Policing news from around Leicestershire
Catch up with a selection of policing news from across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland. You can also find a selection of police events to put in your diary.
- Cannabis factory found in city business premises
Over 100 cannabis plants have been seized in a police raid today (Monday February 6).
Issued on 06/02/12 - Hinckley Police latest 'eMeeting'
Hinckley Police are inviting residents to take part in their next eMeeting (previously called web chat) on Tuesday February 7th.
Issued on 06/02/12 - Missing Leicester woman, Amanda Driver, found safe and well
A Leicester woman who was reported missing on Thursday February 2 has been found safe and well.
Issued on 06/02/12 - No arrests during city centre protests
Leicestershire Police Chief Constable Simon Cole has sent a public thank you to the people of Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland for their support in ensuring today’s marches in the city centre passed peacefully.
Issued on 04/02/12 - February 4 planned marches updates
9am audio update 9.37am - Officers are starting to be deployed into Leicester city centre so expect to see police vehicles...
Issued on 04/02/12 - Planned protests - what you can expect on the day
Police have released details of what the policing operation in Leicester city centre will look like tomorrow (Saturday February 4).
Updated on 03/02/12 - Police issue second warning after more gas pipes stolen in Leicester
Officers from Hinckley Road police station are issuing their second warning in two weeks after more homes were targeted for their copper gas pipes.
Issued on 02/02/12 - Man charged after a burglary in Shirley Street, Leicester
Officers investigating a burglary in Leicester have charged a man in relation to it.
Issued on 02/02/12 - Cycle Safety Day launched at University of Leicester
Students from the University of Leicester are to receive free bicycle D locks and road safety advice on Thursday February 2, to reduce cycle crime.
Issued on 01/02/12 - City weekly brief – January 23 to 29, 2012
You may be aware that yesterday, Leicestershire Police and Leicester City Council announced that the English Defence League (EDL) and Leicester Unite Against Fascism (UAF) will undertake marches in the city on Saturday (February 4). Extensive liaison has taken place and concerns raised by communities, local businesses and residents have been taken into consideration, with two routes having now been announced. Of course, a large team of officers experienced in policing large scale events will support the policing of both marches on Saturday, in order to prevent any potential disruption from occurring and ensuring that the City remains as normal as possible. To find out more, please take five minutes to read the attached press release: http://www.leics.police.uk/news/6018_police_and_council_reassure_public_following
Issued on 31/01/12