At the Parish Council Meeting, 20th January 2012, the police reported that there had been a reduction in the number of burglaries in Somercotes.

Persistent Offenders were being recalled on license, after re-offending.

There has been a problem with diesel thefts from vehicle depots.

Operation Rocky, based on crime detection, reducing ASB and executing warrants had been a success.

Your local Safer Neighbourhood Team can be contacted by dialing ‘101’. 

A suspected arson attack at Cockshut Lane (Xmas Eve) had seen a stable block destroyed – a substantial reward has been offered, subject to a successful prosecution in court.

You can report crimes, incidents or pass information to the Police by dialing ‘101’ (all calls charged at 15p) or anonymously to ‘Crime stoppers’ on 0800 555111