Please stay vigilant

Residents living in rural areas surrounding Chester-le-Street - please stay vigilant.

Officers have responded to reports of several burglaries in the last week. Enquiries into these incidents are ongoing.

Officers are carrying out extra patrols and are equipped with our drone, ready to respond if required.

They are also working hard with our partners, to ensure that residents feel safe and supported.

We ask residents to:

Don't make it easy for thieves.