Police Scotland
Safer communities, less crime, supported victims
and a thriving workforce
Police Scotland
Safer communities, less crime, supported victims and a thriving workforce
What is Neighbourhood Alert?
Stay connected and informed with Neighbourhood Alert – a free community messaging service used by Police Scotland.
Police Scotland is responsible for policing across the whole of Scotland with a unique range of urban, rural, island and remote communities.
Police Scotland is working in partnership with Neighbourhood Watch to deliver Neighbourhood Alerts across the country.
Neighbourhood Alert is a free messaging system that helps us keep you informed about policing matters in your area. Once you have registered for Neighbourhood Alert you will begin to receive alerts relevant to your geographical location, directly from your local community police officers.
How do I sign up to receive Alert messages?
To register please complete the sign-up form and follow the steps prompted.
How much does it cost?
The system is completely free to all users.
Your community team
Every area of Scotland has a community policing team. You can talk to them about:
- issues affecting your neighbourhood
- non-emergencies
- local patrols
- crime prevention advice
- how we work with other local services
- support you can get after an incident
Find your local community policing team on the Police Scotland website.
Your Police survey
We recognise the importance of understanding the views and priorities of Scotland's diverse communities.
This survey is a way for us to listen to the needs of our diverse communities. Let us know what we’re getting right and what we can do better. Complete the Your Police survey here.
Please contact us if you require the survey in an alternative format: InsightEngagement@scotland.pnn.police.uk
Find out more about Police Scotland’s vision
Our 2030 vision for policing is of an organisation focused on safer communities, less crime, supported victims, and a thriving workforce. Visit the Police Scotland website to read about the 2030 Vision.
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Police Scotland works in partnership with Neighbourhood Watch Scotland to bring you Alerts. You can find out more about Neighbourhood Watch Scotland here.
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View the latest alerts from Police Scotland
Theft of Motor Vehicles – Kinross & Milnathort
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Scam Van – Kinross-shire
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CPT Roundup video
Dear {FIRST_NAME}, This week, the South East Command Area is pleased to share a special roundup video highlighting some of...
Rural Watch Update – 31/07/2026
Good afternoon everyone! Happy Friday 😊 My apologies for the delay in sending out my email. I had a fabulous weekend...
Protect Your Pension
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Appeal for witnesses – Bridge of Earn vandalism
Police are carrying out enquiries in relation to a vandalism which occurred to flowers belonging to “Brig in Bloom” on the...
Research Before You Invest
Police Scotland is urging members of the public to exercise caution following a rise in sophisticated investment...
Thefts from Insecure Motor Vehicles
Police Scotland is reminding motorists across the North East to take a few simple steps to protect their vehicles and personal...
Community Police – Information Update
Weekend Community Policing Update – Dunfermline Good afternoon, Officers carried out a number of proactive...
Community Police – Information Update
There has been a spate of opportunist thefts around the A82 / Fort Augustus/ Inverness area over the past few...
Rise in EV Charging Cable Theft
Rising global metal prices make electric vehicle (EV) charging cables a target for thieves seeking high-value...
Police Urge Caravan Owners to Review Security Following Recent Thefts
Police Scotland is reminding caravan owners to review and improve their security following a recent series of thefts and...
Your Community – Police Scotland Activity
Dear {FIRST_NAME}, On Saturday 18th July 2026 PC's Matt McCammon and Darren Gibson accompanied by Special Constable Shona...
Your Community – Police Scotland Activity
Dear {FIRST_NAME}, On Monday 13th July 2026 your community officers were alerted to a vehicle having collided with masonry...
Rural Watch Update – 17/07/2026
Good morning everyone! Happy Friday! Did anyone else feel like this week just flew by? I cannot believe we are...
Bike Marking / Crime Prevention Event
Hi Everyone, We are holding bike marking and general crime prevention stall at Lochrin Basin (the end of the canal...
Vehicle Crime – Vandalisms
Good afternoon {FIRST_NAME} Over recent weeks, there has been a number of vehicles vandalised across the city, including...
Theft of bicycles – Macduff
Officers in Banff are appealing for information following a theft of 2 pedal bikes from a property near High Shore in...
Bike Marking at Inverleith Park : Sun 12 Jul 14:00
Dear {FIRST_NAME},Your local Community team will be working in partnership with BikeRegister and will be at Inverleith Park on...
Rural Watch – Friday update 10/07/2026
Afternoon all, Happy Friday! Gosh it’s been a hot week! I hope you’re all enjoying the sunshine and...
Your Community – Police Scotland Activity
Dear {FIRST_NAME}, In response to complaints about speeding in the area, your Community Policing Team based at Balfron...
RCTF – Smaller retailer webinar
Police Scotland Retail crime taskforce will be hosting a webinar for Smaller and independent retailers on Wednesday 19th...
Motorbike Theft near Alford
Police Scotland is appealing for information following the theft of three off-road Enduro bikes from a rural property near...
Retail crime taskforce Retailer bulletin – Summer 2026
Please find attached a copy of the Summer 2026 edition of the Retail crime taskforce Retailer bulletin