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We’ve changed our Twitter names in the North East. Our handle has changed from
@NorthEPolice
to
@PSOSNorthEast
. This account covers the North East of Scotland.
See all of our profiles for the North East, and follow for your local updates ⬇️📣
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This good boy has been found in the
#Daviot
area near
#Inverurie
If you are looking for him he is currently staying warm at the Inverurie Police Station.
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After an investigation into an incident during the Dundee United and Aberdeen match in Dundee yesterday, a 35yo man has been arrested and charged in connection with the assault of an Aberdeen FC player. He has been released on undertaking to appear at Dundee SC at a later date.
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@Casper5075
@OJClayt
@DashCamTwats
We can confirm two 13-year-old boys have been arrested and charged in connection with this incident.
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A 42yo man has been charged under the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 for intentionally and recklessly disturbing a pod of dolphins by driving his boat through the group in the Lossiemouth area on Fri, 25 Mar.
The man will be reported to the Procurator Fiscal in due course.
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We can confirm that the body of a male was found in a remote wooded area south of Banchory around 3pm this afternoon. Formal identification is yet to take place but the family of Liam Smith, 16, has been informed. Read more here:
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We thought as it was Valentine’s Day we would have an uneventful shift until we came across two donkeys out for a romantic stroll on the B9024 near Turriff. Back in a field now.
#FormartineCPT
#Keepingdonkeyssafe
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We joined the rail family in a minute's silence this morning to remember the 3 men who sadly died near
#Stonehaven
last week.
Our thoughts are with the family, friends and colleagues of those involved.
Supt Marshall from
@BTP
laid a wreath on behalf of all emergency services.
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FOUND DOG
A Golden Retriever has been found and handed to Police Scotland officers in the Keith area. It is currently at Keith Police Office. Contact 101 if it is your dog or you know who the owner is.
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He has now been reunited with his family. Thanks for your help everyone.
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After a remarkable 54 years of service,
@PolScotVol
Special Constable Hugh Duncan has retired, making him the longest serving police officer in Scotland. He was presented with an award at Tulliallan Police College by
@CC_Livingstone
and
@ACCHawkins
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Officers in the North East Division have welcomed a new four-legged friend to their team.
New recruit, PD Luther has completed his initial training course and is now ready to go out on pawtrol!
Read more:
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We hope you will join us in congratulating Special Constable Hugh Duncan for an incredible 52-years of service to the
#NorthEast
. SC Duncan joined the Police as a volunteer in ‘67 making him one of the longest-serving SCs in the UK. To read more -
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Chief Superintendent Kate Stephen has now taken over as Divisional Commander for North East Division, having worked and lived in the region for the past 15 years.
She takes over from CS George Macdonald, who retired earlier this month.
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Officers from
#FraserburghCPT
along with colleagues from Scottish Fire and rescue service paying tribute to all that work in the NHS. Thank you for all your hard work.
#ClapforNHS
#StayHomeSaveLives
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1. We *never* expect you to mount kerbs to allow us to pass (we wouldn't want you to cause damage to your vehicle). If you are already stationary, move as far to the left as you can and we will do the rest!
We will find a safe place to pass you without the need to mount kerbs.
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After a call from an off duty officer a 38 year old male was stopped on Anderson Drive and blew 150, almost seven times the limit he also had no insurance.
#ByeCar
#DrinkDriver
#Fatal4
#SantasNaughtyList
🎅
#KeepingPeopleSafe
#RoadPolicing
#Aberdeen
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The
#NorthEast
Dog Unit in
#Aberdeen
has celebrated its 60th anniversary. 🐶🎉
Here’s a video of retired dog handler Sandy Reid speaking about the close bond he had with his dog PD Rennie. They were the founding members of the police dog unit and were first deployed in 1959.
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Officers are appealing for information to help locate a Golden eagle which was seen flying in the
#Crathie
area of
#Deeside
last week with what appears to be a trap attached to its leg. Sgt Wood said: "I encourage anyone who has info which could help to call 101."
@Natures_Voice
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Can you help us find the owner of this lost elderly chocolate Lab? She was found by members of the public wandering the roads in Fraserburgh at 9.30pm this evening (Saturday 1 September 2018) and handed into Peterhead Police Office. Any information please call 101
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We're delighted to welcome pups Charlie and Alba to the Dog Unit here in
#Aberdeen
.
Golden Labrador Charlie will train to become a specialist search dog and German Shepherd Alba will train to become a General Purpose Dog and will serve across the North East.
#NewRecruits
🐶🚔
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Officers from
#ellon
with the assistance of Griff the Police Dog, apprehended a male suspect overnight.
#youcanrunbutyoucanthide
#formartinecpt
@ShireNPolice
@polscotdogs
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We'd like to introduce to two of our newest recruits - Hamish and Luna who have joined the Dog Unit in Aberdeen
@polscotdogs
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#SQAresults
#nowrongpath
PC White left school & worked in a bar. Now he stops drink drivers, attends collisions & keeps people safe on the roads as a motorcycle unit PC. We're recruiting & you don’t need qualifications to join. Interested? Join our FB chat on Thurs- 6.30pm.
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Our Divisional Commander, Chief Supt George MacDonald is retiring next week after a more than 30-year career in policing.
Read more here:
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Does this Unicorn belong to you? Found in Bridge of Don area today and deflated to have lost owner.
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We are becoming increasingly concerned for Donald Chalmers (88), who is missing. He was last seen last night in Westhill. We believe he travelled to the beach Esplanade area.
Anyone with any information should contact 101 (ref 3145 of 2/2)
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Police Scotland officers are pleased to advise that Connall Mackenzie from the Westhill area of Aberdeen has been traced safe and well.
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Meet our newest recruit, German shepherd pup Bodie! He joins us from
@metpoliceuk
's breeding programme.
@polscotdogs
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Officers from
#turriff
were carrying out house to house enquiries this morning when they were met by this little beauty at the door. Sometimes you HAVE to take a 5 min break for a cuddle.
#FormartineCPT
@ShireNPolice
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Following reports to Police of an alleged assault inv. young females in
#Fraserburgh
on Tuesday May 23, a 12-year-old girl has been charged
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FOUND DOG, ELGIN
Recognise this handsome chap? He is currently being cared for at Elgin Police Office. If you know who owns him, or if it is your dog, please go to Elgin Police office or call 101 and ask to speak to Sergeant Keli McPhail at Elgin.
#homeforchristmas
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An 18-year-old woman has been charged in relation to alleged animal cruelty after police became aware of a video circulating on social media appearing to show the abuse of a snake during the afternoon of Wednesday, 4 July. She'll appear at court at a later date.
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After 30 years
#Fraserburgh
says goodbye to inspector Kevin Goldie. Thank you for your service over the years.
#Happyretirement
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#ClapForCarers
🌈
Thank you Lana for your pic, glad you got the all clear from a recent
#Coronavirus
test.
Police Puppy Charlie was delighted to drop off your teddy.
Mum, Lynn from
#NHSGrampian
–THANK YOU, all your colleagues & everyone else working throughout this time 👏👏
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Good luck to Ch Superintendent Sharon Milton who is embarking on a
#marathon
on skis across the Arctic Circle later this week to raise money for cancer support charity
@WalktheWalk
. For more information and to support her click here Pic - Newsline Media
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LEST WE FORGET
There may be no public service today to mark the 32nd anniversary of the Piper Alpha oil platform tragedy, however our thoughts are firmly with the 167 souls who lost their lives on July 6, 1988, and the loved ones they left behind.
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The Aberdeen FC v St Johnstone FC football fixture due to take place today has been cancelled.
Motorists are advised to avoid travel unless absolutely necessary and please exercise caution.
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Chief Superintendent George Macdonald has been announced as new Divisional Commander for
#NorthEast
Division - he takes over from current Divisional Commander Campbell Thomson who retires next month after a three decade police career. To read more visit -
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If you're going to overtake an unmarked Police vehicle at speed on the A90 north of Ellon, best to not drive at over 120mph on the A952 while overtaking vehicles and crossing solid white lines.
#courtfordangerousdriving
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Can you help
@kent_police
? Mr Wells is believed to have travelled to the
#NorthEast
of Scotland, in particular the
#Aberdeen
area. For more info -
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Sadly we can confirm PD Sam passed away on Friday following a serious RTC on the A90 nr Peterhead earlier last week;
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We can confirm that the Cults Academy incident is being treated as a Murder Investigation.
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Police Scotland would like to advise motorists that the snow gates on the A939 are closed between Cockbridge and Tomintoul due to heavy snowfall.
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We’re saddened to hear the news of
#PDPatch
passing away on Sunday. She had a hugely successful career here in the north east and was a much loved member of the police family. 🌈🐶🚓
It’s with great sadness we announce the passing of PD Patch, who passed away peacefully on Sunday. Patch retired in 2017 after 9 yrs loyal service. Mostly deployed in
@NorthEPolice
she was a regular in Royal Deeside & also worked the Olympics in 2012 & Commonwealth Games in 2014.
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Big thank you to residents of
#Banff
for complying with the goverment regs. Officers out patroling the town. If you are out for
🛒 Shopping for food, household and medical supplies
🚗 Travelling to & from work if you can’t work from home
🏃 Daily exercise
give them a wave! 👋
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The view from Banff police station on a lovely summer morning. There are certainly less picturesque places to work. Team 2 finishing off their shift before heading home for a well earned rest. PC Greig and Ross were out overnight patrolling our rural areas.
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We can confirm that a 21-year-old man from the
#Glasgow
area has been charged in relation to an alleged incident of culpable and reckless conduct reported at
#Pittodrie
at the
#Aberdeen
FC v
#Rangers
FC game on March 3
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#Santa
is back. He is busy checking on those on the naughty list at
#Fraserburgh
cellblock. There is room at the inn so if you are out tonight please behave and drink responsibly.
#keepingpeoplesafe
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UPDATE - Re Missing Person Scott Rodger, Aberdeen
Police Scotland can confirm Scott Rodger has been traced safe and well. Thank you for your assistance in this matter.
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#OperationClosePass
launched today with
@Nestrans
. Passing cyclists too closely puts all road users in danger. Give cyclists as much room as you would when overtaking a car. Operations will be run throughout the NE over the coming weeks. Read more here:
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1928 – Aberdeen City Police appoint their first female police officer
2022 – Chief Superintendent Kate Stephen is appointed the first female Divisional Commander for North East Division.
#BreakingTheBias
#IWD2022
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TRAFFIC UPDATE – ROAD CLOSURES
A substantial number of roads in Aberdeenshire/Moray are currently closed due to fallen trees or other items.
We strongly recommend that no-one travel in and around Aberdeenshire/Moray until the storm subsides, unless absolutely necessary.
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We can confirm that a 16-year-old boy has sadly died following a serious incident at Cults Academy. Next of kin have been informed.
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👏 👏
#ClapForCarers
👏 👏
James Wilson, aged 10 created this wonderful tribute for
#NHSGrampian
.
Proud Dad, Inspector Andy Wilson knew this would be a fitting tribute, thanking all key workers across the country.
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#Madfriday
in
#Fraserburgh
calls for a special type of officer. Sgt Claus is ready for a nightshift covering the pubs and clubs. Please make sure you don’t end up on the naughty list.
#Keepingpeoplesafe
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The first of a number of officers from our Flexible Response Unit are on their way to support local officers in Aberdeen, where local lockdown restrictions have been reintroduced by
@ScotGov
.
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All the best to our 38 new police officers who finished their training at Tulliallan 2 weeks ago & start on the beat in the NE tomorrow! 🙂
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PC Dowie from
#Turriff
visiting Sgt Smith at the
#Fraserburgh
Custody Suite tonight. The Custody Sgt is clearly a lover of Christmas and has stocked up on Christmas dinners for his clients over the festive period.
@ShireNPolice
#FormartineCPT
#copshaveasenseofhumourtoo
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Police horses Cathcart and Cupar looking forward to welcoming fans at
#Pittodrie
#Aberdeen
. They’re assisting us as part of our support for the
@AberdeenFC
v
@CelticFC
match this afternoon.
@polscothorses
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Big thanks to Lana (5) and Logan (8) who stay in
#Fraserburgh
for making these lovely key rings. They are
#StayingAtHome
and making these for police and other key workers. Much appreciated.
#StayHomeSaveLives
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Ahead of Aberdeen FC’s game against Dundee United this weekend, the city centre’s Chief Inspector has warned anti-social behaviour of any kind will not be tolerated.
Read more:
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RARE WHITE-TAILED SEA EAGLE POISONED
Police Scotland has today confirmed a rare white-tailed sea eagle recovered in Aberdeenshire earlier this year, was poisoned.
Full news release here -
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ROAD CLOSURE - Police Scotland are advising motorists, that the A939 from Cockbridge to Tomintoul is closed due to adverse weather conditions.
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Amazing who you meet in
#Aberdeen
! Our guys picking up some fashion tips from an expert.
@therealgokwan
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Residents of
#Fraserburgh
can you help us reunite this little lady with her owner. Found in the Mid Street area of the town about 6pm on 06/07. Currently keeping the duty sergeant company but needs to get home.
#Findthedogahome
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All 10 species of bats found in Scotland are protected, it's an offence to capture, injure or kill a bat.
It is also a strict liability to damage a roost, meaning being unaware of the roost is no excuse.
Visit ➡️ to find out more.
#EndWildllifeCrime
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Say hello to Police Dog Storm 🐾
PC Wigley and PD Storm recently completed a specialist search course in Aberdeen.
Storm is a 21-month old black Labrador from a working background and showed all the requirements for life as a specialist search dog.
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Police Scotland is pleased to report Jackson Philip Reid (39) reported missing from the Potterton area has been traced safe and well.
We would like to extend our thanks to all persons who assisted in this incident.
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Police Scotland can confirm we are aware of an assault on a youngster in Peterhead, the footage of which has been circulating on social media.
Two males aged 13 have been arrested and charged in connection with the incident.
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We are asking people not to donate to a fundraising website set up in the name of the family of Chloe Miazek. It is not connected to them.
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UPDATE - MISSING PERSON ANDREW GREGORY
Police Scotland are pleased to report that Andrew has been traced safe and well.
We would like to thank everyone involved for thier assistance.
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Police Scotland are happy to confirm missing person Stephanie Allton has been traced. Thank you for all your help in this matter.
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Young Lewis MacKay used his pedal power, cycling over 215 miles to raise £7,000 for Breast Cancer Care. Lewis’s uncle DC Scott MacKay was super proud, with colleagues coming out to congratulate Lewis yesterday 🚴🏼♂���👏🏻
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#MintlawRP
stopped a car in
#Fraserburgh
today with no insurance, the driver took the vehicle without the owners consent & provided false details before they were caught out by the Officer's spidey senses. Driver was found to be Disqualified from driving with their real details!
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THANK YOU NORTH EAST COMMUNITIES
PCJamie Oliver “I would like to say a big thank you to our communities for staying home&saving lives.”
🏠 Stay home
🍞 Only go out for essential food, health & work
↔ Stay 2m away from others
🚫 No gatherings of more than 2
#StayHomeSaveLives
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BODIE UPDATE: Police pup Bodie is settling well into police life. Can sit, walk to heel & started tracker training.
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Lovely sunrise in
#Peterhead
this morning. Nightshift heading home to bed after a night on patrol. It may be nice out but only go out for essential shopping, medical supplies, exercise or work, if you cannot work from home
#StayHomeSaveLives
#COVID19
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We are appealing for information to help trace a woman missing from Elgin.
Catherine Stewart, 75, was last seen in the Bishopmill area of Elgin around 11pm on Monday, 18 September, 2023.
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7 minor RTC’s in the first 4 hours this morning. So we built a new colleague during our break to help out!!! Keep safe out there and leave extra time for your journey
#HazelheadCPT
#PCSnow
#KeepingPeopleSafe
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On 29 September, 1983, George Murdoch, a 58-year-old taxi driver, was brutally murdered in Aberdeen.
Forty years on, forensic advancements have enabled a DNA profile to be identified which will assist our investigation.
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It’s been a special day for the
#NE
dog unit celebrating its 60th anniversary. Founding member Sandy Reid, 84, gifted his dog’s original collar to current members of the team to mark the occasion. PC Steve Warden reflects on the day and the unit.👮♂️ 🐶
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Ten defibrillators donated to Police Scotland by Gordon and Sandra Mckandie who lost their son Keiran in a mountain biking accident.
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The humble notebook seen here in its 50-year history in the North East of Scotland will continue to perform its key role in policing, electronically 📱.
#KeepingPeopleSafe
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Have you seen Laura Walker (14) or Cahlum Hamilton (14) - both were reported missing from the Paisley area on Thursday, 18 November, but are now believed to be in Aberdeen city centre together. Anyone with any information should contact Police via 101.
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🚔 How do you react when you see a Police car travelling towards you in Emergency Response Mode?🚔
Here are some helpful tips in the next few tweets 👀
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Think the Police should have better things to do than pick on speeders? Over 100 people died on Scotland's roads last year. We thinks that's well worth our attention.
Driver issued with 3 points and £100 fine for 84mph in 60mph limit.
@polscotrpu
#SlowDownSaveLives
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Large bright yellow object in the sky over the North-east at present. If anyone has any ideas what it is let us know.
#nomorefloods
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Please don't travel by car tonight. Folk are getting trapped in their cars in flooded areas. Check weather reports overnight and in the am
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4th & final border collie found safe & well! Enquiries continuing into the theft. Thank you for all help & RTs!
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#PeterheadCPT
and
#FraserburghCPT
would like to thank the members of the public who have kindly donated ‘fancy pieces’ to the stations. You kindness is appreciated in these strange times. Body armour may have to be let out slightly!
#StayHomeSaveLives
#Coronavirus
#COVID19
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STONEHAVEN INCIDENT - UPDATE
The three people who died at the derailment incident have been formally identified and can be named as Brett McCullough (45) - Driver; Donald Dinnie (58) - Conductor; Christopher Stuchbury (62) - Passenger. More at:
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Pleased to confirm that our rather unusual
#Fraserburgh
station guest is now free as a bird and has been reunited with its owner - we enjoyed taking you under our wing
#JailBirdNoMore
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It’s our last
#12DogsOfChristmas
post today. PD Hamish is a 2 yr old Spaniel with 18 months Police service. He was a rescue dog & originally started life in Edinburgh. He is a high drive dog with a natural search ability 👍👍😍. Don't forget that a dog is for life. 🐶🐾🐕
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We can confirm that a 42-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a report of a vandalism at
#Elgin
Mosque.
The incident was reported to officers on Monday and extensive enquiries have been ongoing. Thank you to those who have assisted with our investigation so far.
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Pawsome news from the north dog section - PDs Hamish & Doug successfully licensed as drugs detection dogs
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2 sleeps to go until
#SQAresults
! PC Masson left school last year at 18 & joined Police Scotland in North Abdnshire. Read about how he’s finding life on the beat so far (link below). Don’t forget our Recruitment Facebook chat on Thurs night from 6.30pm.
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