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Millom and South Copeland

In this months newsletter you will read that E-scooters continue to to be an issue.  Before buying one make sure you are aware of the laws below.  You will also see we have had incidents of livestock worrying in particular sheep. Sheep worrying is an offence, your dog is your responsibility, please take time to watch the video from our Rural Crime Team. Sergeant Dave MacDonald

E-scooter sezied PC Kai Diesveld and PC Matthew Garrett, stopped two young people on e-scooters late at night on 18 March on the A5093 just outside Millom. It was pitch black and pouring down with rain on a national speed limit road. The scooters have been seized under section 165 of the road traffic act. Advice on E-scooters can be found here - Advice on e-scooter usage | Cumbria Police

Sheep worrying

At the beginning of March we received reports of Sheep Worrying around the area of Millom.

Sheep worrying is an offence. Dog owners must remember to keep there dogs under control and on a lead when around any livestock. The stress alone can kill an animal and famers depend on this income, especially coming up to lambing season.

If you are out in the county and you see livestock worrying, please report this to us. It allows us to build up a picture of hotspots and key locations. If you are a farmer and have been a victim of livestock worrying, please ensure you make a report to us too.

You can report any incidents to us via 101, or 999 if a crime is in progress.

Remember your dog is your responsibility! Click the below image to watch a video from PCSO Hayley who works in the South Lakes and Karen from the Rural Crime Team

Extra measures put in place to prevent spiking in Cumbria - and keep nights out as safe as possible for all

Our patrols will look to identify potential offenders targeting vulnerable people coming out of pubs and clubs and at taxi ranks and take-aways.

Remember - you will ALWAYS be believed, and victims of spiking are NEVER to blame.

If you start to feel strange or more drunk than you thought you should be, seek help straight away.

If you feel seriously unwell, call 999 or ask someone to get you emergency medical assistance.

For more advice, go to: Spiking | Cumbria Police

If you're considering swimming in our county's rivers and lakes, please remember that while deep water may feel warm on the surface, it can be icy cold below. Entering this icy water can lead to panic and cold water shock. For important information about how to stay safe around our lakes, rivers and coastline, please visit: www.cumbriafire.gov.uk/water-safety

You said, we did - The Square, Millom Local businesses told us about low level criminality and anti-social behaviour on The Square in Millom As a result we have increased our patrols in the area at time identified as when incidents were happening.

Misusing vehicles off-road

While quad bikes, three-wheeled bikes, trail bikes and some other two-wheeled vehicles are built for off-road use, it is against the law to ride them in public parks or on publicly-owned land without permission from the local authority.

As with unlicensed powered vehicles, these can only be used on private roads or land with the road or land-owner’s permission.

There have been a number of incidents of people riding regular off-road or electric off-road motorbikes, often in groups, and sometimes at speed.
They have caused annoyance to members of the public or put people, as well as themselves, at risk.

Police are also stressing the dangers of riding motorbikes without the proper protective equipment, such as helmets.

By driving in public and pedestrian areas, the risk is increased by posing a danger to other people.

Those involved could face a fine of up to £100 and three points on their licence if dealt with at the roadside. The vehicle would also be seized.

The riders may be banned from driving altogether as offences such as dangerous driving will be considered, along with driving otherwise than in accordance with a licence and driving with no insurance.

Anyone with information can report online at www.cumbria.police.uk/report-it You can also call 101.

Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.

If people catch any offences on dashcam, this footage can be uploaded on our website at this page: Road Safety Concerns - Cumbria Constabulary

From our puppy litter in June 2022, we now have three of those working for Cumbria Police as fully licensed police dogs.

PD Quake licensed earlier this week and his brothers, PD Blaze and PD Viper, licensed in November 2023.

StreetSafe is a service that allows you to report safety concerns in public places without giving us your name. This includes issues like poorly lit streets, abandoned buildings, or vandalism, as well as instances where you feel unsafe due to someone following or verbally abusing you. Report an issue here: StreetSafe | Cumbria Police

Have you ever thought about being a police officer, special constable, PCSO or staff member?

Could you be make a real difference to people in Cumbria and help keep them safe?

Recruitment is open now. We are looking for enthusiastic and dedicated people to apply now to join our teams.

For more information on the role of a police officer and the numerous entry routes, please visit www.cumbria.police.uk/careers.

Cumbria’s Online Child Abuse Investigation Team execute warrants and make arrests during week of action

Cumbria Police’s Online Child Abuse Investigation Team ensured the safety of several children during a week of action focussing on online sex offending.

Detectives from the dedicated team also executed three warrants, made two arrests and seized seven devices.

This was part of a week of intensification focussed on those suspected of being involved in accessing indecent images of children.

The action was taken as part of a regional and national campaign to tackle and deter online child sexual abuse. Read more here.

Husband and son jailed for manslaughter A husband and son have been jailed after being convicted of manslaughter. The sentencing follows an investigation into 71-year-old Dorothy Morgan’s care following her admission into hospital where she later died on the 3 February 2021. Robert Morgan, 61, was sentenced to three years and David Holyoak, 53, was sentenced to two years eight months at Carlisle Crown Court today (March 25). Both were found guilty following a trial on the 19 February. Read more here.

Arrests made, cash seized and vulnerable people helped during week-long crackdown on county lines

Arrests were made, £10,000 was seized and vulnerable people were safeguarded during a week-long intensified focus on the issue of county lines drugs crime in Cumbria.

More than 1,100 people also received expert advice about this type of exploitation and offending as police officers and staff visited groups and schools to raise awareness of the threats to communities.

County lines is a term used to describe gangs and organised networks involved in exporting drugs into other areas, using dedicated mobile phone lines.

Officers in the county take action every day to tackle the threat from county lines drugs gangs and protect those potentially being exploited. Read more here.

Please report any incidents of crime or anti-social behaviour to us, to help us keep Cumbria safe.

If a crime is in progress always call 999.

You can report online at https://www.cumbria.police.uk/report-it

Our online Live Chat function is a new service giving you an alternative way to communicate with a Police Officer in real time.  More here.

You can also phone on 101.
Alternatively you can contact Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.

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