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Two men, 21 and 25, got a very early wake-up call from police today (Thursday) as part of co-ordinated warrants following a courier fraud.
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Officers from the YHROCU, working with UK Border Force colleagues, seized 536 kilos of cocaine with an estimated street value of more than £53million, from the London Gateway port, near Thurrock, Essex, on Friday.
A drug dealer said to be inspired by the film Home Alone to rig his house with trip wires and home-made ‘pipe bombs’ has been sentenced today following an investigation by specialist detectives from the Yorkshire and Humber Regional Organised Crime Unit.
A gang of cowboy builders who defrauded vulnerable and elderly homeowners have been served with a bill for more than £1.5 million.
A couple who profited from ticket touting have been ordered to pay back nearly £3 million or face jail.
Two men who were involved in duping people out of more than £3.7million by claiming to give them early access to their pension pots have been jailed following an investigation by the Yorkshire and Humber Regional Organised Crime Unit (YHROCU).
Incidents of suspects pressuring people into buying low-value household items such as feather dusters, cloths and basic utensils have been reported across the region. Victims are then overcharged on mobile card machines with victims in some cases being defrauding of thousands of pounds on their doorsteps. Recent cases investigated by the YHROCU involve SumUp card reader devices where victims were charged far more than agreed, sometimes overcharged by as little as £50, and in other instances with totals running into thousands of pounds. Suspects quote a smaller price at the door before amending the number without the victim’s knowledge or by rushing them through the payment process so they don’t notice the final sum is far higher than agreed. This tactic is consistent with wider doorstep fraud patterns, pressure selling, unfair practices and deception, highlighted in national guidance. YHROCU counter fraud coordinator Jags Sanghera said: “These individuals are not genuine community sellers, they are organised criminals deliberately targeting those who may place trust in a knock at the door. “If anyone approaches you unannounced offering items for sale, do not engage. Stop the transaction immediately, close the door, and report the incident to the police without delay.” How to protect yourself and others Don’t buy on the doorstep. You are under no obligation to engage with cold callers. If in doubt, keep them out. Never hand over your card or allow anyone else to operate the machine. Check the screen carefully and decline if the amount isn’t what you agreed. Ask for a printed or emailed receipt and business details. Look out for neighbours, especially those who are older or otherwise vulnerable, and report suspicious activity. If you’ve been targeted or think you’ve overpaid Report it online at Report Fraud (the national reporting centre) If a crime is in progress, the suspect is nearby, call 999. For non-emergencies, call 101. Contact your bank immediately to dispute any unauthorised or incorrect transaction. Card-reader providers outline chargeback processes for incorrect amounts or disputed transactions.
The Yorkshire and Humber Regional Organised Crime Unit (YHROCU) continues to play a vital role in tackling serious and organised crime (SOC) across the region according to a report published by His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS).
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Talented school students from across the region put their cyber skills to the test as part of the third annual Cyber Switch Up competition. Organised by the Yorkshire and Humber Regional Organised Crime Unit (YHROCU) the flagship Cyber Prevent event for the region held its finals day last week at the University of Hull. Cyber Switch Up continues to grow year on year, and 2025 was no exception. An outstanding 5,216 young people aged 11 to 17 from schools and colleges across Humberside, North, South and West Yorkshire registered to take part. Of these, 4,555 students (87%) competed in the Online Qualifier, demonstrating exceptional cyber skills, creativity, and determination.
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Police have renewed an appeal for information to help locate a convicted drug dealer who is wanted by Police after failing to appear at court for sentencing.