The Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner for Warwickshire launched a new volunteer project called Paws on Patrol in March 2026. This scheme encourages dog owners in Royal Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, to look out for their community while taking their pets for daily walks.
The goal is for residents to act as extra eyes and ears to help improve safety in local neighbourhoods. People taking part are asked to report anti-social behaviour or other concerns they see to the police or the local council.
An official alert about the scheme was shared on the Warwickshire Connected portal on 12 March 2026. The Leamington North Safer Neighbourhood Team will help manage the project as part of their work to tackle local crime.
Similar initiatives have been used by other forces like the Gloucestershire Constabulary to encourage residents to stay vigilant. The programme focuses on gathering information from the community rather than asking volunteers to step into dangerous situations.
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