Okehampton Police

27/10/2026

Halloween 🎃 | Make it a treat for everyone 👻

Have a good time this Saturday, just remember that not everyone celebrates Halloween and may not want people coming to their door trick or treating.

Some people, particularly the elderly and vulnerable, may get worried or even frightened if strangers are continually calling at their door during the evening. It can also disturb babies, young children and nervous dogs and cats.

So please respect those who don’t want to take part in trick or treating, and stick to areas and people you know.

If you welcome trick or treaters, or if you’d rather they didn’t come knocking, you can download and print posters for your window that lets them know either way from our website 👉 https://orlo.uk/Pu6T6

There’s a colour “Sorry – no trick or treat” poster, and a black and white printer friendly version. You’ll also find a colour “Welcome Halloween callers with children in costume” poster, and a version of that to colour in.

Retailers: you can also download a poster which lets people know that the sale of eggs and flour will be at your discretion.

23/10/2026

💊 Check an online pharmacy is registered when buying medicine online

Thousands of fake online pharmacies are operating that sell fake or unsafe medicines such as weight loss drugs that don’t work or are harmful to your health. They may be cheap, but it’s not worth the risk.

Before you buy, take a moment to check the pharmacy is registered, so you can be confident you will get medicines that are safe and right for you. All legitimate pharmacies in Great Britain have to be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council.

✅ Look for the pharmacy’s registration details on the website
✅ Search for them on the official pharmacy register at the link below

It’s a simple step that will help protect your health.

Find out more and check a pharmacy’s registration at: https://orlo.uk/Online_Pharmacy_Checker_I6MPG

16/10/2026

Warning 💊 | Dangerous fake weight loss drugs and other medicines

Tempting as it may be to save money, using fake online pharmacies puts you at risk of serious harm – check that any pharmacy you use is legitimate at the link at the end of this post.

Fake online pharmacies can dispense medicines that are inappropriate, ineffectively dosed, or even counterfeit. These counterfeit medicines can include seriously dangerous substances such as cement and even arsenic.

It's vitally important to make sure that any pharmacy you use is registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council.

How to check an online pharmacy:
1. Find the pharmacy's GPhC registration number on its website.
2. Search for the pharmacy on the official GPhC register.
3. If the pharmacy is not listed, do NOT use it.

👉https://orlo.uk/Online_Pharmacy_Checker_dNuGP

Taking one moment to check a pharmacy's registration could save your life.

09/10/2026

LATEST NEWS | Two men have been sentenced following offences linked to hunt activity in Devon, including the illegal hunting of a fox with dogs and incidents involving careless driving and disorderly behaviour towards hunt monitors.

Jason Marles, aged 44, from Chulmleigh, appeared before Exeter Magistrates' Court on Wednesday 23 September where he pleaded guilty to hunting a wild mammal with dogs.

Marles was ordered to pay a £500 fine, and £285 in costs.

During the same hearing, Thomas Bounsall, aged 32, from Princetown, was sentenced after admitting offences of careless driving and intentional disorderly behaviour relating to two separate incidents involving hunt monitors in Devon.

Bounsall was fined a total of £2,185 including associated court costs.

Sergeant Tom Ottley said: "With the start of the hunting season approaching, we recognise that hunting is an emotive issue which can generate strong feelings within the community.

"Devon & Cornwall Police takes all reports of suspected illegal hunting seriously and we will investigate offences where evidence is available.

"If you witness live illegal hunting activity taking place, please report it to us immediately by calling 999 and, where it is safe to do so, we would also encourage people to capture footage or other evidence which may assist any subsequent investigation.

"We would always remind members of the public not to place themselves at risk while gathering evidence."

Anyone who has witnessed illegal hunting activity or anti-social behaviour (such as trespass, harassment or hounds out of control) is encouraged to report it to Police by filling in a form on the force website or by calling 101.

If a crime is happening now, always call 999.

06/10/2026

📢 Meet Your Local Neighbourhood Team at North Tawton

The Okehampton Neighbourhood Team will be holding a community drop-in session at North Tawton Town Hall on Wednesday 7th October, from 5:00pm to 6:00pm.

Local residents are invited to come along for an informal chat with members of the team about any concerns, issues, or questions affecting the community. Whether you'd like crime prevention advice, information about local policing, or simply want to discuss matters that are important to you, we'll be pleased to see you.

We will also be available to discuss recent incidents in the area and listen to any concerns residents may have.

📍 North Tawton Town Hall
📅 Wednesday 7th October
⏰ 1700-1800hrs

No appointment is necessary, just drop in and have a chat.

🚓 Working together to keep our communities safe.

03/09/2026

🔒🏡🚗 Keep Your Home and Vehicle Safe and Secure 🚗🏡🔒

A few simple security checks can make a big difference in preventing crime and protecting your property.

At Home: ✅ Close and lock all windows before going to bed and when leaving the house. ✅ Secure sheds, garages and side gates. ✅ Keep keys out of sight and away from doors and windows. ✅ If you're going away, ask a trusted neighbour to keep an eye on your property and use timer switches to make your home look occupied.

For Your Vehicle: ✅ Always lock your vehicle, even if you're only leaving it for a few minutes. ✅ Remove keys from the vehicle and never leave them unattended. ✅ Don't leave valuables, bags, tools or electrical items on display. ✅ Close all windows and sunroofs when parked. ✅ Park in a well-lit area whenever possible. ✅ Double-check that your vehicle is locked before walking away.

Many thefts are opportunist crimes, targeting properties and vehicles that have been left unsecured. Taking a moment to lock up before you leave the house or go to bed can help reduce the risk of becoming a victim of crime.

👀 See something suspicious? Please report it.

🔐🏡🚗

Tonight's security checklist: ✔ Doors locked ✔ Windows secure ✔ Car locked ✔ Valuables removed from view ✔ Keys stored safely

A few seconds to check could save a lot of heartache later.

27/08/2026

Bank Holiday! | Have a safe TRIP

Whether you’re leaving the south west or coming to visit, have a safe and enjoyable summer holiday road trip.

Follow the T.R.I.P. checks every driver needs to perform to keep themselves, their passengers and other road users safe.

TOP UP your fuel or battery, oil and screen wash
REST with planned stops of at least 15 minutes every two hours
INSPECT tyre pressure, tread depth and for cracks or tears before setting out
PREPARE for all weather conditions…it may be very hot, or we may have rain and thunderstorms

We’ll add that SPEED limits are there for your safety, they are not a target. Drive within the limit and to prevailing road, weather and traffic conditions. So, TRIPS: as easy to remember as TRIP.

🚗 Have a great bank holiday! 😎

(More on road safety in the comments 👇 )

23/08/2026

We are aware of reports regarding the smell of cannabis around East Street and surrounding areas of Okehampton.

We would like to reassure residents that we are aware that the smell has returned and enquiries are ongoing. We understand that this may cause concern and frustration within the local community, and we want to assure you that reports and information provided to us are being taken seriously.

If you have any information that may assist our enquiries, please report it via the Devon & Cornwall Police website. If you would prefer to remain anonymous, you can contact Crimestoppers.

Your information, no matter how small it may seem, could help us with our enquiries.

Thank you to those residents who have already contacted us and continue to provide information.

22/08/2026

Enjoying the summer sun? Stay alert and be aware of your surroundings. Report anything that doesn’t feel right to security or report online in confidence at https://orlo.uk/42GBR

In an emergency call 999.

Remember, action counters terrorism.

If something doesn’t feel right, trust your instincts—report it to Counter Terrorism Policing. Share concerns in confidence and help keep the public safe.

18/08/2026

Okehampton Neighbourhood Team will be joined by Devon & Cornwall Police Rural Affairs Team at the Chagford Show this Thursday 20th August. This is an opportunity for farmers and members of the rural/farming communities to visit our stand to discuss rural crime prevention measures, security advice/guidance and associated matters around rural crime (Farm Machinery, Agri Plant & Agri Vehicle Theft, Livestock theft, Livestock Worrying, etc…amongst other rural matters).

Come along to meet the teams and officers from Heart of the South-West Trading Standards.

We look forward to seeing you.