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BBC News
27-07-2025
- BBC News
Students join Devon and Cornwall Police for work experience
A group of 56 students were given the opportunity to work alongside police officers and staff during a work experience programme. The programme, offered to students aged 14 and 15, gave students the chance to learn more about what keeps communities in Cornwall safe, Devon and Cornwall Police said. The force added students were given the chance to meet specialist police teams from the dog unit, drone unit, road casualty reduction unit and the neighbourhood support Phil Rees, who helped to co-ordinate the week, said: "There are so many career pathways within the force and I'm pleased that we were able to showcase some of them." 'Positive and trusting' Students took part in practical exercises and drills throughout the week. The force said it ended with a 'passing out parade' on the final day where students were presented with certificates recognising their Rees added: "Whether they choose a career in policing or not, connecting with young people like this is key in making sure that we form strong, positive and trusting relationships with this age group as they head into adulthood."We've had some great feedback following the week. Thank you to all the students and police officers who took part in the work experience, it was fantastic to have you on board." Devon and Cornwall Police said the week was supported by officers from the British Transport Police, police cadets and Devon and Cornwall Police operations unit, and was co-ordinated by Devon & Cornwall Police youth engagement officers.
The Sun
11-06-2025
- The Sun
Desperate search for ‘high-risk' missing woman, 32, in wheelchair as cops urge ‘call 999 if you see her'
COPS are searching for an extremely vulnerable woman who disappeared yesterday. Katherine Busby is considered a "high risk missing person" and uses a black wheelchair with a motorised front trike attachment. The 32-year-old was last seen in the Efford area of Devon at 3.30pm on Tuesday. In a statement on X, Devon & Cornwall Police described Katherine as: "White female, slim build, reddish blond hair - light grey hoodie, black trousers." 1
Daily Mail
06-05-2025
- Daily Mail
BREAKING NEWS Bank Holiday tragedy as boy, 13, dies after jumping into canal
A teenage boy has died after jumping into a canal on Bank Holiday Monday. The 13-year-old failed to surface after leaping into the canal in Exeter, Devon. He was pulled from the water and given first aid. The boy was rushed to an Exeter hospital in a serious condition, where he died. Devon and Cornwall police said emergency crews were called to Clapperbrook Lane East at 4.35pm. Acting Superintendent Chris Conway said: 'This is an awful and tragic incident, and we offer our condolences to the family who are being supported by specialist officers. 'We would ask that the privacy of the family is respected as they come to terms with their devastating loss.' His death is not being treated as suspicious and his family have been informed. One local said: 'There are areas of the canal where swimming is banned. There are warning signs in these areas.' This is a breaking story, more to follow.
