u/bracknelltown

Statement:

Bracknell Neighbourhood Police have received and investigated reports relating to young persons using slingshots to harm wildlife within the Bracknell area. This is unacceptable and will not be tolerated.

While not specifically banned items, slingshots can be classed as an offensive weapon if:

• They are carried in a public place without good reason or lawful authority
• There is intent to cause injury or damage

Being found in possession of a slingshot in these circumstances may result in:

• Arrest
• Seizure and destruction of the item
• Prosecution through the courts
• Wildlife crime – zero tolerance

It is illegal to harm, injure, or kill wild animals without lawful authority. Many birds and animals are protected by law. Using a slingshot against wildlife is:

• Cruel
• Illegal
• Completely unacceptable
• Parents & guardians – Do not buy or allow your child to possess a slingshot. THEY ARE NOT TOYS.
• Report it

If you have concerns about someone carrying or using a slingshot irresponsibly, or any harm to wildlife, please report it online, call 101, or 999 in an emergency. You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

We will take firm action against anyone carrying offensive weapons or harming wildlife.

https://www.facebook.com/TVPBracknellandWokingham/posts/slingshots-and-the-lawbracknell-neighbourhood-police-have-received-and-investiga/1321251743515791/

A teen girl was sexually assaulted over clothing in the underpass by Pizza GoGo on Bracknell High Street at 6pm Wednesday

The offender is described as an Asian man, 5ft 8ins tall, in his 30s, with dark hair & a short dark beard

Crime reference number 43260224473

https://x.com/TVP_BerksEast/status/2052776855032287397

Thames Valley Police can now confirm the identity of the victim in the ongoing murder investigation in Bracknell.

On Sunday (26/4), around 11.40am, officers were called to the Market Street area of Bracknell to reports of a deceased man.

The victim has been formally identified as Abdul Wali Mamozai, aged 33, from Bracknell.

Mr Mamozai’s next of kin are being supported by specially trained family liaison officers and our thoughts remain with them at this extremely difficult time.

Yesterday (29/4), four men aged 35, 27 and two aged 33, from Bracknell, were released on police bail pending further enquiries.

The scene watch has now been lifted in Market Street and we would like to thank the public for their patience and understanding while this was in place.

Head of the force's Major Crime Unit, Detective Superintendent Kevin Brown said: “Our thoughts are with Abdul Wali Mamozai’s family.

“We are continuing to investigate the circumstances around Mr Mamozai’s death to fully understand the events that have led to this sad loss of life.

“I would like to ask anyone who may have information that could help our investigation to please come forward and speak to us.

“I would also request that people do not to speculate about details of this case or circulate inaccurate information on social media during this live investigation.”

If you have any information around the incident to please contact 101 quoting reference 43260203481.

Alternatively, you can provide information to us anonymously via independent charity Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111 or via its website.

https://www.thamesvalley.police.uk/news/thames-valley/news/2026/april/27-04-26/murder-investigation-update--bracknell/

Thames Valley Police’s Major Crime Unit has launched a murder investigation following a death in Bracknell.

Yesterday (26/4), around 11.40am, officers were called to the Market Street area of Bracknell to reports of a deceased man in his thirties.

His next of kin have been informed, however formal identification and post-mortem processes are yet to have been conducted.

A scene watch is in place at Gowring House service yard in Bracknell town centre and is expected to remain for some time.

Three men aged 35, 27 and 33 all from Bracknell, have been arrested on suspicion of murder and assault by beating. They remain in police custody.

Detective Superintendent Kevin Brown, Head of the Major Crime Unit said: “Our thoughts remain with the man’s next of kin following his death.

“We are in the early stages of a complex investigation, and we are following several lines of enquiry to establish the full circumstances around the murder.

“Members of the public are likely to see an increased police presence in the area while we investigate, and we would advise anyone with any concerns to please speak to one of our uniformed officers.”

“I would ask that at this time people refrain from speculation on social media or other mediums whilst we investigate to find the truth behind this incident and loss of life. I would also ask that if anyone has information regarding the circumstances of this offence to make contact with us as soon as possible”.

We would ask anyone with information around the incident to please contact 101 quoting reference 43260203481.

https://www.thamesvalley.police.uk/news/thames-valley/news/2026/april/20-04-26/murder-investigation-launched--bracknell/