Saltash Police

05/04/2026

*** Appeal for Information – Salt Mill, Saltash ***
Following reports of damage to poultry within the boundaries of nearby residential properties, Saltash Police are asking members of the public to keep their dogs under close control whilst exercising in the area of Salt Mill, Saltash. Whilst there is no indication of any threat to members of the public using the area as a result of these reports, we have been made aware of several incidents over a 3 month period of a young small black dog walking some distance away from their owner and entering surrounding gardens. These incidents appear to consistently occur between 1700-1830hrs in the evening. If you do have any further information surrounding this incident, please contact us on 101 or via our website, quoting occurrence number 50260084493.

03/04/2026

Yesterday was Sarah’s first day as an independent PCSO. Sarah joined Nicola, Police Licensing Officer for Saltash to introduce themselves and discuss crime prevention in local pubs and licensed premises. They also managed to speak to numerous members of the public who were also out and about in town and around the Waterside area. We are very pleased to welcome Sarah to the team and now have another excellent PCSO, so please say hello when you see her out on patrol.

02/04/2026

🚔Incident update 🚨

At approximately 17:00 on Monday 30th March, police received a report of a male in possession of a knife on Fore Street, Saltash. Officers from the Neighbourhood team, A section Patrol and Professional Development Unit attended. They spoke to very helpful group of youths who had made the call to police. They provided an account of what had happened where one of them reported they had been assaulted by the unknown male and he had shown them a knife. They provided a detailed description of the suspect and with assistances of other members of the public pointed officers in the direction of where they had gone. A short while later, he was located and detained and searched. The suspect was later arrested for assault on the juvenile and possession of a bladed article in a public place.

The suspect was interviewed by C Section Patrol officers the following day. Following evidential review after interview, the suspect was charged and remanded to appear at Truro Magistrates on Wednesday 1st April.

The suspect, found guilty at court, was given 10 weeks imprisonment for the assault on the juvenile and ordered to pay compensation.

We would like to thank the anyone who assisted in this matter and was helpful in providing evidence to secure a quick and prompt outcome in the matter.

If you see something in the area that does not seem right, please call us on 101 to report the matter and if it is an emergency, like this incident, please call us on 999.

27/02/2026

Thank you to all the residents in Saltash who took time to speak to officers when we executed another Misuse of Drugs search warrant yesterday. Our enquiries are ongoing.

We know the big impact drug dealing and drug related crimes has on our community and we can make Saltash , with your help.

You can report concerns anonymously via Crimestoppers, 24 hours a day on 0800 555 111 or use their non- traceable online form.

Call 999 in an emergency or call 101 or report via 101 online directly to Devon and Cornwall Police, you can still remain anonymous. Please do not make reports via social media as accounts are not monitored 24/7.

31/01/2026

Local PCSO’s have been addressing anti-social behaviour on Fore Street. As a result of intelligence received, police were made aware that children were using a fire escape and stairwell for drinking and drug taking and had committed criminal damage, compromising the wellbeing and safety of residents.

PCSO’s subsequently conducted a number of random visits to the location and engaged partner agencies in relation to the concerns raised.

As a result the area has now been cleared and no new incidents noted.

Police will continue to monitor the area. If anyone has further information please call 101 or report online quoting reference 50260006419

27/01/2026

❗️TRAVEL GUIDANCE | Storm Chandra is bringing rain, wind and flooding across Devon and Cornwall this evening.

If you are travelling on the roads overnight or in the morning, please check the latest travel information before doing so.

We are starting to see some roads become flooded and impassable and this is only likely to increase overnight.

If you know the roads you usually use are likely to flood – please avoid them. Do not attempt to drive through flood water.

If you are using the roads, please drive with caution and care, drive to the conditions and allow plenty of time for your journey. You should also increase your distance from other vehicles and stay attentive to your surroundings.

Your safety and the safety of others depend on responsible driving during adverse weather conditions.

There are many places to check information on the roads including - https://orlo.uk/KHNPM your local news, the map app on your phone and other local traffic platforms.

Thank you and stay safe.

12/01/2026

🚨🚓 Good News - Project Retail 🚨🚓

Last week, after receiving information on a wanted person's whereabouts in Saltash, officers from D Section Patrol located and arrested said male on suspicion of shoplifting.

With help from officers from across Liskeard Sector, the 41 year old was charged with 5 counts of shoplifting in both the Saltash and Callington areas. On the basis of a Prison Recall, he is currently remanded awaiting sentencing later this month.

We will continue to take action against those who cause harm to our communities. Together we can make a difference. Please do not hesitate to call 999 in an emergency, or visit our website / dial 101 for non urgent matters.

08/01/2026

❗️Red weather warning in place across Cornwall❗️

Please visit the Met Office page for further guidance and updates: https://weather.metoffice.gov.uk/warnings-and-advice/uk-warnings #?date=2026-01-08&id=4048e7e1-0152-405a-8ee0-7441f990eda8

28/12/2025

REQUEST FOR INFORMATION

Police are currently investigating a series of incidents of criminal damage where private and public property has been targeted by graffiti. Affected locations include Seaton, Downderry, Looe, Hessenford, Crafthole and surrounding areas. We have seen an increase in these incidents during hours of darkness on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. We are encouraging anyone with information on these incidents to report online or through 101, quoting reference 50250328700. You can also use Crime Stoppers if you wish to provide information anonymously.

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22/12/2025

🚎 Officers in plain clothes keep an eye out for inappropriate behaviour on buses 🚎

We've been carrying out preventative patrols on local bus services between Saltash, Looe, and Torpoint to tackle individuals whose behaviour makes others feel uncomfortable, such as repeat or unwanted attention, or those acting drunk and disorderly.

On Saturday, the atmosphere was very positive on the buses and there were no signs of predatory or concerning behaviour on this occasion.

Whilst this was a positive, we are aware that this behaviour can and does happen.

That’s why we’ll continue to carry out plain clothes operations like this in 2026, at different times and on different routes.

Inspector Ned Bowie said: “As a force, we remain committed to tackling serious violence, violence against women and girls and sexual offences.

“Plain clothes operations like these are another tactic that our officers use to pursue perpetrators, deter offending and create safer spaces for everyone."

➡️ If you see or experience behaviour that causes you a concern, please report it to us online or by calling 101.

📲 If there is an immediate danger, always call 999.