Totnes Police

02/09/2026

We recently made several arrests in connection with suspected drug driving following an unauthorised music event in the South Brent area.

Officers carried out checks and and spoke to motorists to prevent further drink and drug driving offences. A number of drivers failed roadside drug wipe tests and were taken into custody.

Inspector Wes Watkins explained: “Our presence at the site was about prevention. We wanted to engage early with those present to deter them from driving whilst under the influence of drink or drugs, as we know this is one of the five main causes of serious injuries and deaths on our roads.”

If you have information about an unauthorised music event please contact Devon & Cornwall Police or Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.

For the full details of the operation please visit our website https://orlo.uk/5vp9D

27/08/2026

Bank Holiday! | Have a safe TRIP

Whether you’re leaving the south west or coming to visit, have a safe and enjoyable summer holiday road trip.

Follow the T.R.I.P. checks every driver needs to perform to keep themselves, their passengers and other road users safe.

TOP UP your fuel or battery, oil and screen wash
REST with planned stops of at least 15 minutes every two hours
INSPECT tyre pressure, tread depth and for cracks or tears before setting out
PREPARE for all weather conditions…it may be very hot, or we may have rain and thunderstorms

We’ll add that SPEED limits are there for your safety, they are not a target. Drive within the limit and to prevailing road, weather and traffic conditions. So, TRIPS: as easy to remember as TRIP.

🚗 Have a great bank holiday! 😎

(More on road safety in the comments 👇 )

22/08/2026

Enjoying the summer sun? Stay alert and be aware of your surroundings. Report anything that doesn’t feel right to security or report online in confidence at https://orlo.uk/07368

In an emergency call 999.

Remember, action counters terrorism.

If something doesn’t feel right, trust your instincts—report it to Counter Terrorism Policing. Share concerns in confidence and help keep the public safe.

15/08/2026

Enjoying the summer sun? Stay alert and be aware of your surroundings. Report anything that doesn’t feel right to security or report online in confidence at https://orlo.uk/TjyIn

In an emergency call 999.

Remember, action counters terrorism.

If something doesn’t feel right, trust your instincts—report it to Counter Terrorism Policing. Share concerns in confidence and help keep the public safe.

10/08/2026

Eclipse! | Keep yourself and everyone else safe

😎 Sound advice about watching the eclipse on Wednesday from David Jones, Consultant Ophthalmologist with the Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust. Click on the link.

🚗 If you are traveling to a vantage point to watch, please park safely and responsibly in official car parks and marked areas, don’t cause an obstacle by parking on verges, kerbs or pavements. Emergency vehicles need access everywhere at all times 🚑

🔥 Avoid the use of barbecues and be careful with disposing of ci******es, especially in countryside locations – it’s tinder dry out there. Please take your litter home with you.

☀️ Enjoy this rare and stunning event safely and responsibly.

08/08/2026

Enjoying the summer sun? Stay alert and be aware of your surroundings. Report anything that doesn’t feel right to security or report online in confidence at https://orlo.uk/KWSGs

In an emergency call 999.

Remember, action counters terrorism.

If something doesn’t feel right, trust your instincts—report it to Counter Terrorism Policing. Share concerns in confidence and help keep the public safe.

04/08/2026

APPEAL | We are appealing for the help of the public to identify this man in relation to an indecent exposure report in Totnes.

At around 11.30am on 27 June a man exposed himself in the Vire Island area in front of members of the public.

Various enquiries have been ongoing since the incident was reported and we are now in position to release an image to the public.

It is believed the man pictured may be able to assist with enquiries.

Anybody who can help identify him is asked to call 101 or visit our website quoting 50260165799.

03/08/2026

☀️ Summer Holidays = Adventure Time ☀️

Good Afternoon Totnesians

As the summer holidays are in full swing, we're asking parents and guardians to remind our young people that scaffolding and construction sites are not safe places to play.

We've received reports of young children treating scaffolding around the town like the latest climbing frame. While it might look tempting, scaffolding can be extremely dangerous, with the risk of falls and serious injury.

While you're here, a few summer safety reminders for our young people:
🚲 Wear helmets when cycling and scootering
🌊 Stay safe around water and never swim alone
🚗 Be aware of traffic when out playing
📱 Let someone know where you're going
☀️ Stay hydrated and wear sun cream

We want everyone to enjoy a fantastic summer holiday and return to school full of fun memories, not trips to A&E!

☀️🦢 (photograph of the River Dart looking stunning in the sunshine - with just the one swan, actually) 🦢☀️

01/08/2026

Enjoying the summer sun? Stay alert and be aware of your surroundings. Report anything that doesn’t feel right to security or report online in confidence at https://orlo.uk/IRcS6

In an emergency call 999.

Remember, action counters terrorism.

If something doesn’t feel right, trust your instincts—report it to Counter Terrorism Policing. Share concerns in confidence and help keep the public safe.

25/07/2026

Enjoying the summer sun? Stay alert and be aware of your surroundings. Report anything that doesn’t feel right to security or report online in confidence at https://orlo.uk/HUNtW

In an emergency call 999.

Remember, action counters terrorism.

If something doesn’t feel right, trust your instincts—report it to Counter Terrorism Policing. Share concerns in confidence and help keep the public safe.