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We are appealing for witnesses and footage following an incident in Welcombe Avenue in Walcot this afternoon (07/09), in...
07/09/2026

We are appealing for witnesses and footage following an incident in Welcombe Avenue in Walcot this afternoon (07/09), in which a woman was pushed out of a moving vehicle.

The incident has taken place at around 1.50pm on Welcombe Avenue near the roundabout with Marlowe Avenue.

The victim, a woman in her 20s, has been taken to hospital with potentially serious injuries.

The vehicle involved is thought to be a white Audi. Our enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances of what has taken place.

We are keen to hear from any witnesses to the incident or anyone who has captured Ring Doorbell, dash cam or CCTV footage along Welcombe Avenue or Marlowe Avenue at around that time.

If you can help, please call 101 quoting log 170 of today’s date.

We would like to hear from anyone who can identify the person in this CCTV image.Officers investigating a shoplifting fr...
07/09/2026

We would like to hear from anyone who can identify the person in this CCTV image.

Officers investigating a shoplifting from Morrisons in Victoria Road, Swindon believe he may be able to help with enquiries.

If you can help, please contact PC Langley by emailing [email protected] quoting log 54260102562.

We are investigating following a report of an attempted theft of a catalytic converter in Swindon. At around 7pm on 1st ...
07/09/2026

We are investigating following a report of an attempted theft of a catalytic converter in Swindon.

At around 7pm on 1st September, unknown suspects have attempted to steal the converter from a unit in Techno Trading Estate, Swindon.

We are keen to identify the people pictured.

Anyone with information is asked to contact PC Langham at [email protected] quoting reference 54260106328.

A drink driver who was stopped in Swindon due to concerns he was under the influence has appeared in court.Luke Nichol, ...
07/09/2026

A drink driver who was stopped in Swindon due to concerns he was under the influence has appeared in court.

Luke Nichol, 29, of Cliff Avenue, Winterton, North Lincolnshire, pleaded guilty to drink driving at Swindon Magistrates Court on September 3.

At approximately 5.15am on July 29, a Nissan Qashqai was stopped in Marlborough Road, Swindon, following concerns about the manner of driving.

When officers spoke to Nichol who identified himself as the driver, they could smell alcohol. A roadside breath test was carried out which he failed.

He was disqualified from driving for 36 months, fined £230 and ordered to pay a £92 surcharge and £85 costs.

Officers investigating a burglary at Swindon Rugby Club have obtained a CCTV image of a man they’d like to speak to.The ...
07/09/2026

Officers investigating a burglary at Swindon Rugby Club have obtained a CCTV image of a man they’d like to speak to.

The break-in at the club in Greenbridge Road happened on July 22. Various bottles of alcohol were stolen.

We are keen to speak to the man pictured in connection with the incident.

If you can help, please call 101 and quote crime reference number 54260088264.

We are appealing for witnesses to an incident which occurred in Polaris Way, Swindon. At approximately 12.55pm on Friday...
07/09/2026

We are appealing for witnesses to an incident which occurred in Polaris Way, Swindon.

At approximately 12.55pm on Friday, September 4, a woman in her 20s was walking along the footpath in Polaris Way near the junction with North Star Avenue, when a male cycled up behind her and hit her.

He then cycled off along North Star Avenue before cycling back a short time later.

He is described as aged approximately 16-17, black, wearing a light grey jacket and white bucket hat. The bike he was cycling had thick tyres.

If you witnessed the incident please call 101 and quote crime reference number 54260107698. Alternatively, call CrimeStoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Officers investigating a theft from JD Sports at the Orbital Shopping Park in Swindon would like to speak to the two peo...
07/09/2026

Officers investigating a theft from JD Sports at the Orbital Shopping Park in Swindon would like to speak to the two people in these CCTV images.

It is believed they may be able to help with enquiries into the incident which took place on Saturday 29 August.

If you can help, please contact PC Langham by emailing [email protected], quoting log 227 of 29th August.

A man has been charged in connection with a stabbing in Park North, Swindon, on Thursday (03/09).Marcelino Pacheco, 46, ...
05/09/2026

A man has been charged in connection with a stabbing in Park North, Swindon, on Thursday (03/09).

Marcelino Pacheco, 46, of Radnor Street, Kingshill, has been charged with grievous bodily harm with intent, kidnap, possession of a bladed article in a public place and breach of a restraining order.

Pacheco has been remanded into custody and is due to appear at Swindon Magistrates’ Court this morning (05/09).

The charge relates to an incident in Dulverton Avenue, where a woman in her 30s sustained a stab wound to her shoulder which is not thought to be life-changing.

Officers investigating an assault that took place outside the Wyvern Theatre in Swindon - at about 6.15pm on Monday 17th...
03/09/2026

Officers investigating an assault that took place outside the Wyvern Theatre in Swindon - at about 6.15pm on Monday 17th August - are appealing to anyone who may recognise the person in this CCTV image to contact them.

It is thought that this person can help with enquiries.

Anyone with information is asked to contact PC Armstrong by emailing [email protected] quoting log 54260099990

A man has been arrested following a stabbing in Park North, Swindon, today (3/9).Officers were called by the ambulance s...
03/09/2026

A man has been arrested following a stabbing in Park North, Swindon, today (3/9).

Officers were called by the ambulance service to Dulverton Avenue just after 11.30am today.

A woman in her 30s had sustained a stab wound to her shoulder.

She has been taken to hospital – fortunately her injuries are not believed to be life changing or life threatening.

Enquiries were carried out and a man has been arrested on suspicion of section 18 GBH and kidnap.

He is currently in custody at Gablecross for questioning.

Any witnesses should call 101 and quote log number 105 of September 3.

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