Devon & Cornwall Police

Stories about Devon & Cornwall Police

Devon and Cornwall PCC defies Police and Crime Panel to appoint former Torbay colleague as deputy

Police and Crime Commissioner Alison Hernandez announced decision to hire Mark Kingscote on same day panel voted against appointment because “candidate does not meet the minimum requirements of the post”.

Thursday 1 August 2024

Devon & Cornwall Police inspection finds force underperforming in half of areas assessed

His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary Fire and Rescue Services has “serious concerns” over investigations management and says force still needs to reduce response times despite “significant efforts to improve”.

Wednesday 31 July 2024

Devon & Cornwall Police Chief Constable Will Kerr suspended

Devon & Cornwall Police Chief Constable Will Kerr has been suspended by Police and Crime Commissioner Alison Hernandez following misconduct allegations.

Wednesday 26 July 2023

Devon & Cornwall Police must make “urgent improvements”

The police inspectorate says Devon and Cornwall Police must make “urgent improvements” after the force was found to be inadequate in three of nine areas including responding to emergency and non-emergency calls and managing registered sexual and violent offenders.

Friday 3 February 2023

Reclaim the Night protest against sexual violence and harassment of women and girls in public space

Exeter event takes place after survey finding that 85% felt unsafe or very unsafe when walking alone in city centre at night, with police figures showing violent and sexual offences exceed 35% of all recorded crime in city.

Wednesday 16 November 2022

500 march in Reclaim the Night protest against sexual violence and harassment on Exeter streets

Annual event promoting public awareness of male violence against women and girls in public spaces coincides with international human rights campaigns.

Tuesday 30 November 2021