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Police seek 4x4 driver after collision with pedestrian

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Posted: Sat, 04/02/2016 - 7:07am

Police are seeking a driver involved in a collision In Bovey Tracey which left an elderly pedestrian with serious leg injuries.

The collision between the 71-year-old woman and a dark-coloured 4x4 happened in Fore Street around 10.30am on Thursday 31 March.

The victim, from the Teignbridge area, was crossing the road near to the junction of Abbey Road, close to Lloyds Pharmacy, when the collision took place.

The male driver went to her assistance and put her in his vehicle, telling witnesses that he would take her home.

The woman was subsequently taken to the...

Unusual clues left at Seaton break-in

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Posted: Wed, 03/30/2016 - 10:23am

Police are appealing for help to trace a burglar who broke into a Seaton home and left behind their own belongings - a distinctive woolly hat and a sandwich.

The offender got into the house through an insecure door sometime between 11pm on Good Friday and 8.30am on Saturday [27 March].

Once inside the offender stole a silver iPad Air and a pair of new Vans trainers from their box.

However the occupants were left puzzled after the offender left behind some of their own belongings - including a Tesco tortilla wrap sandwich still in its packaging.

Also left was...

Appeal after man assaulted on Exeter Quay

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Posted: Wed, 03/23/2016 - 2:55pm

Police are appealing for witnesses after a man was assaulted on the Quay in Exeter on Sunday 20 March 2016.

A 62-year-old man from Exeter was walking along the canal at 9pm when he was approached by two young males on bikes who then pushed him into the river. As a result, the man suffered from hypothermia and an ambulance was called.

Acting Sergeant Andy Boundy said: “We are keen to hear from anyone who was in the area at this time and may have witnessed the incident.

“We know that there were people around because the man was helped out of the water by members of...

Police appeal after daylight burglary

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Posted: Thu, 02/25/2016 - 9:42am

Police are investigating after a burglar struck at a Teignmouth house while the owner was at home.

The offender entered the property in Barnpark Road through the back door around 4.20pm on Friday 19 February.

The owner heard a noise and when she went to investigate she found her handbag was missing.

The bag contained an iPhone, a Panasonic Lumix camera and a purse with cash and cards inside.

Police are appealing for information from anyone who may have seen suspicious individuals or activity in the road around the time of the offence.

Officers are...

Jewellery stolen in two Exeter burglaries

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 02/24/2016 - 5:25pm

Detectives are appealing for information after several distinctive items of jewellery were taken during two burglaries in Clyst St Mary, Exeter.

Two properties in Clyst Valley Road were broken into while the victims were away on holiday.

During the first burglary, that happened sometime between Saturday 13 February and Wednesday 17 February, Australian dollars were stolen, as well as a number of unique and distinctive pieces of jewellery (crime reference CR/ 011053/16).

  • An 18 carat gold necklace chain (pictured) with a unique design handcrafted in Pakistan,
  • ...

Do you know this careless driver?

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 02/16/2016 - 10:29am

Police are seeking this careless driver who ploughed into a line of traffic cones, leading to a pile-up on the A38 in Plymouth.

The hit-and-run driver was caught on camera striking the traffic cone barrier at road works near Marsh Mills. Their actions resulted in a three-vehicle collision further back on the carriageway - but fortunately no-one was seriously hurt.

Police have now released the footage in an attempt to trace the driver who left the scene without calling for help.

The footage from just after 9am on Thursday 14th January shows the driver colliding with...

Designer bag stolen from Exeter charity shop

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 02/10/2016 - 12:08pm

Police are keen to identify a woman after a designer handbag was stolen from a charity shop in Exeter city centre.

The Mulberry bag was stolen from the WESC charity shop in Sidwell Street on Tuesday 12th January at around 1pm.

Officers are keen to speak to the woman pictured, who has a distinctive mole on her left cheek, as she may be able to assist with enquiries.

If you can help ring 101 quoting crime reference number CR/002674/16 or pass on information to Crimestoppers anonymously by calling 0800 555 111.

Appeal following daytime burlgary in Exmouth

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Posted: Wed, 02/10/2016 - 11:09am

Police are investigating after a burglar struck at an Exmouth house while the occupants were at home.

The offender walked in through the front door of the property in New North Road on Thursday 4th February, while the family was upstairs and stole a handbag.

The blue denim Kipling bag contained a distinctive apple green coloured Ted Baker purse which has a faint scratch on the front. As well as cards and cash, the bag contained an umbrella and a set of keys.

Police are appealing for information from anyone who may have seen suspicious individuals or activity in the...

Jewellery stolen in Dawlish burglary

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Posted: Thu, 02/04/2016 - 9:25pm

Police in Dawlish are appealing for information following a house burglary in the Town.

The incident occurred between 12.30pm and 1pm on Wednesday 3 February at a property in Plantation Terrace, Dawlish.

Entry to the property was gained via a rear conservatory window and once inside and following a search, jewellery was stolen from a bedroom.

A witness recalls seeing a man on the driveway of the attacked property at the material time.

He is described as being a white man, aged in his 20s – 30s, 5ft 9in tall, medium / stocky build, with short dark grade one...

RNIB and Action for Blind People call for volunteers

Are you keen to make a real difference in 2016? We're in need of volunteers to join our Team and help to make every day better for people living with sight loss or blindness.

We are running a series of information events across the country in January and February where you can meet Staff and existing volunteers, find out about current opportunities and sign up as a volunteer.

From setting up a fundraising group with friends to arranging and helping at collections, speaking about the charity to potential supporters, helping in our local Vision Hotel or providing technology...

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