Roads in Greenock which were closed due to a gas leak have reopened. The incident was reported around 2.30pm on Monday, 2 September, and affected Newark Street, Madeira Street and Bentinck Street. Residents of properties evacuated as a precaution were able to return around 6pm.

Police have received numerous reports of items being stolen from vehicles in the Inverclyde South area. Securing your vehicle at night is a vital way of preventing this type of crime. Stay vigilant and report any suspicious activity via 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

In the fight against fraud, the best defence is always to stop & think 🧠 Taking a moment before responding could help keep you and your money safe. Share this reminder with your friends and family to help them stay safe from fraud! Take Five #TakeFive #StopChallengeProtect

Inverclyde Police and their partners in Inverclyde Council, have seized further off road bikes being used in anti-social ways within the local area. Identification is key. These bikes will be confiscated. Phone 101 or anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.

In just 3-5 minutes, the UK Government’s free Cyber Action Plan from the NCSC UK helps you understand how to boost your cyber defences. Get tailored steps to protect your business against cyber threats with a Cyber Action Plan.️ orlo.uk/d66AD

Consider this your daily reminder: In the fight against fraud, the best defence is always to stop and think before parting with your money or personal information 🧠 Share this with a friend - it could help keep them safe too. Take Five #TakeFive #StopChallengeProtect

Enquiries are ongoing following a collision involving a boy and a car in King Street, Paisley, which occurred on Tuesday, 3 September, 2024. Read more: orlo.uk/fdfZU

Margaret lost her son to suicide in 2017. 🎗️ She's determined that something positive will come from Zac's death. This is the first of a series of stories that we're publishing to mark this week's Suicide Prevention Day (tomorrow, 10 September).

The National Speeding campaign is running from Monday the 9th to Sunday 15th September. Exceeding the speed limit or driving too fast for the conditions were contributing factors in 36% of all fatal collisions in 2023. Drive to the speed limit. Don't risk it. #IsItWorthIt

💰Pension fraudsters use free pension reviews to gain access to your pension savings. If you get a call out of the blue about your pension, the safest thing to do is hang up. ⚠It’s illegal and probably a scam. 🔗 Learn more 👉actionfraud.police.uk/news/protectyo… #ProtectYourPension

A male has been arrested for numerous Road Traffic Offences and subsequently had a Quad Bike seized from him, following reports of Off Road Bikes being used illegally in the Tasker St area of Greenock. Phone Police on 101 or anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.

If you are having thoughts of suicide, reach out for help, speak to someone you trust or call one of these helplines: Samaritans - 116 123 Breathing Space - 0800 83 85 87 NHS 24 mental health hub - 111 #WorldSuicidePreventionDay #ChangeTheNarrative #UnitedToPreventSuicide

💰Releasing funds early and time-pressure offers are some of the telltale signs of pension fraud. Be on the lookout for these warning signs. ❌A guaranteed better return on your savings. ❌Pressure to invest. ❌Downplayed risk of losing your money. #ProtectYourPension

A 40 year-old man and 39 year-old woman have been arrested and charged with being involved in brothel keeping in Greenock. This follows an extensive enquiry into brothel keeping, human trafficking and serious and organised crime offences. More: orlo.uk/ASZgm

Officers from Renfrewshire's ‘Local Problem Solving Team’ have been providing increased patrols around Fountain Gardens, Paisley after reports of Anti-Social Behaviour. You can report issues by calling 101 or 999 in an emergency. #YouSaidWeDid #CommunityPolicing #LPSTPaisley

⚠️ We’ve received over 1,800 reports about FAKE emails claiming that your iCloud storage is about to run out. The emails are designed to lure people to genuine-looking websites that steal your Apple ID login details, as well as other personal and financial information. ✅

The Preventions & Interventions Team will be supporting Good Egg Safety CIC this Sunday 15th September, as they carry out FREE children's car seat checks. 🚗 👶 Visit Tesco car park at Bridge Street, Linwood between 10am and 3pm. We look forward to seeing you there. 😊

Criminal gangs are setting up cannabis farms in your area. More info from Crimestoppers Scotland If you have info about any property being used as a grow house in your area report it to Police Scotland on 101, alternatively speak to Crimestoppers Scotland anonymously on 0800 555 111.