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Jail for drug dealer arrested at airport as he returned from hols
17:54 18/05/2026Kane Evans, 29, was arrested by police in Bristol Airport on January 29, 2026, where he had returned from a holiday in Cyprus.
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More illegal e-bikes taken off the road thanks to another joint operation with Cardiff Council
15:01 18/05/2026This takes the total number seized to more than 600 since the summer.
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'I'm not sure I'll ever get over what he did to me' - the words of a woman raped by Dean Edwards almost 20 years ago
11:50 15/05/2026"I just hope now to be able to move on with my life safe in the knowledge that at least for some time he won't be able to attack any other woman.”
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Stalker jailed for three years
11:47 24/04/2026A man who stalked two young women has been jailed following a South Wales Police investigation.
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Update: Three arrested following threats made to Cardiff schools
11:28 31/03/2026South Wales Police have arrested three people in connection with threats made towards Cardiff secondary schools between March 15, 2026 and March 18 2026.
Crimes and priorities
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Vehicle crime
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Action taken is updated every three months.
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Vehicle Crime
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In the early hours of 18/04, officers sighted a stolen vehicle being driven in the Penylan area. This vehicle was stopped and occupant arrested. The investigation that followed, linked the 34-year-old male to several recent theft offences that have taken place in the area.
He has since been charged with vehicle crime offences (x6), shed burglary and driving offences (x2).
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Drug dealing - Waterloo Gardens
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Proactive high visibility patrols have taken place and we are no longer receiving reports of drug dealing at this location. One female who was causing significant issues in the community relating to drug use/supply was arrested for violent crime and is no longer residing locally. Therefore this is no longer a priority in the area.
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Shoplifting & Retail Crime - Newport Road
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This remains a priority due to the current levels of shoplifting. Repeat offenders are being dealt with by the Neighbourhood Policing Team and charges/remand in custody are being sought where applicable.
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Vehicle Crime
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This remains a local priority and although we have seen a dip in the last few months there has been an increase over the last 2 weeks. Llanedeyrn NPT have continued to implement our vehicle crime action plan when responding to any vehicle crimes to ensure all lines of enquiry are followed up and positive action taken against any offenders that ae identified.
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Drug dealing - Waterloo Gardens
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We have patrolled hotspots for drug-related activity and gathered intelligence.
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Shoplifting & Retail Crime - Newport Road
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We have carried out high-visibility patrols in identified areas and worked with local retailers promoting crime prevention and reporting.
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Vehicle Crime
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We have carried out high-visibility patrols in identified areas and supported community events to promote safety and reporting. Investigations into reported vehicle crime incidents remain ongoing and are subject to CCTV and forensic enquiries.