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Justice for Victims: How York-Based Investigators Help Secure Jail for Criminal Who Ran Jobseeker and DBS Scam
York

Justice for Victims: How York-Based Investigators Help Secure Jail for Criminal Who Ran Jobseeker and DBS Scam

A criminal who ran a cruel fake jobseeker scam is jailed thanks to York investigators. Learn how he targeted unemployed victims with bogus jobs and laundering money.

Feb 23, 2026
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A Guide to Using the Award-winning Knife Crime Documentary Released Free After Use in 300 UK Schools for Meaningful Discussion
Leeds

A Guide to Using the Award-winning Knife Crime Documentary Released Free After Use in 300 UK Schools for Meaningful Discussion

Discover 'Cut Short,' the award-winning documentary on UK knife crime. See how a mother and a former gang member unite in a powerful campaign. Free with resources.

Feb 20, 2026
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A Case Study in Council Action: How Persistent Complaints Led to a Stereo and CDs Seized from Flat to Stop Nuisance Noise
York

A Case Study in Council Action: How Persistent Complaints Led to a Stereo and CDs Seized from Flat to Stop Nuisance Noise

York Council and police seized a tenant's stereo after months of complaints from neighbours about loud night music and a breach of a Noise Abatement Notice.

Feb 13, 2026
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The Real Cost of Fraud: Inside the Case Where Magistrates Fine Two Drivers Who Misused Others’ Blue Badges
York

The Real Cost of Fraud: Inside the Case Where Magistrates Fine Two Drivers Who Misused Others’ Blue Badges

Two York drivers have been found guilty of fraudulent Blue Badge use, facing fines over £2k. The City of York Council is cracking down on disabled parking fraud.

Feb 12, 2026
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The Anatomy of a Takedown: How Yorkshire-Based Investigators Help Secure Jail for Money Launderer Involved in £2m Computer Support Scam
Leeds

The Anatomy of a Takedown: How Yorkshire-Based Investigators Help Secure Jail for Money Launderer Involved in £2m Computer Support Scam

A Yorkshire National Trading Standards team busts a £2M computer support scam. Learn how the criminal network targeted victims and why a man was sentenced.

Feb 11, 2026
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Working Together to Crack Down on Anti-social Behaviour: A Look at How Wakefield’s Taskforce Is Making Communities Safer

Working Together to Crack Down on Anti-social Behaviour: A Look at How Wakefield’s Taskforce Is Making Communities Safer

Wakefield Council & West Yorkshire Police are tackling anti-social behaviour with a new taskforce. See how CBOs, PSPOs & fines are making the district safer.

Feb 1, 2026
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