Three Rivers Police

⚠️ We are appealing for the public’s help to trace a man who is .

Shaun Hopkins, aged 36, is wanted on recall to prison for failing to comply with the terms of his licence.

It is believed he is in the and areas.

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🚨 We are appealing for witnesses and information as part of an ongoing investigation into an assault in .

The incident occurred on the canal tow path in Lavrock Lane, at around 11am on Thursday 10 September.

It was reported that a man was cycling along the tow path when he was bitten on the calf by a small dog, near Common Moor Lock.

An altercation then ensued with a man on a boat, during which the cyclist was reportedly assaulted.

PC Christian Gottman, who is investigating, said: “Thankfully the cyclist was not seriously injured during the incident, but it was a very stressful ordeal for him.

“Since the incident was reported, we’ve visited the area several times to try and trace a suspect, who reportedly speaks with an English accent, but have so far had no luck.

“We are therefore appealing to the public for any information which may assist us. If you saw what happened or believe you may be able to help us identify a suspect, please get in touch. Thank you.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact PC Gottmann by emailing [email protected]

You can also report information online at https://orlo.uk/4iKQf, speak to an operator in our Force Communications Room via our online web chat at https://orlo.uk/4aVr1 or call the non-emergency number 101, quoting crime reference 41/87135/26.

If anyone sees Lowery, please contact police. Further details below 👇

⚠️ We are appealing to the public for their help in locating a wanted man.

Jason Lowery, aged 39 and of no fixed abode, is wanted in connection with several offences, including dangerous driving, shoplifting and possession of an offensive weapon.

He has links to , , and .

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Your answers will help us understand what matters most to local communities and how policing can better serve the public.

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⚠️ £575k lost to online shopping fraud in Herts this year

Fraudsters stole £575,673 from Hertfordshire victims through online shopping scams in 2026, with 550 reports made to police.

Criminals often use fake websites, misleading adverts and counterfeit goods to trick shoppers into parting with their money.

Before you buy online:
✅ Be wary of deals that seem too good to be true
✅ Check seller reviews and feedback carefully
✅ Use secure payment methods such as credit cards or PayPal
✅ Avoid bank transfers where possible
✅ Check the website address is genuine and correctly spelt
✅ Research online shops to check they're legitimate, use consumer websites, or reviews from people (or organisations) that you trust.
✅ When making your payment, only fill in the mandatory details (often marked with an asterisk). Don't create a site account unless you’re planning to use it.
✅ Make sure your shopping, online banking and payment accounts are protected by strong unique passwords and turn on 2-Step Verification /2 Factor Authentication.
✅ Avoid clicking links in emails, texts or social media adverts offering bargains.
✅ Use reverse image search tools such as TinEye and Google Images to check product photos.

If you've been a victim of fraud, report it to Report Fraud: 0300 123 2040 or online to: https://orlo.uk/9uBtG

For more advice on staying safe online, visit: https://orlo.uk/zs1IT and https://orlo.uk/M0iRw

We are releasing a CCTV image of a man we want to identify after a theft in .

📍 LOCATION: The Parade

📅 DATE: Sunday 6 September

🕙 TIME: 9.10pm

At around 9.10pm on Sunday 6 September, items were taken from the Co-op on The Parade, Delta Gain, without payment.

Officers are releasing the image because the man pictured is believed to have been in the area at the time and may have information to assist the investigation.

If this is you, or you recognise this person, please email PC Gary Wallington via [email protected].

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Have you seen missing Akhmed, who remains missing this morning?

Officers are growing increasingly concerned for his welfare. Akhmed is vulnerable and members of the public should call 999 straight away rather than approach him so that officers can attend.

Detectives in Three Rivers are appealing for witnesses and information following an incident in Rickmansworth where a 15-year-old boy reported being chased by three males with a hatchet.

The incident occurred on Sunday 23 August at 7.20pm near Fairway Tyres in Uxbridge Road.

The males allegedly exited a black Toyota Prius before spotting the victim and pursuing him.

A 16-year-old boy from Watford has been arrested on suspicion of affray and has been released on police bail while enquiries continue.

Investigating officer, Detective Constable Alex Humphreys, said: “We are keen to speak to anyone who witnessed this altercation or has any information that will help our investigation.

“If you saw anything suspicious in the area at this time, please get in touch.”

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🚨 More than £2 million lost to banking fraud in Hertfordshire 🚨

Fraudsters stole more than £2 million from Hertfordshire victims in 2026 by exploiting bank and credit card details. There were 661 reports of people having their accounts compromised.

Criminals use a range of tactics to access your money, from stealing card details online to targeting people at cash machines. Some fraudsters watch PIN entries, distract victims, or even fit devices to ATMs to capture cards.

Stay safe when using an ATM:
• Cover your PIN as you type it
• Stand close to the machine
• Shield the keypad with your hand and body
• Avoid cash machines where people are loitering
• If something looks unusual or tampered with, don't use it

If an ATM keeps your card, contact your bank or card provider immediately, ideally while you're still at the machine.

Shopping online?
• Use reputable retailers only
• Don't click links in unsolicited emails or social media offering deals
• Use a search engine or saved bookmarks to access websites
• Consider using PayPal or a credit card for added fraud protection
• Avoid saving your bank card details on websites

Report fraud online at https://orlo.uk/6rPOP, or call 0300 123 2040

For advice on protecting yourself from fraud, visit: https://orlo.uk/cSZoz and https://orlo.uk/NHbV7

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