News and appeals Serious Collision near Kingsbridge At 13.14hrs on Wednesday 23rd September 2020, emergency services were called to the scene of a serious road … In 2017, confiscation and compensation orders were issued to Susan Benstead and Edward James by Southwark Crown Court and since then as funds have been made available, some victims have received their compensation. The majority of people have followed the guidance and played their part in helping to stop the spread of COVID-19. The Mail had claimed that "a third of Brits think the police have gone too far with their lockdown crackdown". We all have a personal responsibility to follow it to help stop of the spread of a deadly virus. RDO Burnett said that it was surprising Torbay had so few open inquiries, which included domestic incidents and fraud. Do you know your Black Dog from your Germansweek? Or your Ogwell to your Zeal Monachorum? asked DCC Netherton, who in January 2019 warned that the main hazard the nation had to steel itself for was a pandemic. This includes the option for officers to fine those refusing to adhere to Government guidance surrounding the observing of vital social distancing. Those exempt from wearing a face mask will not be fined. that the main hazard the nation had to steel itself for was a pandemic, woman from Exeter was jailed for six months after spitting in a police officer’s face, death on railway line, firearms incidents, suspected stabbings and fatal road traffic accidents, Review of coronavirus lockdown is not likely to be anytime soon, 76,000 families will 'miss out on Universal Credit coronavirus cash', Tributes to 34 Plymouth people in latest funeral and death announcements, Touching messages have been paid to 34 Plymouth people who have passed away recently, When Union Street was 'the belle of the ball' and known around the world, Knock it down? My hope is the public will continue to act responsibly and comply in the majority of incidents. Devon and Cornwall Police said they were concerned for her welfare, and searches were ongoing. Or show it love? Operation Octagon relates to a Devon and Cornwall Police investigation into Crown Currency Exchange Ltd, based in Hayle, which began in 2010. Ms Maddison is described as white, about 5ft 4ins tall, with dark brown shoulder length hair. Reports should be made through online reporting wherever possible via https://www.devon-cornwall.police.uk/contact/. Devon and Cornwall Police have vowed they will get tough with the "minority" who "continue to ignore the Government instruction" to stay home, protect the NHS and save lives. Those that you point out as having concerns, only had concerns in SOME cases. Our approach remains the same, engaging with people first, educating them on the law and encouraging them to comply. “Devon and Cornwall Police will maintain the approach of the 4Es to the new legislation using engagement, education and encouragement to ask members of the public to comply with the regulations. #M5 J30 #ExeterServices Southbound entry slip is currently blocked due to an on going police incident. Eighteen incidents have come in from South Devon, including domestics, fraud, concerns for welfare and nuisance anti-social behaviour. “Unfortunately there is a minority who continue to ignore Government instruction which is in place ultimately to save lives. Devon and Cornwall Police has been contacted for further details. His comments  come after the Home Office accused the Daily Mail of "misleading" the public about the level of popular support the police have during this difficult time. Staff at the Devon and Cornwall Police control room in Exeter listed all the live logs open across the county – including crimes, accidents and other investigations. Police in Devon and Cornwall are being ostracised by members of the public who 'don’t appreciate that they are trying to save lives', the Deputy Chief Constable for Devon & Cornwall has said. We will consider the most appropriate response and will target the most problematic behaviour. DCC Paul Netherton OBE - who is the national lead for contingency planning and resilience - revealed that a member of the public told one officer: "urggh get away from me - I don’t know where you have been - you shouldn’t be allowed in shops.“. Sending out a message to the public, the force's Assistant Chief Constable Glen Mayhew said: "The vast majority of the public continue to be supportive of our actions and are adhering to restrictions, and I am keen that we continue to operate a policing style that is one of engagement and encouragement. If members of the public are concerned that the law is being broken or they are experiencing anti-social behaviour, they can report this to Devon and Cornwall Police.