Operation Checkpoint leads to multiple arrests

A region-wide rural crime crackdown saw more than 150 vehicles stopped and a string of arrests made.

Operation Checkpoint involved officers, volunteers, and partners across Northern England, focusing on preventing and addressing rural theft, wildlife, and poaching.

During a dedicated week of action, a total of 159 vehicles across the force areas for Northumbria, Durham, Cleveland, Cumbria, North Yorkshire and Police Scotland were stopped for checks.