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Monthly Update for September 2026 for the Witton & Rudheath Ward Anti-Social Behaviour Report of youths playing knock & run on Shipbrook Road. CCTV obtained to assist with identifying those involved.Numerous reports of youths banging on windows and boarding at an address on Selkald Street. All the windows at the property have been smashed, and the occupant subject to abuse.Reports via Northwich Town Council, of youths playing football in James Street Park. There are signs saying no ball games, and the football has hit a vehicle causing damage.Reports of youths gathering at the Skatepark on Vickersway, reports suggest the youths are drinking and possible drugs use, riding around on Ebikes and Escooters. Regular patrols taking place, numerous stop searches have taken place, resulting in Community Resolutions for possession of cannabis.Burglary No reports received.Theft Report of numerous drive offs involving the same suspect. The suspect was identified and arrested whilst attempting to commit another offence in Rudheath. The suspect had committed 12 known thefts over the last few weeks locally. Enquiries establish number traffic offences. The suspect has been charged with theft of fuel, driving whilst disqualified, driving otherwise than in accordance with a licence and driving with no insurance.Road Safety Vehicle stopped on Gadbrook road. Driver provided a positive Drugs Wipe, investigation is ongoing.Concerns raised about speeding on Middlewich Road, Gadbrook Road and Shipbrook Road. CWAC conducting a survey on Middlewich Road. Requests for speed survey’s for Gadbrook Road & Shipbook Rood.Speed Enforcement conducted on Griffiths Road, 3 offences captured and report for processing.Report of a Road Traffic Collision on Vicarage Road. A male on an ebike has collided with a 12-year-old child, causing slight injuries. The rider failed to stop.Parking/highway Obstructions Report of vehicles obstructing the footpath on Lavender Drive, advisory notices issued. Patrols to continue to monitor the location.Report of a vehicle obstruction the footpath on Cookes Lane, Fixed Penalty Ticket issued.Report of a number of vehicles obstructing the footpath on Shakespeare Close, 3 Fixed Penalty Tickets issued. Weekly Police Surgeries The surgeries covering both Witton & Rudheath and Shakerley areas will be held on Saturday 16th October, on Princess Road, Allostock. A Police vehicle will be parked near to the play area, between 2pm – 3pm. Tuesday 20th October, at Costa Coffee, Cheshire Avenue, Lostock Gralam between 10am – 11am. Monday 26th October, at The Venue, Gadbrook Road, Rudheath between 5pm – 6pm. Saturday 7th November, on Hulme Lane, Lower Peover, A Police vehicle will be parked near to The Country Store, between 2pm - 3pm. Everyone is welcome to come along to say hello and discuss any local issues or concerns. I am aware that not everyone will be able to attend these surgeries, if you wish to raise any concerns please complete the Residents Voice Survey on the Cheshire Police Website, https://www.cheshire.police.uk/police-forces/cheshire-constabulary/areas/cheshire/campaigns/northwich/residents-voice when completing the survey, the Policing area is Witton & Rudheath. PCSO Phil Hambleton Northwich South Beat Team | 
