Statement about police operation in Crewe

The following statement has been issued by Dan Price, Cheshire Police and Crime Commissioner on 29th April 2026 at 4pm.

A significant police operation was launched this morning in Crewe.

As Cheshire’s Police & Crime Commissioner and the public’s voice in policing, I want to thank our officers, staff and the wider public sector in planning and carrying out this complex operation. This has so far led to a number of arrests.

I totally get that an operation of this size, relating to allegations of modern-day slavery, forced marriage, and sexual offences may concern residents, especially those living nearby. This is a live investigation and I hope the increased policing presence will reassure residents.

If you have any information you feel could be helpful, please report this via 101, online, or with a local officer.

I will continue meeting with senior colleagues at Cheshire Police as the situation developments.
Dan Price, Cheshire Police and Crime Commissioner

Anyone with any information which could assist with the investigation is asked to contact Cheshire police at Public Portal or call 101.

More information about this operation and ongoing investigation can be found on the Cheshire police website.