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Hundreds of online predators and abusers caught by specialist organised crime teams
After jailing gang members for more than 7,000 years, ROCUs are now turning their attention to complex online harm
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Thief used cash trap devices to steal from ATMs across Essex and London
Over a six-month period, Artur Sutu stole around £40,000 and caused damage totalling a further £60,000. He has now been jailed.
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Man from Lancashire jailed for online child sex offences
Last week (Friday 17 July 2026) a Lancashire man was jailed for child sex offences following an investigation by the North West Regional Organised Crime Unit.
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North East police unite under Operation Sentinel
North East police reaffirm united front against Serious and Organised Crime under Operation Sentinel.
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Fraudsters jailed over £11million investment scam which targeted elderly victims
Steven Long and Raymond Simpson deceived more than 100 victims across the country, promising to protect their homes, trust funds, and life savings.
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Man jailed for child sex offences following joint NWROCU/ Police Scotland investigation
Today (Friday 17 July) at Manchester Crown Court, a Manchester man has been jailed for eight years after admitting a series of child sexual offences following a joint investigation by the North West Regional Organised Crime Unit and Police Scotland
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Three people sentenced for controlling prostitution
Three people who ran a network of brothels across the country have been sentenced at Swindon Crown Court today (17 July).
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Charity fraudster to compensate victims
Victims of a bogus charity collector are to receive compensation following work carried out by the South West Regional Organised Crime Unit (SWROCU).
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Four charged with drugs conspiracy
Four people have been charged with conspiracy to supply class A drugs following an investigation by the South West Regional Organised Crime Unt (SWROCU).
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International drug trafficker who imported 1,000kg of cocaine jailed
An international drug trafficker responsible for importing 1,000kg of cocaine to the UK has been jailed for 20 years after an investigation by the East Midlands Special Operations Unit (EMSOU).
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