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June 8, 2016, 8:43 am

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POLICE are trying trace a stolen van taken during a burglary from a Launceston which they believe is now in Plymouth.The van was taken from Pennygillam industrial estate sometime between 6.15pm on Saturday May 28 and 9.15am on Sunday May 29.The van is liveried and the only one used by the company. Whilst it was stolen from Launceston, local police believe it may be in the wider Plymouth area. If you see this van or know of its whereabouts contact police on 101 or email 101@dc.police.uk or call...

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Pub arsonist jailed for dealing heroin in Plymouth

June 8, 2016, 9:16 am

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A PUB arsonist has been jailed for more than four years for dealing heroin on the streets of Plymouth.Addict Lee Garner, aged 50, was found with the drug up his backside as police investigated a fight, a court heard.Garner was jailed for four years and two months for supplying heroin.But he is already behind bars after being recalled on licence for burning down a historic thatched pub in 2008.He torched the 15th century George Hotel in Hatherleigh near Okehampton, because he was angry about...

Police show the red card to domestic abuse during Euro 16

June 8, 2016, 9:38 am

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Police are warning football fans not to let England's results become an excuse to abuse their partners.As the Euro 16 football tournament gears up Devon and Cornwall Police have launched their domestic abuse campaign warning potential offenders of the consequences of letting their emotions get the better of them. Historically, statistics show domestic abuse increases during the summer, particularly when a large sporting event taking place.Emotions run high and frustration and competitiveness can...

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June 8, 2016, 11:57 am

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DOZENS of police officers, including armed officers and the police helicopter were called to reports of a person being shot in Central Park – by a hoaxer. The call came in as a 999 call at 5.10pm today, stating that someone had been shot. Several police vehicles were seen to race up Alma Road and Outland Road to an area near Home Park. Paramedics from South West Ambulance Service were also called to attend as was the National Police Air Service (NPAS) Exeter helicopter. Just...

Woman missing in Scotland may be in Plymouth area, say police

June 8, 2016, 2:26 pm

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Police in Scotland believe a missing woman may be in the Devon and Cornwall area.Alison McDiarmid, aged 50, was reported missing from an address in the Kinmylies area of Inverness and has not been seen since the afternoon of Sunday June 6, 2016.Alison lives in Nairn and could either be in the Nairn or Inverness areas. She also has connections to Tayside and Perth and to Devon and Cornwall, and the public are being urged to contact police with any sightings.She is described as being 5ft 9ins...

Police find cannabis abandoned by grower at Plymouth city centre...

June 9, 2016, 2:15 am

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Police believe a cannabis farm found by a landlord may have been left to rot after the plant's owner disappeared. Officers were called to a property in Sydney Street, at about 3.30pm on June 2. After gaining entry, officers found a "large quantity" of cannabis plants and associated equipment used for growing. Workers from Western Power were also called to attend the property to make the electricity supply safe. The Herald understands there were around 200 pots, many of them containing...

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June 9, 2016, 2:47 am

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Police and the air ambulance were called after a collapsed man was spotted in a field on Wednesday evening.The man was found unconscious in the gateway of a field in the Newlands Cross area of Ermington near Ivybridge at just before 6pm. Police officers were called to the location to assist with diverting traffic to allow the air ambulance to land in the area. The man, said to be aged 50 and from the local area, was pronounced deceased at the scene. Updates: Follow our breaking news blog hereNo...

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June 9, 2016, 2:58 am

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Hungry cops have had their knuckles rapped after they parked in a taxi rank to grab a spot of dinner. The photo was sent to The Herald by an aggrieved Hackney carriage taxi driver who's friend spotted the large police carrier parked in the clearly signed taxi bay at the Ridgeway car park in Plympton. The council-owned car park allows for free parking and is adjacent to the Co-operative store car park, which is also free to customers. The taxi driver said the police vehicle was spotted at...

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June 9, 2016, 3:41 am

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THE body of a young man has been found in flats in Stonehouse. Officers were called to Valletort flats in Valletort Place, at 6.10pm on Wednesday after the man was found inside one of the properties. The 25-year-old man's next of kin have been informed but police say a formal identification has not yet been carried out. It is not known how long the body of the man has been inside the property. Police say investigators are currently working with the Plymouth coroner to establish the cause of...

Three arrested after police find cannabis farm at rear of...

June 9, 2016, 7:25 am

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Detectives have launched an investigation after a cannabis farm found at the rear of industrial yard in Plympton.Acting on information from members of the community, neighbourhood officers attended an address in Market Road, Plympton on May 11. Officers were able to smell cannabis and upon searching they found a number of outhouses at the rear of a business premises – just a few hundred yards from a infant school and church – which contained around 72 cannabis plants in what police...

Man cleared of assaulting pensioner after dog attack in Plymouth

June 9, 2016, 8:39 am

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A man accused of assaulting a pensioner has been cleared by a jury.Colin Andrew was charged with assaulting 78-year-old Michael Airy, who accused him of going "berserk" and attacking him after their dogs fought in the park. The jury were told how 45-year-old Mr Andrew "went mad" after confronting the pensioner on his doorstep weeks after the incident. The older man claimed Mr Andrew grabbed his T-shirt and pushed him over on to the stairs so that his full weight landed on top...

Plymouth crime chief says she smoked cannabis, but it shouldn't...

June 10, 2016, 12:18 am

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Plymouth's crime chief Alison Hernandez has admitted smoking cannabis, but says she doesn't want to see it legalised.The police and crime commissioner's statement came in response to questions about legalising the drug.Ms Hernandez, the Conservative Party candidate elected to the £85,000-a-year job last month, said she smoked cannabis 20 years ago.She was asked about her views on the drug following decisions by neighbouring police forces in Dorset, and Avon & Somerset, not to arrest...

Plymouth pensioner scared to go outside after brutal attack

June 10, 2016, 3:27 am

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A pensioner who was brutally attacked has been left too scared to leave his home.The 67-year-old man, who wishes to remain anonymous, has suffered from three fractures to his face, nerve damage and potential broken ribs from the unprovoked attack.On June 1 at about 11.30pm, the 67-year-old man, who wishes to remain anonymous, was walking home after meeting his grandson for a drink at his local pub – the Indian Inn, Stoke.The victim, who only goes out once a fortnight to play cards, usually...

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June 10, 2016, 5:35 am

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A desperate thief has been jailed for more than two years for burgling two homes and a recording studio in a single day.Heroin user Wayne Glanville, aged 44, went on a stealing spree after taking Valium tablets.His barrister told Plymouth Crown Court: "He did not care about anything anymore and went to find some properties to break into."Glanville has offences dating back almost 30 years.Jailing him for 876 days, or about two years and five months, Recorder Paul Grumbar said he was not...

Banned driver jumped red lights in police chase through busy...

June 10, 2016, 9:20 am

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A banned motorist sped away from police and drove through red lights and on the wrong side of the road in busy city streets, a court heard.Disqualified Curtis Amesbury, aged 20, put other road-users at risk as police pursued him for several miles.Officers eventually gave up the 50mph pursuit in the middle of the afternoon because it was too risky, Plymouth Crown Court heard.Danger driver Amesbury was in breach of a suspended prison sentence imposed for other motoring offences only four days...

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Man caught with cosh and cannabis in Plymouth

June 10, 2016, 9:50 am

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A MAN caught with drugs and a cosh in a car has narrowly avoided going to prison.Zachary Ben-Abdalla, aged 24, was collared by police in a Vauxhall Astra smelling strongly of cannabis, Plymouth Crown Court heard.Ben-Abdalla, of St Leonards on Sea in East Sussex, admitted possession of an offensive weapon on May 5.He also pleaded guilty to possession of a Class B drug.The court heard he had convictions for possession of a bladed article and possession of cannabis.Nigel Wraith, for the Crown...

Plymouth man admits making indecent images of children

June 10, 2016, 9:58 am

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A man has admitted having more than 100 indecent images of children.Jason Austin, aged 44, appeared at Plymouth Crown Court for sentence after admitting eight offences.Judge Ian Lawrie adjourned the case until July 22 for a probation report to be prepared.He warned the defendant that he faced custody, though any prison sentence may be suspended.Austin, who has learning difficulties, pleaded guilty to seven offences of making indecent images of children between 2006 and 2015.He also admitted one...

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June 10, 2016, 10:05 am

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Police and council chiefs are set to target city properties where antisocial behaviour and violence linked to drug use and supply after they successfully closed down a Morice Town flat. In May a closure order - under the Antisocial Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014 - was applied for by Plymouth City Council's Anti-Social Behaviour Team following an approach by Devon and Cornwall Police over problems surrounding a property owned by Plymouth Community Homes The property – 86 Keat...

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June 10, 2016, 10:37 am

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A babysitter has been jailed for sexually abusing a brother and sister more than 20 years ago.Sick Shaun Burton, aged 40, groomed the horse-loving young girl by encouraging her to ride on his back in return for sexual favours.The two siblings attended Plymouth Crown Court to finally see justice done two decades late.Police and prosecutors did not pursue the case when they first complained eight years ago because they believed there was insufficient evidence.The brave brother, now in his 30s,...

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June 10, 2016, 12:57 pm

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A man who admitted using his friend's disabled concessionary bus pass claimed the council was only taking him to court because he was black.David Taylor, of St Maurice Road, Plympton, pleaded guilty at Plymouth Magistrates School to five counts of using a ticket issued to another person which was not transferable. Prosecutor Helen Morris representing Plymouth City Council (PCC) told the court how the national bus pass scheme ensured people eligible for a bus pass could secure one. She said the...