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Inspired by her grandad, this officer shares what makes policing in Shetland unique, from its close-knit community to Up Helly Aa 👮🏻‍♀️ Could policing be for you? Find out more and apply today ➡️ scotland.police.uk/jobs/?adh…
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On Monday, 19 October, 2026, threatening messages were sent to a number of schools across Scotland. These messages have been assessed and are being treated as a hoax, with nothing to suggest any threat to the public. (1/2)
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Officers and staff from Police Scotland's Cyber and Fraud Unit are working closely with partners and are continuing to carry out extensive inquiries to establish the source. (2/2)
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For information about specific schools, contact your relevant local authority.
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A former Police Scotland officer has been sentenced to 12 years in prison at the High Court in Glasgow. Campbell Petrie, 50, was sentenced on Friday, 16 October, 2026, after being found guilty of a number of violent and sexual offences, including rape, in September 2026. (1/2)
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Read more ➡️ scotland.police.uk/what-s-ha… (2/2)

Former police officer sentenced for sexual and violent offences

Former police officer sentenced for sexual and violent offences news article

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A serving officer has been convicted of sexual offences at the High Court in Edinburgh. Carmichael John Williamson, 32, was found guilty of four charges - including three of rape – which took place in the Shetland area between 2014 and 2022. More: orlo.uk/daW5d
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Officers investigating disorder in Glasgow on Saturday, 25 July, 2026, have released images of six people who may be able to assist with the investigation. Read more: orlo.uk/bCEi5
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Victims and witnesses get an improved local service, including more dependable appointments and quicker investigations under a new community policing model. (1/2)
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A new approach to local policing is being embedded across Scotland and is expected to be in place nationally by March 2027. Find out more ➡️scotland.police.uk/what-s-ha… (2/2)

Policing for our Communities

Policing for our Communities

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A serving police officer has today been sentenced for violent offences against a woman. Read more - orlo.uk/Olq97
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Thinking about becoming a police officer? 👮🏻‍♂️ You don't need to have done a job like this before. Communication, team work, problem solving and taking ownership are key skills and your journey matters. Apply today ➡️ scotland.police.uk/jobs/
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More than 1000 motorcyclists engaged with Police Scotland during our motorcycle safety campaign 🏍️ 320 took part in Rider Refinement sessions with @IAMRoadSmart 292 offences were also detected, including speeding & careless driving. Read more ➡️ orlo.uk/Pq9QA
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183 probationers marked the start of their policing journey today, at a formal ceremony in the organisation’s training headquarters, Tulliallan. Read more ➡️ orlo.uk/Qg5nq Ready for a job like no other? Apply today ➡️ orlo.uk/XxNq7
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🧵 | Our Chief Constable has provided an update at a public meeting of the @ScotPolAuth in Glasgow today. Watch live 📺⬇️ spa.police.uk/what-we-do/gov…
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That concludes the Chief Constable’s update from today’s @ScotPolAuth Board meeting. Read the full report for more on the issues covered today: spa.police.uk/spa-media/jxuj…
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You can also read her roundup ⬇️ scotland.police.uk/what-s-ha…

Police Scotland Chief Constable Jo Farrell has praised officers and partners involved in Scotland's...

Police Scotland Chief Constable Jo Farrell has praised officers and partners involved in Scotland's largest and most co-ordinated human trafficking operation.

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The Chief highlighted year-round work with @scotgov, @vrusscotland, @Fearless and other partners to prevent violence across Scotland, as well as the focus brought by Violence Prevention Week.
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Violence Prevention Week gave us the opportunity to hear directly from young people, reflect on local diversionary work and hear from Lisa Petrie, whose son John McNab died in September 2025.
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