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We’ve changed our Twitter names in Forth Valley. Our handle has changed from
@ForthValPolice
to
@PSOSForthValley
. This account covers all of Forth Valley.
See all of our profiles for Forth Valley, and follow for your local updates ⬇️📣
Today A vulnerable elderly gentleman had been reported missing from his home in Stirling.
PD Indie has traced the Gentleman who had collapsed in a nearby woodland, could not move & was requiring medical assistance.
The gent is now receiving the relevant treatment in hospital.
Concern was growing tonight for a missing 86 year old Gentleman in Alva, who had failed to return home from a walk. Pd Chase went on to find the gent, who had fallen down an embankment into heavy undergrowth. The gent was left in the care of family and the ambulance service.
#PDLuna
was on hand to assist local officers in the Denny area last night tracking & locating a violent male who was wanted in relation to numerous crimes.
#pawlice
#policedogs
@polscotdogs
A Busy night for Pd Chase - 1st helping find a Male in the Delph Woods in Alloa
Then Tracked a Male with an offensive weapon to an address in Alva & finding the weapon hidden in the garden
Finally tracing a girl who had got lost in fields near to the Devils Pulpit in Killearn
On Sat, 1 Aug, 2020, officers assisted our partners from Stirling Council enforcing the C6 road clearway between Balmaha and Rowardennan due to high numbers of vehicles parked illegally and causing a danger to other road users. A total of 70 fixed penalty tickets were issued.
On Friday officers from Stirling requested the support of Pd Jax to help search for a vulnerable lady in the St Ninians area of Stirling. Jax located the lady in woodland. She is now receiving the help she requires.
#ItsOkNotToBeOk
Stenhousemuir
Good morning.
Through the night we received a call regarding a man trying to break into a local bar in Stenhousemuir. PD Indie was quick off the mark, finding him hiding in an outbuilding. The Male was also wanted on warrant.
❄️ Snow
🚨 Red Alert
🚙 Avoid Driving
🚂 Trains aren't running
🚶🏽♀️Walking works
😰 Dress for the weather
⛷ Skiing is probably easier
🏠 Stay home
⛄️ Build a snowman
📱 Keep updated
🚓🚑🚒 We're all still working
☎️ 999 in an emergency
Today we remember those we lost during the Dunblane Primary School shooting 25 years ago.
Our deepest sympathies are with all of those affected by this horrific incident. Not just today, but always.
Comments from CI Marshall & ACC Mairs can be viewed on our Facebook page.
Falkirk-Stolen vehicle recovered-driver traced
A vehicle failed to stop for police in Falkirk last night before being abandoned nearby. It was soon located & Pd Chase was called into action
Chase has tracked & traced the driver & another nearby. Both were arrested
#PdChase
We are appealing after a crash on the B822 at Kippen roundabout, Stirling, in which a cyclist was seriously injured around 5.05pm on Tuesday, 27 September, and involved a black Ford Ranger towing a silver Ifor Williams trailer which failed to stop.
More:
Banknock - Pd Indie
On Saturday night a man made off after a domestic incident in Banknock.
#PdIndie
was on duty and soon tracked him through the gardens to his hiding place where he was arrested.
Standburn -Falkirk
Local officer were glad to have the support of Pd Luna last night after a Suspect made off from a serious incident. Luna tracked through the Streets & woodland before apprehending him. The suspect is now in police custody
#PdLuna
Pd Boris spent yesterday evening searching fields and woods in the Polmont area of Falkirk. He successfully traced a vulnerable man who is now receiving the care he requires.
#PDBoris
#ItsOkNotToBeOk
@polscotdogs
Camelon - Falkirk.
A man bailed out his Transit van in the early hours of yesterday morning when being stopped - Chase was on hand to track him. He is now being reported for numerous Road Traffic offences.
Two males, 37 & 29 y/o; arrested & charged with thefts from vehicles last night after excellent proactive
#teamwork
by Group 2 cops,
#PDIndie
& handler
@polscotdogs
The two males were quickly traced & identified for several recent thefts & stolen property recovered by PD Indie.
Great result last night by Group 3 cops &
@polscotdogs
colleagues (PC McBride & PD Luna) after a call about a break-in to a property in Bannockburn
A 33 y/o male & 27 y/o female charged with theft offences, held in custody; all stolen property recovered by PD Luna
#TheNoseKnows
A man (27) & woman (23) have been charged after travelling more than 60 miles to climb Beinn A' Chroin munro & needing rescued on Sat 30 May. Police &
@ScottishMR
were deployed. More info:
Well done to PD Chase and his human colleagues for their efforts that resulted in an arrest following a vehicle pursuit in
#Alloa
in the early hours of this morning.
#Thenoseknows
Last night Pd Indie was in the Coalsnaughton area supporting local officers search for a high risk missing person. Indie traced the lady in a wooded area, allowing officers to arrange relevant medical care.
#ItsOkNotToBeOk
Significant numbers attended rural beauty spots yesterday and car parks were full early. Action was taken in various areas with roads closed and numerous penalty notices issued.
Key areas will be monitored today, plan another destination if parking is not be available.
FOUND DOG - STIRLING
This Shepherd Type Dog was found on the A9 Southbound at the Keir Roundabout, Dunblane about 0830am on Monday 4th Jan 2021. If you recognise him, or are his owner please contact us on 101, quoting ref 0676 of 4th Jan 2021
FOUND DOG. 🐶
We need your help to reunite this wee fella with his owner. He was found on 11/08/22 at the Klondyke Garden Centre, Polmont.
If you have any information please ☎️101 and quote reference number PS-20220811-1390.
Thank you
#ForthValleyRP
conducted a road check this morning at Craigforth.
#OperationScrutinise
. Various vehicles defects were discovered along with some unusual passengers. Some of those engaged were more appreciative of our Road Safety advice than others!
UPDATE – missing man Rees McCallum traced
We can confirm that Rees McCallum, reported missing from the Plean area has been traced safe and well. Thank you to everyone who shared and responded to our appeals.
Indiscriminate parking at Rowardennan on East Loch Lomond. Car parking beyond capacity. Road is partially blocked and endangering the safety of other road users. Road closures in place on the B837 Drymen to Balmaha road. Please don't use this route.
The 29-year-old is currently in police custody. He is described as a white man and local to the Stirling area.
This is being treated as an isolated incident and there is no wider risk to the public.
Enquiries are ongoing.
We had a paw-some visitor today from
#TPD
Kelpie and her handler
#S319
@psosdogs
She helped us feel some collars, has been pursuing leads and chased up some barking fines.
We look forward to following her adventures!!
The two males who died following a crash in Stirling on Sunday, 17 March, have been named.
Kyle Marshall (19) and Jayden McConnell (17), were rear seat passengers of a black Vauxhall Corsa which collided with a HGV on the A91.
More:
A privilege to win this, wouldn't have been possible without the support of
@CSuptTMc
- thank you to everyone who voted and to all the organisers of
@policeawards
Our colleagues from
@polscotrpu
stopped an HGV at Bridge of Allan today, with a list of defects.
The driver had been reported and our partners from
@DVSAgovuk
have issued a prohibition on the vehicle.
#RoadSafety
#ForthValleyRP
and
@NWTrunkRoads
came to the aid of an elderly couple who suffered a front tyre puncture in the live lane of the A9 just north of Dunblane.
A quick change and they were safely on their way again.
We've received several calls about vehicles parking dangerously at
#A809
near
#DevilsPulpit
Parking on a double bend, causing an obstruction & forcing vehicles onto opposing carriageway will get you issued with conditional offer ticket by our
@polscotrpu
colleagues.
#RoadSafety
We are appealing for to trace missing 15-year-old Nevaeh Brodie from Stirling.
Nevaeh was last seen in the Irvine Place area of Stirling around 4am on Wednesday, 9 November.
She has links to the Falkirk and Johnstone areas.
Anyone with info call 101, inc 0401 of 9 November.
Heather Fraser (29) and her 3 yr-old son Jack Meldrum are missing from their home in Sauchie. They were last seen at Stirling train station on Friday 24th July. Anyone with information on their whereabouts should contact 101 quoting ref 2917 of 27/7.
WALLABY - FOUND
You may have been aware that there was a lost
#wallaby
in the
#Stirling
area recently, we're happy to announce that the wallaby was traced by our
@polscotrpu
colleagues in the early hours of this morning & safely returned to it's owner.
#WheresWally
#FoundHim
Pd Tora was through supporting Forth Valley Officers yesterday and located a vulnerable girl in the Cambusbarron area. The girl is now receiving the care she requires.
#PDTora
#ItsOkNotToBeOk
@polscotdogs
Found Dog
We are looking to find the owner of this male, terrier dog who was handed in to Stirling Police Office today. He was found on the roadway between Aberfoyle and Thornhill. If you recognise him or know the owners please call 101 and quote ref no 0667 of 16th June.
Just because the roads are a bit quieter doesn't mean you can:
- go at whatever
#speed
you like 🏎
- drink/take drugs & drive 🍺
- not wear a seat belt 👎🏼
- use a phone & drive 🤳🏼
Along with
@polscotrpu
we'll endeavour to keep your roads a safe place.
#SpeedKills
These two little French Bulldogs, male & female, were found near to The Peak, Springkerse, Stirling around 1930 hours yesterday. They have no collars and no chip has been found by our scanner
If they're yours or you know who owns them call us on 101 quoting inc 3222 of 06/07/22
On
#InternationalNursesDay
we want to say a huge 'THANK YOU' to our dedicated nurses. 👨⚕️👩⚕️
Every day they work incredibly hard across all areas of the
#NHS
.
To each nurse who has selflessly provided care & attention to anyone in need, thank you.
#Gratitude
We want to thank communities across Forth Valley for their efforts in staying home and helping tackle the spread of
#Coronavirus
.
We know being apart from family & friends over the Easter break will be difficult but it is essential we play our part to keep everyone safe.
Local officers attended Bo’ness this morning just after 7am to find a vehicle on its side on Dean Road & the driver & passenger no where to been seen. Pd Chase tracked & traced both in the grounds of Kinneil Estate
Driver has now charged with Road Traffic offences.
#PdChase
PC Arthur McInnes retired on 28th Feb after 26 years' service. "Big Arthur" was highly respected by the local community, in particular in Camelon, and was overwhelmed by the amount of well wishers and generosity from his colleagues and local residents. We wish you all the best
On behalf of all the Officers and Staff in Forth Valley Division we would like to wish all our communities, friends and colleagues a Happy New Year and all the very best for 2018.
Our officers remain on duty, as they do all day, every day,
#KeepingPeopleSafe
#ProudtoServeFV
Following our previous appeal, we can confirm that missing 18-year-old Carrie Wild from Larbert has been traced safe and well.
We would like to thank those who assisted with sharing our appeal.
SPECIALS DONATE KIT ALLOWANCE TO THE CHRIS MITCHELL FOUNDATION
Our Special Constables have donated £1,660 to the
@CMFoundation_
- an amazing charity who work to promote mental health and raise awareness of wellbeing in the football industry.
Read more -
At 11am today all our people will try to pause for the
#TwoMinuteSilence
to Remember the Fallen. Of course, if you need us we will still take your call and come to your aid.
#ArmisticeDay
#LestWeForget
Sgt. Bryan Miles retired today after 30 yrs service; starting in Strathclyde in 1989 & spent the last 12 years within Custody dept. before transferring to Forth Valley.
Bryan will be missed by colleagues who wish him a happy retirement.
#AndNowHisWatchHasEnded
#ProudToServeFV
Update – Missing teenager Lauren Murphy
Thank you very much for sharing our post on Lauren Murphy (13), who was missing from the Stenhousemuir area.
Lauren has been traced safe and well.
Thank you again
Check this tweet from
@polscotdogs
- Pd Indie was on hand last night to trace a vulnerable woman in Devilla Forest in Fife. The woman is now receiving the help she requires
@ForthValPolice
@FifePolice
Inspector Ian Hamilton - 30 years and out! Last day of service today. C3 Division at Bilston latterly and Central Scotland Police formerly. a true gentleman - known to all as 'Hammy' We all wish him well on his retirement.
Great to see so many people supporting the runners participating in
#StirlingMarathon
- interesting motivational signs, hopefully the police officers taking part run like they're catching someone!
Detective Superintendent Wilson Gill 29 years & 8 months of outstanding service to
@ForthValPolice
communities and his staff. DCI Vicky Watson said – “Best wishes to D.Supt. Gill in his new post before his retirement at the end of this year, from all his team".
Our
#Christmas
message is delivered by .
@PCGav
We would like to wish the communities of Forth Valley, our partner agencies, friends and social media followers a Merry Christmas.
Check this tweet from
@polscotdogs
- We've just heard about a Police Dog being stabbed in Rotherham yesterday. Our thoughts go out to the Dog Unit in Yorkshire. Hope the dog makes a full recovery.
#ThinBlueLine
#999family
We can confirm the name of the girl who died yesterday evening, Thursday, 10 June, after falling into a pond at a property in Dollar Avenue. She was 18-month old, Ella-Grace Rimington, who was known as “Gracie”. The family has asked for privacy. READ MORE
Thank you very much for sharing out appeal regarding Heather Fraser (29) and her three year-old son Jack, who had been missing from their home in Clackmannanshire.
They have been traced in the Bolton area and are safe and well.
Thank you again.
Stirling & Alloa cops visited parks to engage with public on Gov. Guidance on
#SocialDistancing
.
They were delighted to see parks empty & residents protecting
@NHSForthValley
& staying home!
Thanks to our communities for doing their bit & continued support.
#StayHomeSaveLives
Ch Insp Armstrong assisted Falkirk Community Police this morning carrying out breath tests as part of Police Scotland's Festive Drink Drive Awareness Campaign. Remember that alcohol consumed at night may still be in your system the following morning. We will be out again soon.
Neil Paton, 82, who had been reported missing from Bo’ness has been traced in the Heartlands area this evening, Monday, 9 October, 2023.
The media and members of the public are thanked for their assistance with this matter.
Please
#Retweet
and pass this message on to friends and family, not on
#Social
Media - Scammers are calling customers claiming to be from TalkTalk, including automated calls advising you to press 1. TalkTalk DO NOT make automated calls. Further details on
Great result by
#Alloa
G3 Response cops last night, tracing a male breaking into cars @ Victoria Street, after a call from the public.
26 y/o male, arrested for ➡️thefts, drug possession & 2 apprehension warrants.
Great work by the cops & huge thanks to the public.…
APPEAL FOLLOWING FATAL ROAD COLLISON, FALKRIK- The collision happened around 8.55pm on Friday, 6 November, on the A803, Polmont Road at its junction with Dundas Road and involved a silver Mercedes Benz and a cyclist. READ MORE
Officers involved in the 3 Peaks Challenge were at
@MaggiesCentres
Forth Valley today, presenting a cheque for £6079.40 to Cammy & staff at Maggie's.
Cammy, Maggie's staff & ourselves would like to thank everyone who donated to this amazing charity & their kind words of support.
🕺🏼Out this weekend?
❄️ It's going to be cold
🎿 Wear sensible shoes
🍺 Alcohol in moderation
🏠 Plan how to get home
🚕 Book a taxi
💷 Have enough money
📱 Charge your phone
☃️ Remember, snowmen can't dance
🚓🚑🚒 We're still working
☎️ 999 in an emergency
ALEX CRAIG TRACED
We are pleased to confirm that Alex Craig was traced safe and well in the Langlees area of Falkirk at 10am this morning.
Thanks to everyone who shared our appeal.
Our officers now have enhanced powers to ensure we all comply with legislation designed to stop the spread of
#coronavirus
. We will engage, explain, encourage, & enforce if necessary.
Info ➡️
Do not call 999 or 101 for
#COVID19
info
#StayHomeSaveLives
Insecure vehicles are an easy target for thieves. We're encouraging people to make sure they lock their cars and keep property out of sight.
And, since it's
#BurnsNight
@PCGav
has tried his hand at a bit of poetry to help get the message across.
#Schools
in Forth Valley return after the summer break today. The 2 key safety messages to bear in mind are - 20mph scheme and zig-zag makings outside schools indicate the length of the road where you should not stop, not even to pick up or set down children or other passengers.
MEN CHARGED OVER ASSAULTS, FALKIRK
Three people are due in court today, charged in connection with assaults in Grahams Rd, Falkirk, on Sat night. We are still appealing to help trace another man. Call 101 quoting Inc 3934 of 20/6/20 if you can help. More:
The Business Crime Prevention Team had a great day at the Smallholder Festival. Our rural communities face unique challenges, It was good to engage with so many people positively. As usual, we were upstaged by
@psoshorses
, and some other fascinating characters!!
Police Scotland can confirm Yasmin Mohammed, who was reported missing from her home in Alloa on Sunday 20 September 2020, has been traced safe and well.
The media and members of the public are thanked for their assistance with this matter.