@PSOSHighland

Official Police Scotland Twitter feed for Highlands & Islands. Not for reporting crime. Non-emergency calls dial 101 & 999 in an emergency. Not monitored 24/7.

 Inverness, UK
scotland.police.uk/your-community/highland-and-islands/
Joined November 2009
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Officers are appealing for information following the theft of a vehicle in Lerwick. The incident happened between 8.30pm on Friday, 23 October, and 8.30am on Saturday, 24 October, 2026, on Kantersted Road. A white Ford van was taken. More: orlo.uk/ECLyz
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@PoliceScotlandOct 23
⚠️ The @metoffice has issued an Amber weather warning, in place from 9pm on Saturday 24 October, 2026, until 9pm on Sunday, 25 October, 2026. For additional information and links including flood alerts, power cut information and travel advice, visit ➡️ orlo.uk/AX3F9
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Ready Scotland@ReadyScotlandOct 23
Strong winds are forecast. Keep your home protected. Secure loose objects such as ladders, garden furniture or anything that could cause danger. Find out more at ready.campaign.gov.scot/stor…
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@metofficeOct 23
⚠️⚠️ Amber weather warning issued ⚠️⚠️ Strong winds across Scotland and the far north of England and parts of Northern Ireland Saturday 2100 - Sunday 2100 Latest info 👉 bit.ly/WxWarning Stay #WeatherAware ⚠️
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Officers are appealing for information following a single-vehicle crash on the A9 at Portgower. The crash happened around 5pm on Thursday, 22 October, 2026, involving a blue Mazda CX-5. More: orlo.uk/cjs6l
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Searches are continuing for two missing men and a missing fishing vessel off the coast of the Isle of Lewis. Further enquiries were carried out off the coast of the Port of Ness today, and items belonging to the vessel were recovered. Read more: orlo.uk/ABOUe
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The B9071 is closed between Garderhouse and the Reawick junction in Skeld, Shetland following a landslide. Motorists are urged to avoid the area.
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The A832 is open between Avoch and Fortrose following a single-vehicle crash reported around 7.40am on Thursday, 22 October, 2026. Emergency services attended, and one man was taken to hospital. Enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances.
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@PoliceScotlandOct 21
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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Searches for two missing men and a missing fishing vessel off the coast of the Isle of Lewis have resumed today, Wednesday, 21 October, 2026. Read more: orlo.uk/m1d9v
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The body of a man recovered following report of a missing fishing vessel off the Isle of Lewis has been identified as Douglas Craigie, 49. His two crewmates, Norman Murray, 40, and Murdo Morrison (pictured), 23, remain unaccounted for. More: orlo.uk/HMVUL
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Pictured: Douglas Craigie, 49, and Norman Murray, 40.
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Motorists are advised to take extra caution when driving in Skye to due to adverse weather conditions in exposed areas .
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Hear from one of our officers about a career that’s rewarding, meaningful & built around supporting the community. Our recruitment team will be in Shetland on Wed 28 Oct to bring the recruitment process direct to you. Apply by Wed 21 Oct to take part - orlo.uk/AZnDo
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Emergency services are in attendance following a report of a missing fishing vessel and three men onboard off the coast of Port of Ness, Isle of Lewis, which was reported to police around 11.35pm on Tuesday, 13 October, 2026. More: orlo.uk/9FtC4
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Lochmaddy Police Station on North Uist has relocated to within Lochmaddy Sheriff Court, which is approx. 100 metres along the road. The former police station building will be disposed of. Read more in the article on our website : orlo.uk/PMFfV
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We are appealing following a crash on the A9 near Tain, 5.15pm Sat 10 Oct involving a white Peugeot 208 and a white Renault Master Luton van. The car driver, a man aged 86, died at the scene. If you can help call 101, ref 2277 of 10/10/26 More: orlo.uk/WQRpl
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Officers are appealing for information following a fatal crash on the A9 south of Cromarty Bridge. Around 8.05am on Friday, 9 October, 2026, we received a report of a crash at Coulnagower, involving four vehicles. Read more: orlo.uk/6Twfg
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Police Scotland Highland & Islands retweeted
Police Scotland
@PoliceScotlandOct 8
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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We are appealing for information following a fatal crash on the A831. Around 5.30pm on Wednesday, 7 October, 2026, we received a report of a collision involving a Volkswagen Polo and a Ford Ranger between Drumnadrochit and Cannich. Read more at: orlo.uk/ag1uW
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