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Plasnewydd
Neighbourhood policing is at the heart of our approach to keeping South Wales safe. Our PCSOs and officers are proud to be integral parts of the communities they serve.
We want to ensure our neighbourhood policing is as efficient and effective as it can be, and our aim is to be the best in the country at understanding and responding to the needs and priorities of each individual community. Your local neighbourhood policing team is made up of officers and PCSOs based in your area who are both visible and accessible.
Fundamental to our model of neighbourhood policing is engaging with our communities: connecting with individuals, organisations, businesses, schools, workplaces and others; working to understand, respond to, and tackle your concerns and priorities; and putting measures in place to prevent issues from escalating – or from occurring in the first place.
By working together and focusing on early intervention, prevention and problem solving, we can find long-term solutions to local problems.
Please note that to report a crime or incident to South Wales Police, you can visit Home | South Wales Police or in an emergency, please dial 999.
Tîm plismona cymdogaeth y Rhath a Cathays / Roath & Cathays Neighbourhood Policing Team

Danielle Alexander
Police Constable
07929359328

Olivia Andrews
PCSO
07583081045

Thomas Davies
Police Constable
07811471311

Monika Gozdziewska
PCSO
07773624443

Paulina Karkocha
PCSO
07773761233

Kim Mitchell
PCSO
07484523561

Samuel Rice
Sergeant
07870915051

Rachael Shortis
Police Constable
07815459444

Joshua Thorn
PCSO
07779990567

Samuel Worrell
PCSO
07816180824
Local Priority Issues
Priority | Action Taken |
---|---|
Shoplifting & Retail crime - Thefts from stores Issued 17 September 2025 |
Action taken is updated every three months. Actioned 17 September 2025 |
Electric scooters Issued 17 September 2025 |
Action taken is updated every three months. Actioned 17 September 2025 |
Drug use & dealing Issued 17 September 2025 |
Action taken is updated every three months. Actioned 17 September 2025 |
Drug Dealing - City Road Issued 17 June 2025 |
The Neighbourhood Policing Team continues to prioritise tackling drug dealing on City Road. With the introduction of Operation Lipfern and Autumn Plans now in full swing, it is anticipated that enforcement and disruption activity will significantly increase over the coming weeks. Intelligence-led patrols and plain clothes operations are being deployed to target known offenders and hotspot locations, with a focus on safeguarding vulnerable individuals and disrupting local supply networks. Engagement with businesses, residents, and partner agencies continues to ensure a balanced approach that addresses criminality while reassuring the wider community. Actioned 17 September 2025 |
Antisocial Behaviour - Roath Rec and Community Parks Issued 17 June 2025 |
The Neighbourhood Policing Team continues to focus on reducing anti-social behaviour in and around Roath Recreation Ground and other community parks in Plasnewydd. Officers have conducted high-visibility patrols, particularly during peak times in the evenings and weekends, to deter nuisance behaviour and reassure park users. Engagement with local residents, park users, and community groups such as Fiery Jacks has helped identify recurring issues. Where necessary, problem-solving interventions have been implemented, including ASB warnings and targeted enforcement through Safer Town Centres. Officers have also conducted a Speed Swareness Campaign on Ninian Road next to the Rec, checking 501 vehicles in the operation. Actioned 17 September 2025 |
Retail crime & Shoplifting - City Road and Albany Road Issued 17 June 2025 |
Retail crime and shoplifting continue to be a significant issue on City Road and Albany Road. The Neighbourhood Policing Team is reviewing internal processes to ensure all incidents are fully captured and that repeat offenders are appropriately pursued. The frustration caused by the volume of shoplifting is shared by both South Wales Police and local business owners. Operational efforts have included deploying the CCTV van, running multiple plain clothes and high-visibility patrols, and utilising a range of tactics to deter offending and gather evidence. Efforts were made to engage all local businesses and use Safer Town Centre funding to provide RadioNet units to enhance community communication and collaboration; however, despite the offer of a free 12-month contract, uptake was limited. These activities aim to reduce retail crime, support the business community, and maintain public confidence. Actioned 17 September 2025 |
Latest South Wales Updates

You said, We did / Wnaethoch chi ddweud, Mi wnaethom ni
You Said, We didBILINGUAL MESSAGE / NEGES DWYIEITHOG Hello Resident Following concerns around drug supply, a warrant has been executed on Gordon Road, Cathays. During the search, over £9000 cash was recovered along with 86g of cannabis and oth...

Student Safety/Information Point : Wed 24 Sep 18:30
Dear Resident, Your local Neighbourhood Policing Team will be at Woodville Road on 24/09/2025 between 1830-2030hrs. Come along and meet us. We can discuss any local issues, provide information on crime prevention, tell you about some of our lo...

Bike Marking at Cardiff University Main Building : Tue 30 Sep 09:00
Dear Resident, Your local Neighbourhood Policing Team will be at Cardiff University, Main Building, Park Place, CF10 3AT on 30/09/2025 at 0900hrs for a free bike marking event. If you would like you to have your bike marked come along with yo...

Bike Marking : Fri 26 Sep 15:30
Dear community member, Your local Neighbourhood Policing Team will be at YMCA The WALK on 26 September 2025 at 15:30 for a free bike marking event. If you would like you to have your bike marked come along with your bike and we will mark and log ...

Crime prevention message
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Cathays Library - Cuppa with a Copper : Thu 18 Sep 12:00
Dear Resident, Your local Neighbourhood Policing Team will be at Cathays Library on 18/09/2025 between 12:00-13:00. Come along and meet us. We can discuss any local issues, provide information on crime prevention, tell you about some of our lo...

Local Priorities Drug dealing Update
Dear Resident, Thank you for taking the local priority survey recently, your ongoing feedback about local issues of concern is vital in order to enable us to target resources effectively. Although you did not raise Drug dealing as a concern in yo...

Local Priorities Drug dealing Update
Dear Resident, Thank you for taking the local priority survey recently, your ongoing feedback about local issues of concern is vital in order to enable us to target resources effectively. Although you did not raise Drug dealing as a concern in yo...
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