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120 drivers arrested for drink or drug driving offences in Wiltshire during December
12:00 13/01/2026A total of 120 people were arrested for drink or drug driving offences in Wiltshire during December, a 35% increase on December 2024.
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Project Vigilant – the proactive policing tactic tackling violence against women and girls in Wiltshire
10:20 11/12/2025Wiltshire Police continues to carry out regular Project Vigilant deployments, which consist of intelligence-led patrols of hotspot locations to identify potential sexual predators and prevent sexual violence against women and girls (VAWG) across the county.
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Wiltshire Police continue efforts to address business crime across the county during a week of increased activity
16:00 18/11/2025Local policing teams across Wiltshire carried out over 100 additional public engagements during Safer Business Action (SaBA) week, which took place from last Monday, 10 November, to Sunday 16 November.
Public reminded to remain alert following a week of activity to tackle organised vehicle crime
15:00 29/10/2025Officers increased patrols of Wiltshire’s major road networks to disrupt and intercept criminal activity, as part of a national week of action targeting organised vehicle crime.
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Safer Streets Summer launches in Wiltshire and Swindon
15:00 03/07/2025Communities across Wiltshire and Swindon will benefit from a focused initiative aimed at enhancing safety and reducing crime in town centres across the county during the busier summer months.
Crimes and priorities
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Retail Crime
Action taken:
We’re committed to reducing retail crime in Westbury by supporting local businesses and targeting repeat offenders who cause harm to staff and the wider community. This includes patrols in key locations, working with stores to strengthen reporting and evidence gathering, and taking action where offences are identified.
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Burglary
Action taken:
Burglary, including both dwelling and non-dwelling offences is a key priority for the team.
We are carrying out proactive patrols and targeted operations, focusing on prevention and offender disruption.
We also encourage residents to review home security, report suspicious activity, and help us build intelligence to prevent further offences.
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Road Safety
Action taken:
Road safety is a core focus for the Westbury area, particularly speeding and anti-social driving.
Officers will continue targeted checks and patrols where issues have been raised, alongside enforcement and education to reduce risk on our roads.
We ask all drivers to slow down, stay alert, and help keep our communities safe.