Malvern Hills Police

Malvern Hills Police Official West Mercia Police page for the Malvern Hills area of Worcestershire. Covering Tenbury Wells, Martley, Malvern and Upton.

This page is not monitored 24 hours per day, so please do not use it to report incidents or information - you can report crime on our website www.westmercia.police.uk/ro/report. In an emergency always dial 999.

SENTENCED | A persistent shoplifter from Malvern was given a suspended sentence for multiple offences when he appeared a...
27/07/2026

SENTENCED | A persistent shoplifter from Malvern was given a suspended sentence for multiple offences when he appeared at court on Saturday (25 July).

Declan Wharton, 34, of no fixed abode, was located and arrested by PC Matthew Waite on Friday (24 July) before being charged and remanded for nine theft from shop offences.

Wharton appeared before Kidderminster Magistrates Court on Saturday where those nine and another six theft from shop offences were also dealt with.

He was sentenced to 20 weeks in prison, suspended for 12 months and ordered to pay total compensation of £1,369.

PC Waite said: “Wharton targeted multiple stores across the town, so we were pleased to locate, charge and remand him for these offences. Though his sentence was suspended, if he appears before the courts again, he could be facing a custodial term.

“Malvern Safer Neighbourhood Team will continue to target our most prolific offenders that cause the most harm and loss to Malvern’s retail shops and businesses.”

CAN YOU HELP? | We are appealing for witnesses following a two-vehicle road traffic collision in Welland, Malvern on Sat...
26/07/2026

CAN YOU HELP? | We are appealing for witnesses following a two-vehicle road traffic collision in Welland, Malvern on Saturday (25 July) evening.

The collision occurred at 7.25pm on Drake Street and involved a Renault Clio and a Volvo XC40.

The Clio is believed to have been travelling along Drake Street from the direction of Upton upon Severn towards Ledbury and the Volvo travelled in the opposing direction.

The driver of the Clio and front seat passenger sustained serious injuries and were taken to hospital. The Volvo driver and passenger were not seriously injured.

Anyone who was in the area at the time of the collision, who may have seen the vehicles or may have CCTV or dashcam footage are encouraged to get in touch.

Anyone who may be able to assist with the investigation is asked to email [email protected] quoting incident number 435i of July 25, 2026.

🚔 A Busy Weekend for Malvern Safer Neighbourhood Team 🚔It has been a busy weekend for officers across Malvern, working h...
26/07/2026

🚔 A Busy Weekend for Malvern Safer Neighbourhood Team 🚔

It has been a busy weekend for officers across Malvern, working hard to keep our communities safe, visible and supported.

👮 Officers have been carrying out high-visibility patrols at a number of local events, including the Welland Steam Rally and the Three Counties Food & Drink Festival, engaging with visitors, organisers and local residents while helping to ensure everyone enjoyed the events safely.

🚓 We have also conducted reassurance and traffic patrols across the area, including diversion routes along the A4103 around Leigh Sinton, and Great Malvern town centre, addressing community concerns and maintaining a visible police presence.

🛒 Working closely with local retailers, officers arrested a prolific shoplifter responsible for numerous theft offences across stores in Malvern. Following court proceedings on Saturday, the offender received a 20-week suspended prison sentence.

✅ Retail patrols
✅ Community engagement
✅ Rural and village patrols
✅ Town centre reassurance patrols
✅ Tackling repeat offenders

🙌 Thank you to everyone who stopped to speak with us over the weekend. Your information and support help us continue to make Malvern a safer place to live, work and visit.

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📷 Photos below: Welland Steam Rally, PC Waite in Priory Park / Great Malvern Shops / A4103 diversion patrols

🚨 UPDATE - ROAD NOW CLEAR🚨 ⚠️ Traffic Alert ⚠️🚔 Police are currently dealing with a multiple vehicle collision on the A4...
25/07/2026

🚨 UPDATE - ROAD NOW CLEAR🚨

⚠️ Traffic Alert ⚠️

🚔 Police are currently dealing with a multiple vehicle collision on the A4440 Ketch Roundabout, Worcester.

Motorists are advised to avoid the area if possible and seek alternative routes while emergency services manage the incident. Delays are expected, and we thank you for your patience and co-operation.

Please drive carefully and allow extra time for your journey.

🚨 Road Traffic Collision Update 🚨 Whilst officers from the Kempsey & Alfrick Safer Neighbourhood Team were on their way ...
24/07/2026

🚨 Road Traffic Collision Update 🚨

Whilst officers from the Kempsey & Alfrick Safer Neighbourhood Team were on their way to assist with another emergency call they came across a Road Traffic Collision involving 2 vehicles on Barnards Green Road

The road was partially blocked whilst officers dealt with the incident and ensured the safety of those involved. The Fire and Ambulance services were also in attendance assisting with this incident 🚑 🚒

Investigation into this collision is on going however luckily no injuries were sustained to the occupants of the vehicles

We would like to thank members of the public for their patience and understanding while the incident was managed and the road was cleared

Thank you for your co-operation 🚔

24/07/2026

Earlier this week, officers in Malvern were called to a report of a man behaving aggressively in a public place.

They responded quickly, located the individual and took action to safely bring the situation under control. A man was subsequently arrested on suspicion of a public order offence.

Our officers work every day to defuse potentially volatile situations, protect the public and keep our communities safe.

If you witness behaviour that causes concern, please report it to us via 101 or online https://orlo.uk/aYA8V

In an emergency call 999 ☎️

The Safer Neighbourhood Team, will be patrolling periodically at the Malvern Three Counties Showground, Food & Drink Fes...
23/07/2026

The Safer Neighbourhood Team, will be patrolling periodically at the Malvern Three Counties Showground, Food & Drink Festival.

25th/26th July 2026

Officers will be engaging with security, staff & members of the public.

Reassurance patrol, a visible community-focused deployment of Police Officers (SNT) & Police Community Support Officers. A way of engaging with the local residents, members of the public.

Maintaining an active uniform presence within communities, being accessible to the public.

The Safer Neighbourhood Officers are local Police Officers and PCSO's, Who patrol specific communities, fix local safety problems and work with residents in areas, such as Malvern.

👮 Kempsey & Alfrick Safer Neighbourhood Team will be at Kempsey Community Centre on Thursday 23rd July 2026 between 11a...
21/07/2026

👮 Kempsey & Alfrick Safer Neighbourhood Team will be at Kempsey Community Centre on Thursday 23rd July 2026 between 11am & 12pm

🗣️ Please take this opportunity to raise any concerns you may have and to find out what we are doing to tackle the issues that matter to you.

📧 Everyone is welcome and it would be great to see you there. For more information or to contact the team, please email - [email protected]

The Priory & Malvern Wells Safer Neighbourhood Team, speed monitoring 20/07/2026, Wood Farm Road, Malvern.We will be re...
21/07/2026

The Priory & Malvern Wells Safer Neighbourhood Team, speed monitoring 20/07/2026, Wood Farm Road, Malvern.

We will be re-visiting the area today, speaking to residents face to face.

Thank You to all who stopped & engaged in conversation. Good to meet you and Thank You for your support & kind words.

Officers urge residents to remain vigilant following bike thefts Offices are investigating two recent bike thefts in the...
20/07/2026

Officers urge residents to remain vigilant following bike thefts

Offices are investigating two recent bike thefts in the Teme Valley area and informing residents of the incidents.

In the early hours of Sunday 28 June and Tuesday 8 July, high-value bicycles were stolen from two separate addresses in the Clifton-on-Teme and Eastham areas.

Offenders gained access to outbuildings and garages to steal the items. In both incidents, the bikes had been advertised for sale online, however, neither victim had shared their address.

While enquiries are ongoing and it is not yet known whether the offences are linked, the circumstances suggest the offenders may have specifically targeted the addresses to steal the bicycles.

Officers are reminding anyone selling bicycles or other high-value items online to take extra precautions to protect themselves and their property.

Crime prevention advice includes:

• Avoid including photographs that reveal your home address or identifiable landmarks near your property especially if advertising on social media.
• Store bicycles in a secure garage or outbuilding and ensure doors, locks and hinges are of good quality and in good working order.
• Consider using additional security measures such as ground anchors, alarms, CCTV or tracking devices.
• Secure bicycles with a robust Sold Secure-approved lock, even when stored inside a garage or shed.
• Record the frame number and take photographs of your bicycle to assist recovery if it is stolen.
• Register bicycles on https://orlo.uk/NKQqi - if your bike is ever stolen and recovered by the police, it can be traced back to you.

Anyone who sees suspicious activity or has information that may assist enquiries is asked to contact officers by emailing [email protected]

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