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Grooming duo sentenced to prison
16:20 10/07/2026Two men who groomed and exploited a vulnerable teenage girl have been jailed following a South Wales Police investigation.
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Arrests in Thailand: statement
16:43 26/06/2026South Wales Police has been made aware that two 17-year-old boys from Cardiff have been arrested in Thailand.
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South Wales Police response to serious and organised crime graded as ‘good’ by HMICRFS
09:17 26/06/2026South Wales Police welcomes His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services’ findings of how the force responds to serious and organised crime.
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Serious disorder Ely, Cardiff: Thirty people sentenced
14:58 19/06/2026Thirty people have been sentenced for their part in serious disorder which happened in the Ely area of Cardiff on Monday, May 22, 2023.
Murder of Phillip Saunders in Cardiff in 1987
14:32 19/06/2026South Wales Police is carrying out a review of exhibits to assess whether there is any potential for further forensic investigation.
Crimes and priorities
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Vehicle crime
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Action taken is updated every three months
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Vehicle Crime
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I have conducted leaflet drops, sent out SWL messages providing crime prevention advice and provide further suitable advice at engagements on a monthly basis.
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Shoplifting – Tesco, The Parade
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Officers followed up on reports and carried out reassurance visits and patrols. Overall shoplifting has reduced by 75% from this time last year.
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Anti social behaviour and reports of cannabis Caerleon Park
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We have carried out high-visibility patrols in this area and are working with the Vale council and community safety team to stamp out anti-social behaviour.
We have set up and attended local surgeries and encouraged residents to attend to discuss concerns. We have seen a significant decrease in ASB in this area.