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Detectives continuing appeal after firearm discharge in city
13:40 20/03/2025Detectives are still working hard to investigate a firearm discharge in Stoke-on-Trent and we’re continuing to appeal for information as part of our enquiries.
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More than 260 arrests as Making Great Places initiative continues
13:15 19/03/2025We’ve put a dent in organised crime in Shelton and Hanley Park after making more than 260 arrests and carrying out a day of action as part of our Making Great Places initiative.
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Man jailed after officers spot him giving out heroin and crack deals
09:40 19/03/2025A man has been jailed after we spotted him doing deals of heroin and crack in Stoke-on-Trent.
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Teenager, 17, jailed after handgun and bullets found in car
15:30 17/03/2025A teenage boy has been jailed after we took a potentially lethal firearm off the streets following the discovery of a handgun in Stoke-on-Trent.
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Appeal to find man wanted in Stoke-on-Trent
16:40 14/03/2025We’re looking for Robert Cooper, from Stoke-on-Trent, and we’re keen to speak to anyone with any information that can help us.
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Crime levels in your area
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Crime per Month
| Month | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 2024 | 53 | 7% |
| Mar 2024 | 58 | 7.6% |
| Apr 2024 | 54 | 7.1% |
| May 2024 | 73 | 9.6% |
| Jun 2024 | 69 | 9.1% |
| Jul 2024 | 74 | 9.7% |
| Aug 2024 | 80 | 10.5% |
| Sep 2024 | 83 | 10.9% |
| Oct 2024 | 58 | 7.6% |
| Nov 2024 | 58 | 7.6% |
| Dec 2024 | 55 | 7.2% |
| Jan 2025 | 47 | 6.2% |