colleagues at South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue (SYFR) hosted a water safety event at Rother Valley Country Park - which our officers were keen to get involved in. A total of 30 officers received specialist throw rope training which can prove the difference in situations involving water rescues.

Council colleagues and PCSOs from our Central Neighbourhood Policing Team (NPT) held engagement stalls across Rotherham providing an opportunity to raise awareness of how we can all play a role in tackling violence against women and girls.

As part of our ongoing work to tackle drug supply, multiple warrants were executed by our North NPT, Fortify and Tasking Teams in the Thrybergh area. Our South NPT also executed a warrant at a premises in Maltby. From these warrants, we recovered a stolen moped, 700 vapes, a small number of drugs, two air weapons and made an arrest for possession with intent to supply.

10/06/2026

NEWS: Day of action as Rotherham summer safety campaign launched

A day of partnership-led action is underway in Rotherham with a combination of enforcement activity and engagement events taking place across the district.

Today's (Wednesday 10 June) operation is the launch of our summer safety campaign in Rotherham - focusing on criminality and safety risks which unfortunately increase during the summer period.

Neighbourhood officers, as well as colleagues from Rotherham Council and South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service (SYFR), will be based at sites across Rotherham hosting engagement opportunities.

PCSOs and Rotherham Council colleagues are crewing stalls in the town centre, on Clifton Park and at Riverside House - sharing advice around domestic abuse and raising awareness about how we all can play a role in tackling violence against women and girls.

We will also be supporting crews from SYFR as they host a water safety event at Rother Valley. This will be an opportunity to share advice, as well as showcasing a water rescue demonstration.

Officers will also be carrying out enforcement activities throughout the day. This will include proactive patrols, arrests attempts and crime prevention initiatives.

Already this morning, Rotherham North Neighbourhood Policing Team, Fortify and Tasking Teams have carried out a collection of warrants in Thrybergh targeting those thought to be supplying drugs to our local communities.

We will be posting more content in relation to this day of action over the course of this week. Please keep an eye on our channels for the latest updates. Read more here - https://orlo.uk/tR2Fn

If you want to report a crime to us, you can do so by calling 101 or 999 in an emergency and when a life is at risk. You can also report crime to us by submitting information on our website.

10/06/2026

We will be hosting a wildlife and rural crime engagement meeting later this weekend.

This is a fantastic opportunity for you to give us feedback and raise any questions or concerns you have.

Details can be found below ⏬️

09/06/2026

We will also have officers down at Rother Valley tomorrow for the SYFR water safety event.

Details are below 🔽

Our crews will be down at Rother Valley Country Park tomorrow between 11am and 2pm (Wednesday 10 June) to do some water rescue training and share lifesaving safety advice with the public as part of a day of community action.

Crews from Rotherham, Dearne and Maltby fire stations will also be leading educational sessions at local secondary schools as part of the day.

01/06/2026

A massive thank you to everyone who came to our community drop in session at Dinnington Resource Centre last week!

PC Wilson and PCSO Worboys were on hand to listen to any concerns you have and answer any questions.

Both PC Wilson and PCSO Worboys are student officers and enjoyed engaging with the local community during the drop-in session.

Not only is this a good opportunity for us to get to know our communities, it also gives us a vital opportunity for you to let us know what issues you want us to tackle!

We really hope you come down for the next one. We advertise these drop-ins on our Facebook or on our website - https://orlo.uk/TGBmc

29/05/2026

Residents close by to Aughton Road, please be aware that South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue are currently tackling a fire and urging all residents to keep their doors and windows locked.

For further updates, please follow their page 👇🏽

Six fire crews are currently in attendance at a fire involving three coaches and nearby buildings on Aughton Road, Aughton, Rotherham.

If you live nearby keep windows and doors closed and avoid the area if possible.

28/05/2026

APPEAL: Witness and information appeal after Wickersley assault

Officers investigating an assault in Rotherham are appealing for information and potential witnesses to come forward.

On Saturday 25 April, at 8.20pm, we received reports that a man had been assaulted at the Wickersley Cricket Club on Northfield Lane. It is reported he was punched by an unknown person and suffered injuries to his face and head.

Since the incident was reported to us officers have been conducting a range of enquiries, including CCTV checks and gathering witness statements, and are now appealing for anyone who might have information to come forward.

Were you in the area at the time? Do you know anything about this incident?

Do you believe you can help? Please get in touch by calling 101 and quoting crime reference number 14/77218/26

You can also report information to us online via our website: https://orlo.uk/pYOPe

26/05/2026

UPDATE: We were called to Rother Valley Country Park at 6.50pm yesterday (Monday 25 May) following reports that a teenage boy had entered the water but had not been seen getting out.

Officers, alongside emergency crews from South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service and the Yorkshire Ambulance Service, responded and a specialist search operation was launched.

Sadly, in the early hours of this morning, a body was recovered from the water. Whilst formal identification is yet to take place, the boy's family has been informed and is being supported by officers. Our thoughts are with them at this difficult time 💙

22/05/2026

With temperatures reaching 25°C in South Yorkshire today and expected to rise further over the bank holiday weekend, combined with the start of the half term break, we understand that many young people will want to make the most of the warm weather.

In Rotherham, we are aware of potential antisocial gatherings at Rother Valley Country Park after school hours.

There will be zero tolerance for young people found in possession of alcohol and we would like to remind both parents and shop owners of their responsibilities.

We would also like to remind everyone of the serious dangers associated with swimming in open water.

There will be an increased police presence over the weekend, supported by on site security.

We strongly advise parents to ensure their children behave appropriately and are aware of the law regarding antisocial behaviour and the risks involved in open water swimming.

Appropriate action will be taken where necessary in regards to any offences committed.

30/04/2026

Ahead of what is forecast to be another sunny few days in South Yorkshire, we are reminding those who look to disrupt the peacefulness of our parks with illegal behaviour that they can expect a knock on their door.

Last weekend, our communities should've been able to soak up the sun and enjoy the warm weather. Instead at Rother Valley Country Park, we received reports of a large group of people on off-road bikes causing disruption to visitors.

Since Saturday, we have been working alongside our partners, including park rangers, to identify those perpetrators of this anti-social behaviour.

Yesterday (Wednesday 29 April), we visited a 14-year-old boy who was one of the bikers dangerously manoeuvring through people sunbathing and seized his off-road-bike.

🗣️ Rotherham South Neighbourhood Policing Team Inspector Darren Birley said: "Let me be clear, this was not just harmless fun. These bikes were being rode dangerously and at speed, narrowly missing families enjoying the park. Everyone should be able to enjoy our local parks this summer without the fear of being injured or confronted by off-road bikes.

"We are working our way through dozens of clear images of those who took part in this behaviour and are liaising with schools, youth organisations and partners to ensure those who put people at risk of harm are identified and dealt with accordingly. If you were involved, expect a knock on your door.”

Our neighbourhood officers, alongside park rangers, will also be stepping up patrols in the Rother Valley area over the coming months, as well as carrying out dedicated operations alongside our colleagues in the Motorcycle and Rural Crime Team.

Inspector Birley continues: "I would urge everyone to make themselves aware of where you can ride off-road bikes. This includes private land with the landowner's permission and designed off-road tracks, but we would also urge people to drive safely and responsibly so they are not putting themselves or others at risk of harm.

"If you are a parent and you are purchasing one of these bikes for your children, you need to remember the laws around where they can be legally used. If you break the law, we will take action. It is important too to point out to parents that these children are not qualified or insured to ride the vehicles."