Cheshire is renowned for its beautiful countryside and farmland,
which encourages some very rich and diverse wildlife habitats.
Since so much of the county’s population lives or works in the
countryside, rural policing is a vital aspect of keeping Cheshire
residents safe.
Rural communities are usually small and closely knit, and the
impact of crime can often feel greater because. Cheshire Police
recognises this and seeks to provide support and reassurance to
those living in villages and rural areas.
We are committed to protecting wildlife and the environment, and
tackling rural issues.
The main roles of Cheshire Constabulary’s rural and wildlife
officers are:
- coordinating investigations involving rural crimes or affecting
rural residents.
- liaising with other agencies, including RSPCA, RSPB,
Environment Agency, Cheshire Wildlife Trust, Wirral and Cheshire
Badger Group, Bat Conservation Trust and Natural England, to
collate and disseminate information on rural and wildlife
crime.
- provide information and support to police officers on rural
issues.
- education through talks to farmers, landowners and the public
to raise awareness of wildlife issues, rural crime policing and the
devastating results of animal cruelty.
As with any type of crime, we rely on the assistance of the
public and agencies to enable us to detect offences and prosecute
offenders. You can help us by being our eyes and ears. Report
things that make you suspicious. Wildlife criminals are often
involved in other types of crime. Your call may lead police to
uncover all sorts of illegal activity.
Contacts
For non-emergencies contact the police on 0845 458 0000 and the
information will be passed immediately to specialist rural officer.
Alternatively, call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.