North West Police Underwater Search & Marine Unit

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As part of @cheshirepolice #opcrossbow the team have been performing a speculative search at Winsford Marina for any items that may be linked to criminality. 🔵🔱 #policedivers #police #policesearch #seekandyeshallfind #maritimepolicing @NWROCU

💪 49 arrests 🚪 16 warrants executed 🌳 Four land searches completed – including the recovery of buried gun boxes ✖️ Large amount of class A and B drugs, e-bikes, vehicles and cash seized 🚗 Eight suspected drink/drug drivers arrested 👉 A number of Traffic Offence Reports issued Yesterday a large-scale policing operation - Operation Vanguard - was carried out in Stockbridge Village and Huyton. More than 250 police officers conducted warrants, roadside checks, land and underwater searches and more in a sustained and relentless offensive against criminals operating in our local communities. Speaking about #OpVanguard, Chief Constable Rob Carden said 🗣️ “Yesterday saw one of the largest days of action we have seen in #Merseyside, and I know the sheer volume of activity would have sent a very clear message. “Criminals will have been left in no doubt that Merseyside Police will maximise all of the resources and tools at our disposal to root them out and bring them to justice. “And I hope our communities will have seen that we are on their side and share their total contempt for people who bring fear and harm to their streets. “As a result, we have now arrested 49 people suspected of serious offences like sexual assault, possession of indecent images and domestic abuse. Our roadside operation also stopped people suspected of taking their safety and that of others into their own hands by getting behind the wheel after drinking or taking drugs. “All of these offences impact people of all ages, as well as their families and loved ones, and we are determined to protect them. "This day was clearly a huge, focused and targeted operation - but it was not a one off. “There will be more days like this and much of the activity we concentrated on Huyton and Stockbridge Village on Thursday happens 24 hours a day, seven days a week and 365 days a year right across Merseyside. “Merseyside Police will disrupt criminals in their homes, as they walk the streets and drive on our roads. Operation Vanguard should have been a crystal clear reminder that they are simply not welcome here." Thanks to @NWROCU, @BTP, @KnowsleyCouncil, @NWPoliceDivers and others for their support during the operation 👏

Today we have deployed to Huyton with @MerseyPolice as part of #OperationVanguard to target criminality within the community, searching the River Alt for any items related to crime that may have been discarded. #policedivers #police #policesearch 🔵🔱

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We’ve had a very productive & proactive week of maritime policing alongside colleagues from @UKBorder for the European wide AquaPol Maritime Security Control Week - a week of maritime law enforcement intensification. 🔵🔱 #policedivers #marinepolice #maritimepolicing

Today’s patrol was around the Port of Liverpool to shadow some of the larger vessels arriving and leaving the port as part of the Maritime Security Control Week. 🔵🔱 #policedivers #maritimepolicing #marinepolice #police #ships #liverpool

Another day on the water for the team, as we continue to support the Maritime Security Control Week. Today’s deployment was on the Manchester Ship Canal as part of an intelligence led patrol, looking into the commercial ships that travel into some of the NW’s inland ports. 🔵🔱

Today saw the start of the AquaPol Maritime Security Control Week, where we partnered with colleagues from @UKBorder conducting boardings and patrols around the Port of Liverpool. #maritimepolicing #maritimesecurity #police #marinepolice 🔵🔱

A very successful & worthwhile day testing & exercising a multi-agency response to a number of casualties in the water around @Everton’s Hill Dickinson Stadium. 🔵🔱 #policedivers #maritimepolicing #exercise #emergencyresponse @NWAmbulance @MerseyPolice @MerseyFire @HMCoastguard

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Today we’re doing some training on the River Dee on the England/Wales border at Farndon/Holt - this is an opportunity for our divers to dive in flow, which is always a tough search environment. #policedivers #diver #policesearch #underwatersearch #police #joblikenoother 🔵🔱

Today we welcomed 2 colleagues from the @NCA_UK for their annual refresher training as Tactical Passengers on the Mersey Estuary. Always good to work alongside other law enforcement partners. 🔵🔱 #marinepolice #maritimepolice #maritimepolicing #policeboat #policedivers

This week we’ve hosted a national dive exercise at @DiveCapernwray. Divers from @PoliceScotland, @LincsPolice, @nottspolice, @northumbriapol along with partners from other agencies witnessed teams respond to a simulated aircraft ditching & the subsequent search operations. 🔵🔱

4 reminders if you’re struggling with suicidal thoughts right now: 1. You’re not alone in what you’re feeling 2. It’s OK to talk about what’s going on in your mind 3. You deserve support and understanding 4. We’re here for you anytime on 116 123

Offshore winds can quickly blow you far away from the shore and safety, making them especially dangerous when doing water sports. Avoid the water when the wind is blowing from the land out to sea. In a coastal emergency, call 999 and ask for the Coastguard. #CoastClever

#SwimSafe is back! Together with @Swim_England, @SwimWales and @RYA, we’re helping kids splash, laugh and learn how to stay safe in open water at 40+ sites across the UK and Jersey, just like @BywnIachCymru here! Free, fun & lifesaving. Find out more 👉 swimsafe.org.uk

The water might look perfect for a swim, especially on a hot day, but it can still be really cold. Jumping in suddenly can cause cold water shock - a serious risk even for strong swimmers. Stay safe and know the risks - orlo.uk/cFrUx #CheshireWaterSafety

If you're out in the sun this weekend, make sure your kids are safe if they’re playing in or around a river. 78% of 13-17-year-olds that drown accidentally on inland waters are unsupervised (RLSS, 2022). #CallTellThrow @NFCC #RespectTheWater