South West Regional Organised Crime Unit

A new appeal has launched to bring to justice 12 of the #UKMostWanted2026 believed to be hiding in Spain. The offenders are wanted for crimes including murder, supplying class A drugs and fraud. Anyone with info should contact @CrimestoppersUK anonymously. MORE ➡️ nationalcrimeagency.gov.uk/news/20-years-…

Cyber crime and fraud are some of the UK’s most underreported crimes. But the impacts can be devasting. Every report helps to make us all better protected. So, tell the police by contacting Report Fraud. Find out more 👉reportfraud.police.uk #EveryReportCounts

Speak up without revealing your identity. Crimestoppers is a charity that allows you to share information with total anonymity. Call 0800 555 111 📞 or use our secure form: crimestoppers-uk.org/give-informati… 💻

🚨Talking to somebody new online? Criminals perpetrating romance fraud stole over £102M last year. ℹ️ Use reverse image search tools to check that the person's profile photos are not associated with another name. #RomanceFraud

⚠️ 10,784 people reported being victims of romance fraud in 2025. Their losses totalled over £102M. ℹ️ Find out how to spot the signs of romance fraud: orlo.uk/msTIQ #RomanceFraud

NEWS | A former prison tutor from Wiltshire has been sentenced at Winchester Crown Court after admitting she had a sexual relationship with a serving prisoner. ➡️ rocu.police.uk/news/2026/may/…

The UK terrorist threat level has been raised to SEVERE – meaning an attack is highly likely. If you see anything that doesn’t feel right report via gov.uk/ACT. In an emergency always call 999. #ActionCountersTerrorism

Tired of juggling complex passwords? Passkeys are faster, simpler and keep your accounts more secure against cyber threats. That's why the NCSC will now recommend passkeys as your first choice of sign-in. Find out more⬇️ ncsc.gov.uk/news/ncsc-leav…

🚨 Received a message from your bank that doesn't feel right? STOP! ❌ Don’t reply, or use any of the links or contact info provided. ✅ Contact your bank using official contact info on their website/app, or by calling 159. Find out more: gov.uk/stopthinkfraud

Another two men have been convicted following the collection of cocaine worth £26.5 million which was dropped off at sea off the Somerset coast. FULL STORY ➡️ nationalcrimeagency.gov.uk/news/further-c…

@NCA_UK Another good result following our work in partnership with @NCA_UK alongside @ASPolice and @DC_Police.

We led our first on-site operation targeting illegal peer-to-peer crypto trading, with @HMRCgovUK and @SWROCU Peer-to-peer trading is when individuals buy and sell crypto directly with each other, rather than using a centralised exchange. Any unregistered peer-to-peer crypto traders operating in the UK are doing so illegally. Collaboration across regulatory and law enforcement partners is key to fighting financial crime and keeping markets clean. fca.org.uk/news/press-rel… #FightingFinancialCrime #MoneyLaundering #FinancialRegulation

News | Three men from Bournemouth and two men from Southampton were sentenced yesterday for conspiracy to supply cocaine on a commercial scale. Read how, with the support of @dorsetpolice and @CPSWessex, we brought these men to justice ⬇️ rocu.police.uk/news/2026/apri…

Drugs gang jailed after makeshift lab uncovered bbc.in/4mJpSiH

NEWS | A couple from Dorset have been jailed for supplying an array of drugs from their home following an investigation by SWROCU supported by @dorsetpolice. Read in full: rocu.police.uk/news/2026/apri…

⚠️Investment fraud is hitting the UK hard- an average of £2.4 million was lost every day in 2025. Don’t let criminals cash in. Stay alert, stay informed, and protect your money. cityoflondon.police.uk/news/city-of-l…

Four people have been sentenced for their roles in a ‘deliberate, criminal enterprise’ which resulted in a significant number of prohibited items and drugs being smuggled into HMP Guys Marsh in Dorset. ➡️ Read more: orlo.uk/zW0eW

ARRESTS | 🚗 An extensive investigation into reports of keyless car thefts across the south of England has led to a series of arrests . The investigation relates to around 40 vehicle thefts with an estimated value in excess of £500,000. Read more: news.dorset.police.uk/news-article/a…

Six men have been charged following the discovery of a suspected drugs laboratory near Bitton, South Gloucestershire, where it is believed class A and B drugs were being produced. ⤵️ rocu.police.uk/news/2026/marc…

Today, I was invited to speak at the National County Lines Coordination Centre (NCLCC) with South West Regional Organised Crime Unit @SWROCU conference held in Gloucester. This marks the third conference sharing my early intervention work for NCLCC. I was fortunate to connect with some incredible people during the event. It’s reassuring to know that we all share a common belief in the importance of early intervention, especially as children are increasingly becoming victims of exploitation at younger ages. I was shocked to learn that even six-year-olds are being targeted! Special mention to all speakers: @DrLBainbridge DC Paul Ben, Devon Cornwall Police, DC James Rudge Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary, Escapeline, and Challenge Academy. Not forgetting Forensic Analytics Ltd, Gus the wellbeing dog @OscarKiloNine, and the inspirational Androulla (Andri) Vai Nicolaou @ASPolice who has been very supportive of my national initiative. Huge thanks you to T/DCI Mark Whittaker @Glos_Police , Helen Rowe, and Sarah Hutton for making me welcome.