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Here’s How a Forger Who Made £900k Selling Fake Qualifications Is Investigated and Sentenced in York
A UK forger made nearly £1m selling fake certificates for skilled jobs. Discover how a York Trading Standards investigation uncovered the operation and led to his sentence.
How Wakefield Council Funding More Police Officers Will Make Your Community Safer
Learn how Wakefield Council's new £200k investment will put more police on the streets to tackle crime and anti-social behaviour, making communities safer.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.