Newton Aycliffe Police

09/06/2026

🚔 Weekly Round-Up 🚔

Apologies for the delay in this week’s update – it was an extremely busy week for the team.

📅 Monday
👮‍♂️ Six people were arrested by the response team following an affray incident. In the days that followed, the neighbourhood team arrested a further two individuals in connection with the same incident.

📅 Tuesday
🔒 A 29-year-old female was arrested for breaching her bail conditions.

📅 Wednesday
🤝 The team attended the multi-agency Community Safety Group meeting at Lifeline Community Action, working alongside partners to address local issues.

📅 Friday
🚨 A 19-year-old male was arrested for breaching a Child Abduction Warning Notice and for possession of Class C drugs.

📍 Throughout the Week
🚓 Officers attended numerous immediate response incidents across Shildon, Sedgefield and Newton Aycliffe, providing support and responding to calls from the public.

🏍️ Weekend Activity
👮‍♀️ The team led Operation Maguire, targeting anti-social off-road bike use in the town. We continue to act on information provided by the community and tackle this ongoing issue.

📅 Sunday
✅ A male wanted by another force area for sexual offences was located and arrested.

🙏 Thank you to everyone who continues to report concerns and provide information to support our work. Your assistance helps us keep our communities safe.

07/06/2026

👂 We’re listening to our community.

You may have noticed an increased police presence across Newton Aycliffe this weekend. This follows reports from residents regarding the dangerous use of illegal electric and modified motorcycles in the area.

In response, the neighbourhood policing team have conducted dedicated patrols supported by Durham Roads & Armed Policing motorcycle unit, Durham Special Constabulary, and drone officers. Throughout the weekend, officers have engaged directly with the community, receiving positive feedback about the increased visibility and proactive approach.

🗣️ Sergeant Crawford said: “We will continue to take action against those riding in a dangerous and anti-social manner. These vehicles are often uninsured and frequently used by individuals without a valid licence, posing a serious risk to public safety.”

📲 If you have information about off-road bike activity or where these vehicles are being stored, please report it via 101 or on our website over live chat.

You can also provide information anonymously through Crimestoppers: https://crimestoppers-uk.org/

27/05/2026

We are appealing for information following an assault on a male cyclist travelling along The Locomotion Way, behind Greenfield School, today (Wednesday 27th May 2026) at approximately 16:15hrs.

The male sustained injuries and is currently in the care of the ambulance service.

If you witnessed the incident or have any information that may assist enquiries, please contact 101 quoting reference number 355.

17/05/2026

🚨 𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗧𝗢𝗡 𝗔𝗬𝗖𝗟𝗜𝗙𝗙𝗘 𝗣𝗢𝗟𝗜𝗖𝗘 𝗨𝗣𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗘 🚨

Good evening, here is an overview of what we have been up to over the past week.

🔍 On Monday, NPT officers assisted colleagues over in Crook with searching for a high-risk missing person.

👮 Also on Monday, a male who was wanted for failing to appear at court was arrested.

🗣️ On Tuesday morning, PCSOs Kipling & Fotheringham attended the P*P as part of Mental Health Awareness Week, engaging with several of our partner agencies.

🚔 Also on Tuesday, response officers on D-Relief arrested a male who had breached his bail conditions.

🧺 On Wednesday morning, PCSOs Todd & Kipling attended the local Shopwatch meeting in the town centre, engaging with our local shopkeepers around issues.

🚨 On Thursday morning, officers from E-Relief responded to a report for a high-risk missing person. Fortunately, the male was located fit and well.

🚓 On Friday night, officers from C-Relief arrested attended an immediate response for a domestic related incident. A male was arrested for several offences, including Controlling & Coercive Behaviour, and criminal damage.

👮‍♀️ Also on Friday night, PC Ryder arrested a local youth who was wanted for several offences, including assault, and failing to comply with her Community Protection Notice, and then added an assault to a police constable to the list.

✈️ The Neighbourhood Team has a newly qualified drone pilot added to the ranks, with PCSO Fotheringham passing his drone exam earlier this week.

📸 On Saturday, PCSOs Kipling & Fotheringham conducted speed checks in three different locations. You can see the results from this on yesterday’s post.

👮 Also on Saturday, officers from A-Relief arrested a female on suspicion of assault, following a domestic related incident.

🚔 On Saturday evening, a male was arrested for a breach of the peace following a domestic related incident on Macmillan Road.

🚨 Also on Saturday evening, officers on D-Relief responded to an immediate response at Morrisons, Neville Parade. Within 25 minutes of the call being made, the male was arrested and taken to custody on suspicion of robbery and assaulting a police constable.

👍 Thanks for reading, have a great week. 8372.

16/05/2026

📸 𝗦𝗣𝗘𝗘𝗗𝗪𝗔𝗧𝗖𝗛 📸

Today PCSOs Fotheringham & Kipling have been out and about in our Speedwatch van.

Here are the results from where we have been today;

• A167 Aycliffe Village – 1 vehicle speeding out of 211.
• St. Cuthbert’s Way – 3 vehicles speeding out of 194.
• Woodham Way – 0 vehicles speeding out of 58.

Thank you to the vast majority of drivers for driving responsibly, keeping our roads safe.

⏭️ Let us know in the comments where you would like us to go next. 8372.

15/05/2026

☕️🧑‍✈️Cuppa with a Copper- Newton Aycliffe Town Centre
Pop down to Lifeline Community Action Hub on Friday 22nd May between 10am-11am for a friendly chat with your local police officers and PCSO'S
This a great chance to:
✅ Ask questions
✅ Share concerns
✅ Get advice
✅ Meet your neighbourhood team
No appointments, no pressure- just a relaxed brew and a chat, everyone is welcome! 💬☕
📍Lifeline Community Hub, Newton Aycliffe Town Centre
📅Friday 22nd May
🕙10am-11am
We look forward to seeing you there!

15/05/2026

❌ 𝗦𝗘𝗜𝗭𝗘𝗗 ❌

Last night, PC Knight & PCSO Dale seized a quad bike which had been ridden in an anti-social manner, causing an annoyance to our residents.

13/05/2026

💚 Check in on your mates.

Starting a conversation about mental health isn’t always easy, but you are not alone.

This week is Mental Health Awareness Week and we’re raising awareness of some key helplines that you or someone you know, may need.

💚 Remember, your feelings are valid.

Call NHS 111 and press option 2 for 24/7 support from trained mental health professionals. They’ll listen, offer advice, and connect you to the right local service – whether it’s self-care help, crisis support, or something more.

Need extra support, these services can help 👇

Samaritans: 116 123
Text SHOUT to 85258
Mind: 0845 766 0163
If you’re under 25, you can call The Mix on 0808 808 4994
Andys Man Club
Space North East
www.nhs.uk/mental-health

In an emergency dial 999.

10/05/2026

🚓 Weekly Neighbourhood Policing Update 🚓

This week your neighbourhood policing team has continued proactive work across the area, resulting in a number of arrests, charges, seizures and safeguarding actions.

🔹 Male arrested on recall to prison
🔹 Team assisted Shildon NPT with a drugs warrant 💊
🔹 A 30-year-old female was arrested twice in one week by PC 9355 Tyers and PC 9607 Douglas for shoplifting and has been charged with three offences 🛍️
🔹 A 39-year-old mother and her 17-year-old daughter were arrested for shoplifting by PC 9690 Knight and PC 9355 Tyers and charged with two offences
🔹 PC 9355 Tyers and PCSO 8731 Penman stopped a 46-year-old male in possession of three bags of stolen items worth over £140, which were seized 💼
🔹 SGT 9288 Crawford and PC 9339 Agar arrested a 60-year-old male for breach of a Sexual Risk Order. He was charged and remanded ⚖️
🔹 PC 9607 Douglas and PC 9443 Montelyac seized an off-road bike from a youth in the town 🏍️
➡️ We will continue to take proactive action against anti-social off-road bike use in our communities
🔹 A 29-year-old male was arrested for common assault, threats to kill and breach of a harassment order
🔹 Team assisted with the arrest of a 36-year-old male for assault 👮
🔹 A Child Abduction Warning Notice was served on a 19-year-old male to prevent inappropriate contact with a 14-year-old child safeguarding concerns 🛡️
🔹 Four youths were swiftly pursued and located after throwing items at houses in the Woodham area 🏠
🔹 Drone operations were utilised to identify off-road bike activity in the town 🚁
🔹 A stolen motorbike was located and recovered following house-to-house enquiries by PCSO 30421 Dale and PCSO 8731 Penman ✅

👏 We will continue to proactively target criminality, anti-social behaviour and safeguarding concerns within our communities.

Thank you to everyone who continues to report incidents and provide information to the team

07/05/2026

❌ 𝗦𝗘𝗜𝗭𝗘𝗗 ❌

Today PC Douglas and PC Montelatyc have seized a bike which was being ridden in an Anti-Social manner.

The rider was also reported for no insurance.