Policing Peterborough, Thorpe Wood Police Station, Peterborough (2026)

14/04/2026

Do you recognise this man?

We would like to speak to him in connection with a robbery in Peterborough.

At around 12.30am on 15 March, a man approached the victim on Eastfield Road, tackled him to the ground and made off with cash, a bank card and a watch.

Anyone who recognises the man pictured, or has information, is asked to contact police on 101 or report online at https://orlo.uk/GTjNM, quoting incident 35/19409/26.

Alternatively, information can be passed anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via www.crimestoppers-uk.org.

14/04/2026

Throughout his time as a PCSO, Ronnie has spent time building relationships within the community through regular visits to various community groups and care homes across the sector.

He recently called in to Werrington Lodge care home to catch up with the residents and staff over some breakfast. 👮☕

It is always good to spend some time talking to them about their concerns and provide any advice when necessary.

To make the visit even better, Ronnie got to see all of the lovely creations they had made during a recent Easter bonnet crafting session.

Thanks for the great morning, and we hope to see you all again soon! 💙

13/04/2026

At about 7.15am on Thursday, we received numerous calls reporting concerns for the safety of a horse that was running on the Cardea Bypass. 🐴

Officers attended and the road was temporarily closed while they tried to get the horse to safety.

However, it was having too much fun on this early morning adventure and refused to move from the side of the road!

Eventually, the owner was able to assist, with the horse finally returning safely to where it belongs.

13/04/2026

The family of a “deeply loved” motorcyclist who died after a collision in Peterborough have paid tribute to him.

Robin Cooper, 50, of Earl Mews, Market Deeping, died after his motorcycle struck a lamp post on the A605 in Flaxley Road at about 2.40pm on Friday (3 April).

His son said in a family tribute: “Robin was a deeply loved father, son, brother, uncle and friend. To those he left behind, he was a great man and will be remembered for his charismatic nature and humour always making us smile.

“Dad's unwavering strength, support and love meant the world to myself and my brother, and he encapsulated every element of a man we could ever wish to be. He is forever in the hearts of those he meant the most to, and we are proud to carry his memory and soul with us for the rest of our days.

“We will treasure the memories of a good man gone far, far too soon. Our family, beloved dog Dove, and every life touched beyond will sorely miss you, Dad, and we look forward to seeing you again and will live our lives to the fullest in your memory.”

Officers are appealing for information from anyone who may have witnessed the collision.

Anyone with information should contact police online at https://orlo.uk/iZU41, quoting Operation Poplar or incident 280 of 3 April. Those without internet access should call 101.

13/04/2026

Four people have been arrested following the fatal stabbing of a 16-year-old boy in Peterborough.

Police were called at just before 7pm yesterday ( Sunday 12 April) to a report the teenager had been attacked in Riseholme, near the Orton Centre.

Emergency services, including paramedics, went to the scene and the boy was taken to hospital, but he died later in the evening.

Detectives are treating the boy’s death as murder and two people from Peterborough – a 15-year-old boy and an 18-year-old man – are under arrest on suspicion of murder,

A 17-year-old girl from Peterborough has been arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender and a 16-year-old girl from March has been arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender and possession of a bladed article.

All are in custody at Thorpe Wood Police Station.

An area around the scene at the Orton Centre has been cordoned off to allow police inquiries to be carried out and there will be an increased police presence in the area over coming days.

DCI Richard Stott, from the Beds, Cambs and Herts Major Crime Unit, said: “This is tragic incident which has resulted in the death of a young man, and we are in contact with his family and keeping them updated.

“While we understand the death will be concerning for local people, we do not believe this was a random attack and there will be a significant police presence in the area over coming days.

“I would urge anyone who believes they have information about this attack, or lives in the area and has CCTV at their home, to contact police.”

Anyone with information is urged to contact police via the website https://orlo.uk/NwlA6, using the web chat function or by calling 101, quoting Operation Whitby or incident 373 of Sunday (12 April).

Alternatively contact Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555111 or via www.crimestoppers-uk.org.

13/04/2026

Reported 👮 Found 👮 Recovered

Response officers were on proactive patrols in Whittington in Parnwell last week when they came across this car which was found to have been stolen from Lincolnshire last week.

It has since been recovered and enquiries are ongoing🚗

#781 #619

12/04/2026

Earlier this week, our neighbourhood officers joined Peterborough City Council parking enforcement officers and the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency on a joint operation in Woodston and Fletton in response to concerns about inconsiderate parking and untaxed vehicles.

During the operation, several cars were clamped and we issued parking tickets to vehicles that were blocking the pavements. 🚗

This is part of their work towards one of the priorities they will be focusing on over the next few months: Anti-social parking issues in Fletton and Woodston

You can read more about the team’s new priorities and keep up to date on the work they are doing on our website👉 https://orlo.uk/YOuaU

12/04/2026

Last Sunday, our neighbourhood officers were back at Wellington Street car boot sale as part of their ongoing work to tackle retail crime, including the sale of stolen goods. 👮🛍️

During these patrols, a few stall holders received words of advice about the items they were selling, but on this occasion no arrests or seizures were made.

However, later that day, officers visited a car park in Dickens Street, Eastfield, following information that it was being used to sell suspected stolen goods.

As officers arrived, a group of people made off with bags of items and didn’t fancy stopping for a chat.

One man was detained and found to be carrying about 20 bottles of olive oil, numerous boxes of chocolates and kitchen items.

That wasn’t all, as even more goods were found stored in his car and house!

⚖️The man in his 30s, as well as a woman in her 30s and a teenage boy were arrested on suspicion of handling stolen goods.

In addition to this, traffic officers stopped a car nearby in Crawthorne Road due to information about it being used for thefts in other counties.

⚖️A 33-year-old man and a 33-year-old woman were arrested after suspected stolen goods were found in the vehicle.

Our patrols of these areas and taking action through arrests and seizing goods will continue when we can.

Want to find out more about policing where you live? Sign up to our eCops email system here👉 https://orlo.uk/RirMq

11/04/2026

One Monday morning call, one more loved one kept safe 🏠 💜

It’s just after 8am on a Monday morning when you walk back into your living room after 10 minutes and realise your husband is missing.

He didn't just walk out via the front door - a neighbour saw him leaving by using a ladder to climb over the garage in the back garden. Because he has dementia, this makes you even more concerned 😞

This was the reality for one worried woman in her 80s earlier this month in Stanground, Peterborough, who called us immediately. Luckily, the vulnerable elderly man returned just minutes later while she was still on the phone to us.

We visited the couple’s home to talk them through the Herbert Protocol with them. Have you heard of it? 💡 👀 It’s a scheme we support that can help find people with dementia if they go missing.

It encourages family and friends to fill out an online form that will help officers in the event a loved one goes missing by collating key pieces of information, such as a physical description, familiar places, health details and an up-to-date photo.

In just three months, 110 people have signed up to the scheme and filled out the useful form online 🙌 🚔

You can also register your interest for one of our smart yellow wristbands, which store the name and contact details of a wearer’s next of kin so that if someone gets lost, members of the public can quickly access contact details and reunite them - often taking away the need to call us.

To fill out your own Herbert Protocol form for a loved one living in Cambridgeshire, visit our dedicated web page: https://orlo.uk/Herbert-Protocol_lkwsF

11/04/2026

We’re renewing our appeal to find missing Alfie Caney who was last seen two weeks ago.
These two CCTV images are of the 15-year-old at B&M at the Orton Centre, in Peterborough, just before he was last seen on the afternoon of 28 March.
Officers are continuing searches and inquiries this weekend at the Orton Centre and in the areas of Pennington, Orton Mere and Ferry Meadows.
We’re urging anyone who has CCTV on their property and lives in these areas, as well as Medworth and Marsham, to review their footage from 6pm on the day Alfie went missing.
Officers are also making inquiries in areas where he has links, including Chatham, Kent, London and Northamptonshire.
Anyone who has seen Alfie or has information about his whereabouts should use reference incident 338 of 28 March and report it through the force website: https://orlo.uk/DBY41
Anyone without internet access should call 101.

11/04/2026

One of the priorities for our southern neighbourhood team is tackling anti-social behaviour (ASB) in Hampton.

👮As part of this, we have been out on patrol in the Albert Crescent and Serpentine Lake area, taking the time to talk to those we saw out and about and listening to their concerns.

If you were unable to talk to us on this occasion and have an ASB concern, you can report it to us online👉 https://orlo.uk/V9fpq

Want to find out more about your team’s latest priorities? Then visit our website👉https://orlo.uk/uiJJw

10/04/2026

It was a landmark day for 18 student police officers as they passed out this afternoon in front of family and friends at force HQ.

They were welcomed by Chief Constable Simon Megicks and will now be posted to police stations across the county.

If you want to follow in their footsteps, or know someone who might, we’re open for recruitment to our Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship (PCDA).

Successful applicants will study for a degree, earning while they learn, with no tuition fees or debt.

Find out more and apply on our website. https://orlo.uk/EMn3G

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