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Man jailed for offences including stalking and voyeurism
13:44 12/06/2026A 30-year-old man from Stowmarket has been jailed for 40 months after admitting nine offences against another man.
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Stowmarket – Renewed appeal for information after sexual assault last year
12:59 20/11/2025Detectives investigating a serious sexual assault that occurred in Stowmarket last year are renewing their appeal for information.
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Creeting St Peter – Motorcyclist banned for riding in excess of 150mph
12:21 19/05/2026A 41-year-old man has been banned from the roads after being caught riding a motorbike at over 150mph on the A14 last year.
Monks Eleigh man jailed for non-recent child sexual offences
09:29 15/05/2026A 61-year-old man has been jailed after he was found guilty of non-recent sexual offences.
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Man charged with drug dealing and driving offences after Stowmarket stop
13:17 14/01/2026A man has been arrested and charged in connection with drug dealing and driving offences after being stopped in Stowmarket.
Crimes and priorities
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Preventing Acquisitive Crime
There has been a rise in burglaries and thefts across the local area, including incidents targeting homes, sheds, and rural properties.Action taken:
You said there has been a rise in burglaries and theft in rural communities. We did targeted patrols and investigations to deter offenders and support affected communities.
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Reducing Retail Crime. Retail crime remains a growing concern both locally and nationally.
Action taken:
You said there has been an increase in retail crime in local communities. We did engagement and supporting businesses in Stowmarket town centre to identify repeat offenders, provide crime prevention advice, and take swift action to reduce theft and improve safety.
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Tackling Anti-Social Behaviour and Drug-Related Activity
Action taken:
You said there was an increase in Anti Social Behaviour, drug use and supply and violence in Stowmarket. We did focused patrols in key areas of Stowmarket to address ongoing anti-social behaviour, violence, and suspected drug activity. These issues are impacting community safety and wellbeing, and patrols are being increased to provide reassurance and gather intelligence.