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MERSEYSIDE Police wish to trace two men following in an incident at around 3.50am, on Waverley Street, Southport on Sunday, 8 March 2009.

Officers from Southport have released CCTV images of the men who are both described as white, around 5ft 10in tall, and in their early twenties. One of the men has short dark hair, of stocky build and was wearing a blue shirt. The other man is of slim build, with short light coloured hair.

If you have any information that may identify either male contact Merseyside Police on 0151 777 3441 or Email them on ward.b.dukes@merseyside.police.uk, or call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

CHARGE, INCIDENT WINDSOR PUBLIC HOUSE, WALTON VALE

MERSEYSIDE Police have charged a man following an incident, at the Windsor Public House, Walton Vale, on Sunday 22 March 2009, in which a 42 year old man was assaulted.  The victim remains in a critical condition at University Hospital Aintree.  Paul Michael Henders, 47, from Iris Grove, Kirkby was charged with wounding causing grievous bodily harm, and id to appear at Liverpool City Magistrates Court on Thursday, 9 April 2009.  Anyone who saw what happened or who has any information is asked to call police on 0151 777 4564 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.o

 DISTURBANCE, H. BAR, VICTORIA STREET

MERSEYSIDE Police are now investigating a disturbance that occurred at the H Bar, Victoria Street, Liverpool City Centre on Monday 23 March 2009.  At 1.50am police arrived at the premises and found a disturbance ongoing.  During the disturbance one woman sustained minor injuries thought to be from broken glass.  Anyone who witnessed the incident or has any further information are asked to call the police at St Anne Street on 0151 777 4829, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

MERSEYSIDE POLICE, FORCE DRUGS OPERATION

MERSEYSIDE Police have informed us that they have arrested 10 people and seized £7000 in cash, following raids in parts of Knowsley, Liverpool North and Liverpool South, on the morning of Thursday, 19 March 2009.

A number of addresses were targeted, resulting in six men and four women being arrested, for numerous offences that include conspiracy to supply controlled drugs and money laundering

Quantities of heroin, cocaine and ecstasy, have been recovered during the operation.

As part of its Total War on Crime, Merseyside Police will continue to target criminals who deal drugs and drug users who commit crime to fund their habit. Their behaviour causes misery to our communities and we would urge people to contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 if they have any information on drug-related crime.

RECALL TO PRISON - GERRARD O'ROURKE

MERSEYSIDE Police are appealing for information regarding the whereabouts of 45 year old Gerrard O'Rourke from Birkenhead. Mr O'Rourke is currently wanted for a recall to prison after breaching his license conditions. He has been wanted since 25 February, 2009. He is known to frequent the Birkenhead area and Liverpool areas. Mr O'Rourke is considered dangerous and should not be approached by the public. If anyone has seen Mr O'Rourke or knows of his whereabouts, please contact Merseyside Police on 0151 777 4068 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

RECALL TO PRISON - GERRARD O'ROURKE

MERSEYSIDE Police are appealing for information regarding the whereabouts of 45 year old Gerrard O'Rourke from Birkenhead. Mr O'Rourke is currently wanted for a recall to prison after breaching his license conditions. He has been wanted since 25 February, 2009. He is known to frequent the Birkenhead area and Liverpool areas. Mr O'Rourke is considered dangerous and should not be approached by the public. If anyone has seen Mr O'Rourke or knows of his whereabouts, please contact Merseyside Police on 0151 777 4068 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Can You Help Police Trace Andrew Boardman?

MERSEYSIDE Police are very keen to trace the where about of 34 year old Andrew Boardman. Mr Boardman was arrested in connection with an investigation into an indecent assault which took place in 1997 for which he was arrested in May 2008 and has since failed to answer bail.

He is described as 5ft 11ins tall, of heavy build with green eyes, crooked teeth and a northwest accent.

He is known to frequent areas in both North Wales and Wallasey.

Anyone with information about his whereabouts is asked to contact Merseyside Police on 0151 777 2674 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

MERSEYSIDE POLICE SEIZE DRUGS WORTH ONE MILLION POUNDS

MERSEYSIDE Police have seized drugs, estimated to be worth around one million pounds, on Thursday, 19 March 2009.  Patrols have been increased in the Kirkdale area, after complaints from residents about suspicious vehicles.

At 9.00pm officers from Liverpool North stopped a BMW estate car on Burlington Street, Kirkdale, and a large amount of cannabis resin was discovered in the boot of the car.  Two men aged 62 and 36 years, not from the Liverpool area, have been arrested and remain in custody as the investigation continues.

Neighbourhood Inspector Gary O'Rouke said:- "This is a significant seizure, that has taken a large amount of drugs off the streets of Merseyside. It is an excellent example of the results that can be achieved when we work closely with the local community. As part of its total war on crime Merseyside Police is committed to cracking down on the supply of illegal drugs, and would urge anyone with information about drug supply or use to contact The Police at Stanley Road on 0151 777 8658 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111."

 SECURITY TIPS WHEN GARDENING

AT last Spring seems to be here and we are all keen to get in the garden and prepare for the long summer days.  Opportunist burglars also enjoy seeing the gardeners, because they know that some people will be relaxing their security. In the warmer weather we tend to leave windows and doors open when we are outside. Please take extra precautions The following suggestions may help:-

► Always lock all the doors to the house that are out of your sight.

► Ensure all ground floor windows are closed in the areas of the house, again out of your sight

► If you are thinking of protecting access to your property there is a list of "burglar unfriendly plants" available from Home Watch Coordinators. Your local garden centre would also be able to give you advice.

► Leaving tools out on show when you go in for a well earned cup of tea is not a good idea. They may be stolen or used as tools to commit a crime.

► After a day in the garden make sure all garden tools are put safely in your shed or garage.

► Secure your outhouse. You wouldn't leave your house door unlocked overnight, ensure the building is locked.