September 2011

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Cleveland Police Helicopter Deployments

 September 2011

 

This page will only be updated on business weekdays and will highlight the previous day's flights. Weekend and public holiday updates will appear on the closest following working day . Please note that not all items will always be listed due to operational sensitivity or ongoing investigation.  

 

Date

Time

Location

Task Type

Result

30/09/2011

23:30

Hartlepool

Crime Search

Search of land near commercial premises off the A689 after the report of shots being fired. Extensive search carried out. No trace of any persons in the area. All units present now resuming

30/09/2011

19:30

Redcar

Missing Person

Search of the South Gare after 4 children were reported as missing. As the helicopter arrived on scene and commenced a thermal search, the children were located nearby safe and well. All units now able to resume to other duties.

29/09/2011

22:55

Stockton

Crime Search

Attend Whitehouse farm area to assist ground units with search after suspicious incident involving 4 youths. Area cleared allowing units to resume other duties.

29/09/2011

22:25

Hemlington

Crime Search

Attend the F block area to assist with search for male armed with a knife. Male eventually located in house. Provide containment for specialist officers, whilst offender detained.

29/09/2011

10:30

Middlesbrough

Crime Search

Requested to assist units to search for two males on a stolen Motorcycle. Search carried out Motorcycle recovered by dog section no sightings of the males. Return to base.

28/09/2011

22:05

Stockton

Search Other

Request to search a length of the River Tees for a person reported to have entered the water. Search conducted alongside the Fire & Rescue  Service with no trace.

28/09/2011

21:55

Middlesbrough

Crime Search

Request to assist with a search for a suspect wanted for armed robbery. Search conducted with no trace.

28/09/2011

19:20

Skelton

Missing Person Search

Request to search for a vulnerable male who had left home address in agitated state with concerns for his safety. Male located. Officers attended the scene and brought the man to safety.

28/09/2011

14:00

Middlesbrough

Stolen M/Cycle

Attend Grove Hill regarding stolen motorcycle making off from officers and riding dangerously. Area searched and motorcycle had left area. Officers allowed to resume.

28/09/2011

05:10

Stockton

Vehicle Pursuit

Attend scene of recent vehicle pursuit to assist with search for 5 occupants who made off from police. 4 detained by ground units. Extensive area searched and cleared, allowing units to resume.

27/09/2011

23:05

High Clarence

Crime Search

Requested to search open areas to the rear of High Clarence after a recent theft. Areas searched and cleared allowing officers to resume other duties.

27/09/2011

22:40

Boosebeck

Missing Person

Request to search for male who had left address in agitated state with 1 year old child. Male located whilst carrying out search.

27/09/2011

16:30

Thornaby

Crime Search

Request to search for a male in possession of a long barrelled firearm in a public area. Aircraft located male in a wooded area and directed firearms officers to the location and the male was detained

27/09/2011

14:10

Middlesbrough

Missing Person

Assisted it the search of open areas around the address of a distressed male missing from his home. Assisted in containing a separate address and male successfully located and his welfare checked

27/09/2011

03:55

Middlesbrough

Crime Search

Request to assist units with the search for two suspects responsible for a burglary on a building site. Area checked with no trace of any suspects , units able to stand down

27/09/2011

01:15

Stockton

Missing Person

Search for a vulnerable missing person from the Stockton area. Large area searched and confirmed clear. District officers carrying out other lines of enquiry.

26/09/2011

20:30

Stockton

Crime Search

Assist district units with the search for two suspects believed to be committing burglary on a building site. Area searched and found to be clear. All units now resuming to other duties.

26/09/2011

20:05

Middlesbrough

Crime Search

Search for a male suspect armed with a knife. Suspect sighted, units directed, and male was detained by ground officers.

26/09/2011

11:30

Middlesbrough

Crime Search

Search of residential area for a male wanted in connection with an assault. Male had been chased on foot and lost. Large area checked and confirmed clear. All units now standing down from search

26/09/2011

03:00

Hartlepool

Crime Search

Search following report of intruders at an industrial premises. Large area searched and found to be clear. Allowing officers to resume patrols.

25/09/2011

23:30

Hartlepool

Crime Search

Search for persons responsible for a burglary. One male located by crew, units directed to location and male arrested.

25/09/2011

12:10

Hartlepool

Crime Search

Diverted from previous task to assist officers searching for a male armed with a knife. Male matching the description seen entering a house and hiding in the back garden. Officers talked on to location and male arrested

25/09/2011

11:50

Hartlepool

Search Vehicle

Assisted units to search for a mini moto being driven on the Headland, driver and pillion no helmets and there was a serious safety risk. Search carried out no sightings of the bike. To next task

25/09/2011

01:40

South Bank

Crime Search

Search for 2 x males acting suspiciously around commercial premises. Areas searched and confirmed clear by use of thermal camera.

25/09/2011

01:30

Billingham

Missing Person

Assisted in the search for missing male. Large areas of open land and woods cleared along stretches of the rail line allowing officers to concentrate on urban areas.

25/09/2011

00:15

Redcar

Missing Person

Searched large areas of open land along sea front and dunes, locating vulnerable missing male with others camping in hidden location. Officers guided directly to location and male taken to safety.

24/09/2011

23:55

Middlesbrough

Crime Search

Assisted in the clearing of Albert Park by use of thermal camera for a report of groups of males in the area believed to be fighting. In clearing large area allowed ground units to resume patrols.

24/09/2011

12:10

Loftus

Missing Person

Searched area of cliffs for vulnerable missing person. Male located by ground units and taken to safety.

24/09/2011

11:35

Nunthorpe

Crime Search

Searched area for stolen motor vehicle. Full search conducted but no sign of vehicle, allowing ground officers to conduct other enquiries

24/09/2011

06:05

Middlesbrough

Crime Search

Search carried out of school roof and surrounding area following report of persons breaking into premises. Area searched and confirmed to be clear.

24/09/2011

05:40

Redcar

Missing Person

Requested to assist officers searching for a missing person, large area searched and confirmed to be clear. Missing person not in the area.

24/09/2011

05:25

Hartlepool

Missing Person

Requested to assist officers searching for a vulnerable missing person. Person located by crew and units directed to location.

24/09/2011

01:14

Middlesbrough

Crime Search

Requested to assist officers in locating a male involved in a serious assault – search of parkland and streets directed ground units to several potential suspects allowing officers to check details.

24/09/2011

01:03

Middlesbrough

Crime Search

Area search for suspects who had made off on foot from suspected stolen vehicle near to town centre.  Area search confirmed no trace of suspects – aircraft diverted to next task

24/09/2011

00:44

Stockton

Crime Search

Requested to assist in searching for suspects who had abandoned a stolen moped.  Area search conducted with no trace of suspects.

23/09/2011

20:45

Newton Bewley

Crime Search

Requested to assist in searching fields for suspects responsible for theft  - area search carried out with no trace of suspects. – Ground units able to return to duties

23/09/2011

11:10

Stockton

Search Person

Requested to assist units to search for a female who was seen behaving in a suspicious manner. Search of the area carried out no sightings of the female.

23/09/2011

01:30

Redcar

Missing Person

Search of the coast for a vulnerable missing person from the Middlesbrough area. Large area searched and cleared.

22/09/2011

21:05

Hartlepool

Stolen Vehicle

Deploy to the vicinity of the A19 at Elwick after a stolen vehicle was seen by RPU travelling in the opposite direction on the road. Area searched. Vehicle subsequently found abandoned in the Durham area.

22/09/2011

13:05

Grangetown

Crime Search

Assist in search for burglary suspects in the Grange town area. Area searched no trace of suspects.

22/09/2011

09:55

Hemlington

Community Event

Attend School in Hemlington as part of community engagement. Very well received by pupils and teachers. (Remained operational throughout)

22/09/2011

09:35

Stockton

Missing Person

Assist in search for vulnerable missing person in the Stockton area. Whilst searching, male located by ground units.

21/09/2011

22:00

South Bank

Crime Search

Attend report of intruders breaking into a site. As commencing search, two persons arrested by ground units.

21/09/2011

06:10

Teesville

Crime Search

Assist officers in search of open areas for two persons responsible for theft of motor vehicle. Area searched and cleared, ground units able to resume patrols

21/09/2011

02:00

Grangetown

Crime Search

Assist officers containing premises which had been subject of a burglary where a male had climbed onto the roof and was refusing to come down. Search carried out and items located on the roof. Suspect subsequently arrested

21/09/2011

01:30

Hartlepool

Crime Search

Search for suspects responsible for an attempted burglary. Males located by helicopter crew from some distance, still at the scene. Units directed and two persons arrested.

21/09/2011

00:40

Hartlepool

Crime Search

Search for a prowler seen in a rear garden, suspected of an attempted theft. Area searched and found to be clear. District units now able to stand down

20/09/2011

01:25

Middlesbrough

Crime Search

Assist officers with a search of rear gardens for possible suspects believed to be in the area committing burglary. Thorough search conducted with no trace allowing units to commence further enquiries.

20/09/2011

00:40

Redcar

Pursuit

Assisted officers involved in a pursuit with a vehicle due to the driver failing to stop for police. Vehicle stopped and abandoned. Occupants located and detained.

19/09/2011

21:10

Stockton

Pursuit

Assisted officers in search for stolen vehicle. Vehicle located and pursuit commenced, all occupants detained.

19/09/2011

15:50

South Bank

Vehicle Theft

Area search carried out for two stolen motorbikes. Extensive area searched motorbikes no longer in the area. Officers allowed to resume.

19/09/2011

10:20

Middlesbrough

Crime Search

Area search for suspect from a robbery. Extensive area searched person no longer in the area. Officers allowed to resume.

19/09/2011

02:40

Hemlington

Pursuit

Assist officers searching for suspects who had abandoned a car and ran off. One male located hiding in trees, officers directed and male arrested.

19/09/2011

01:10

Hartlepool

Missing Person

Assisted dog section officers to search for vulnerable missing person. Officers located male safe and well.

19/09/2011

00:10

Marske

Missing Person

Report of vulnerable male on a railway bridge. Upon arrival a ground officer had made contact. Aircraft monitors male as he is talked to by ground officers on the road below. Male then runs from the bridge along the tracks where aircraft then directs ground officers on to the male who is taken to safety.

18/09/2011

22:30

Hartburn

Crime Search

Searched open areas for burglary suspects.

18/09/2011

22:10

Hartlepool

Missing Person

Vulnerable male reported as being on railway lines. Large areas searched and eliminated to assist officers.

18/09/2011

22:00

Hartlepool

Missing Person

Assist officers to locate vulnerable missing male. Male located by officers.

18/09/2011

20:30

Billingham

Crime Search

Assist officers to search for three burglary suspects. All areas quickly eliminated and officers resumed other enquiries.

18/09/2011

10:20

Hartlepool

Missing Person

Request to attend the coastline, The Headland, to assist officers with locating a vulnerable missing person. Person located by ground units who was then removed to safety.

17/09/2011

22:40

Middlesbrough

Crime Search

Assist in search for potential burglary suspects. Area found to be clear and officers allowed to resume.

17/09/2011

03:00

Stockton

Pursuit

Assisted officers in search for stolen motorcycle. Large areas quickly eliminated and officers allowed to resume other enquiries.

16/09/2011

21:00

Billingham

Concern For Safety

Report of female shouting for help from a white motor vehicle. Attend location and search for vehicle described. A number of same type vehicles checked but with a negative result. Enquiries ongoing with ground officers.

16/09/2011

20:45

Eston

Concern For Safety

Report of ambulance crew struggling to locate young male in need of urgent medical attention. Youth was located and ambulance crew directed to him.

16/09/2011

20:30

Guisborough

Crime Search

Report of stolen JCB abandoned. All open areas quickly searched to free up officers to continue enquires.

15/09/2011

23:15

Kirkleatham

Missing Person

Search of woodland and open area carried out for vulnerable missing person – no trace of person at location – ground units able to continue further enquiries.

15/09/2011

20:13

Billingham

Crime Search

Search carried out for suspect responsible for possible robbery – suspect stopped by ground units and arrested.

15/09/2011

20:06

Hartlepool

Missing Person

Search of woodland and open area carried out for missing child – whilst searching child was located by ground units.

15/09/2011

19:52

Elwick

Crime Search

Attend to assist in search for suspects responsible for burglary.  On arrival, suspects arrested for burglary – area search of surrounding woodland confirmed no other suspects outstanding

15/09/2011

16:25

Eaglescliffe

Person Search

Attend report of missing 5yr old child. Whilst overhead, child located by ground unit and returned to home address.`

15/09/2011

06:40

South Bank

Crime Search

Search carried out for person responsible for arson attack. Area searched and cleared

15/09/2011

03:30

Redcar

Missing Person

Search carried out for vulnerable missing person. Person located in fields, units directed and female found safe and well.

15/09/2011

01:20

Stockton

Crime Search

Search carried out following reports of persons breaking into a property. Area searched and cleared allowing officers to resume patrol.

14/09/2011

13:40

Middlesbrough

Crime Search

Search for suspects believed responsible for theft. Area searched and cleared. Ground units allowed to resume normal duties.

13/09/2011

23:15

Stockton

Crime Search

Search for suspects believed responsible for theft. Area searched and confirmed no one present.

13/09/2011

09:07

Eaglescliffe

Crime Search

Search for suspect responsible for theft. Assisted in searching area – suspect arrested

13/09/2011

04:47

Stockton

Crime Search

Request to assist in search for suspects responsible for attempted theft of vehicle. Area searched with no trace of offenders, allowing units to continue enquiries.

12/09/2011

18:10

Middlesbrough

Person Search

Attend report of a vulnerable missing person at Newport Bridge. Bridge searched and confirmed no one present.

11/09/2011

23:20

Stockton

Person Search

Request to assist with a search for a male walking along the A19 near to Retail Park/Whinney Banks due to concerns for his safety. Male located safe and well.

11/09/2011

23:10

Redcar

Person Search

Request to assist units with a search for a person last seen on the South Gare acting in suspicious circumstances. Thorough search conducted with no trace.

11/09/2011

20:35

Stockton

Crime Search

Requested to assist officers to search open/wooded land in the area of Thornaby for a male suspect reported to have been in possession of a rifle. Search carried out no sightings.

11/09/11

06:00

Thornaby A66

Casualty

Evacuation

Attend scene of serious RTC on the A66 near Thornaby. On scene liaised with paramedics. Air casevac no longer required.

11/09/2011

03:30

Middlesbrough

Missing

Persons

Request to search open land near the A19 for two juvenile missing males. Area checked and found to be clear.

11/09/2011

03:00

Middlesbrough

Assault

Deployed to report of a disturbance at a private address. On scene and located a suspect making off from the area. Units were directed and an arrest was made.

11/09/2011

02:00

Middlesbrough

Crime

Search

Search of  Easterside area after the report of a number of suspects attempting o steal a vehicle. No persons present. Number of vehicle in the area checked and eliminated.

11/09/2011

01:30

Middlesbrough

Serious

Assault

Deploy to search for two males responsible for a serious assault. Officers had one suspect in sight on a roof and the other was believed to be nearby. Thermal search conducted at the subject premises. Both suspects were arrested

10/09/2011

21:00

A19 High Leven

Escaper

Search of the A19 and surrounding rural land at High Leven for a vulnerable missing boy. Liaised by phone with staff at scene. Extensive search carried out. No persons in the area. Other police units stood down.

10/09/2011

20:00

Hartlepool

Crime Search

Search of the South Pier and nearby rocks and beach after a suspect had abandoned a stolen scooter. To maximise officer safety the helicopter used thermal imaging to search more hazardous areas directly next to the water. Number of juveniles in the area stop checked and eliminated. No trace of suspect. Officers Allowed to resume.

10/09/2011

04:00

Hartlepool

Crime Search

Attended West Park in Hartlepool report of a male breaking into a private home. Search carried out male located hiding in a tree some distance away from the initial incident. Officers talked on and male detained.

10/09/2011

03:40

Hartlepool

Crime Search

Report of an intruder in a secure compound south of Hartlepool. Thermal search of the compound and surrounding area carried out no sightings of any persons. Officers allowed to resume.

10/09/2011

01:45

Stockton

Crime Search

Assist in search for suspects, area found to be clear, officers resumed.

10/09/2011

01:20

Eston

Crime Search

Officers request the Aircraft to assist in the search for a male who has assaulted a female in Eston. Area searched and found clear, officers allowed to resume further enquiries.

10/09/2011

01:00

Middlesbrough

Crime Search

Requested to assist officers to search the rear alleys of a street in Linthorpe for a male armed with a knife. Area found top be clear of suspect and officers allowed to continue enquiries.

09/09/2011

19:15

Stockton

Crime Search

Assist officers with an area search of an estate for a stolen motorcycle which was being ridden around the area by local youths. Search conducted with no trace of stolen vehicle however another off-road motorcycle was located and seized by officers.

09/09/2011

04:45

Stockton

Crime Search

Assist officers with a search of rear gardens for suspects reported to have possibly been about to commit a burglary. Area search no trace allowing officers to commence further enquiries.

09/09/2011

04:35

Stockton

Public Safety

Assist units with a search for persons reported to be walking along the central reservation of A19. Two persons located. Guided officers onto them who then removed them to safety

09/09/2011

04:20

Middlesbrough

Crime Search

Assist officers with a search of rear gardens for a suspect believed to have been responsible for a burglary. Area search no trace allowing officers to commence further enquiries..

09/09/2011

00:15

Stockton

Crime Search

Assist officers with a search of a premises, compound and wooded area for possible intruders believed to be committing a theft. Area search no trace.

08/09/2011

23:35

Redcar

Crime Search

Assist officers with a search of rear gardens for a suspect believed to have been involved in vehicle crime. Vehicle found but no trace of male.

08/09/2011

23:20

Stockton

Crime Search

Assist officers with a search of a premises, compound and wooded area for possible intruders believed to have committing a theft. Area search no trace.

08/09/2011

21:15

Hartlepool

Person Search

Thorough search conducted for a high risk vulnerable missing person. Areas searched, but person found by ground units safe and well.

08/09/2011

21:00

Middlesbrough

Crime Search

Assist officers with a search of a premises and compound for possible intruders believed to be committing a theft. Area search no trace.

08/09/2011

20:40

Stockton

Person Search

Thorough search conducted for a high risk vulnerable missing person. Areas searched with no trace allowing officers to continue with further enquiries.

08/09/2011

03:35

Middlesbrough

Public Safety

Further assistance given to help coordinate multiple agencies regarding road spillage on A66.

08/09/2011

01:45

Middlesbrough

Missing Person

Extensive search carried out for a vulnerable missing person. Areas confirmed to be clear allowing officers to carryout further enquiries.

08/09/2011

01:00

Stockton

Vehicle Pursuit

Attend report of motor bike failing to stop, vehicle lost prior to arrival, area searched motorbike no longer in the area. Whilst searching area suspicious vehicle seen by crew. Directed unit to stop it resulting in one of the occupants being arrested for theft.

07/09/2011

23.50

Middlesbrough

Public Safety

Provide assistance regarding serious spillage on A66. Video downlink provided to control room to help coordinate numerous resources.

07/09/2011

23.20

Redcar And Cleveland

Crime Search

Assist officers to search building site for theft suspects.

07/09/2011

22.48

Stockton

Crime Search

Searched for suspects re possible burglary. Two suspects identified and detained for other offences.

07/09/2011

19.23

Stockton

Vehicle Pursuit

Assisted officers in search for motorcycle failing to stop.

07/09/11

17:40

Middlesbrough

Public Order

Deploy to monitor reports of a large group of youths gathering for a fight. On scene provide downlink to control room. On arrival of the helicopter youths began to disperse. Units were directed by helicopter crew and number of youths stopped and searched. No weapons were found. A vehicle seen nearby was also stopped and searched by officers. Units from Middlesbrough and Redcar &Cleveland were able to stand-down and resume other duties.

07/08/2011

12:00

Middlesbrough

Missing Person

Search a male involved in a disturbance earlier in the day. Concern for male’s safety as he had threatened to self harm.

07/08/2011

07:00

Middlesbrough

Crime Search

Assist district units searching for a male believed armed with a knife, responsible for a disturbance at a house were persons were threatened. Male had made off on foot. Large open areas searched and eliminated, negating the need for a foot search, and allowing officers to carry out other enquiries. No sightings of suspect.

07/09/2011

23:30

Middlesbrough

Crime Search

Report of persons having broken into commercial property. Area searched and confirmed to be clear.

07/09/2011

22:50

Stockton

Crime Search

Report of intruders at a commercial site, males located in fields by crew. Officers directed to location and males detained.

07/09/2011

19:30

Stockton

Crime Search

Area search for persons responsible for attempt theft of motor vehicle. Area searched and confirmed to be clear.

07/09/2011

01:30

Guisborough

Crime Search

Assist units searching for a burglary suspect. Large area searched and confirmed to be clear allowing officers to carry out further enquiries.

07/09/2011

00:00

Middlesbrough

Crime Search

Assist units searching for three suspects following an attempt theft of motor vehicle. Two males located by ground officers, third male located by crew, units directed and male arrested

06/09/2011

03.15

Lazenby

Vehicle Pursuit

Search for suspects who had abandoned a vehicle following a short pursuit. The vehicle had been driven dangerously.

05/09/2011

18.15

Stockton

Crime Search

Called to assist officers to search for theft suspects.

05/09/2011

18.00

Stockton

Missing Person

Called to assist officers to locate a vulnerable missing person. Found safe and well.

05/09/2011

11.00

Hartlepool

Missing Person

Called to assist officers to locate a vulnerable missing person. Found safe and well.

05/09/2011

03:15

Middlesbrough

Crime Search

Search for subject responsible for burglary, area cleared allowing ground units to resume patrols.

05/09/2011

03:05

Middlesbrough

Crime Search

Search for subject responsible for theft, area cleared, units resumed.

05/09/2011

00:35

Stockton

Crime Search

Attend Ingleby Barwick to assist ground units in search for prowler. Rear gardens and surrounding area searched and eliminated. Units resumed.

04/09/2011

20:25

Nunthorpe

Crime Search

Attend Nunthorpe area to assist with search for two persons who abandoned a stolen vehicle nearby. Open area to the east checked and two males located. Ground units directed and persons detained.

04/09/2011

20:15

Whale Hill

Crime Search

Search around the area of Whale hill shops at Eston, after reports of a stolen m/cycle being pushed by a male. Extensive area search carried out with ground units but motorcycle not seen

04/09/2011

1920

North Yorkshire

Crime Search

Attended Clay Bank area and searched for persons made off from a suspect vehicle. Area fully searched and eliminated, allowing officers to resume enquiries.

03/09/2011

21:00

Hartlepool

Crime Search

Search suspects in Hartlepool industrial units, area cleared and police units resumed patrols.

03/09/2011

15:45

Middlesbrough

Crime Search

Assisted in the search of a male on a push bike wanted for a burglary, last seen to enter a recreation park. Full park area searched and confirmed clear allowing officers to resume duties

03/09/2011

05:25

Stockton

Crime Search

Provide top cover for ground officers regarding ongoing search for male wanted for serious offence. Location checked and found to be clear.

03/09/2011

00:50

Middlesbrough

Crime Search

Attend Marton area, to assist with search for outstanding male who made off after a road traffic collision. Surrounding area searched and cleared.

03/09/2011

00:35

South Bank

Crime Search

Attend South Bank area to assist with search for male wanted for an assault. Back gardens fully searched and eliminated, allowing officers to resume normal duties.

02/09/2011

21:10

South Bank

Crime Search

Attend the South Bank area to assist ground units and specialist officers search for a male believed to be armed with a sword. Extensive area search carried out with no trace.

02/09/2011

12:00

Hartlepool

Missing Person

Helicopter deploys to Hartlepool to search for a vulnerable missing person. Helicopter crew see collapsed person in dunes. Land on the beach and crew provide first-aid until paramedics and local units arrive at scene. Subject taken to HGH by road ambulance for treatment

02/09/2011

06:30

Stockton

Crime Search

Whilst on routine tasking fire observed by crew near rail compound. Male observed and ground crews directed in and male arrested for theft of cable.

02/09/2011

04:30

Richmond

Casualty Evacuation

Assisted North Yorkshire ambulance service by transporting Cardiac patient to James Cook Hospital.

02/09/2011

00:52

Stockton

Crime Search

Attended a Stockton School to assist ground units with a search for possible suspects on the roof. Search conducted and two persons located on the roof. Both detained and arrested for burglary.

02/09/2011

00:45

Stockton

Crime Search

Attended the area of Redmarshall to assist ground units with a search for possible suspects on the roof of the church. Search conducted with no trace.

01/09/11

12:20

Guisborough

Missing Person

Concerns for the safety of a vulnerable missing female. Rural areas searched and female located in a hedgerow. Aircraft lands at scene and assistance given by crew, female taken to ambulance nearby.