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Hackers target Welsh police force with fears that people's data may be compromised

Walesonline • September 25, 2026

A Welsh police force has said that some of its data may have been "compromised" in a cyber attack. Dyfed-Powys Police confirmed it has been the target of a "cyber incident" which caused disruption to some of its non-emergency systems.

The force said the incident was identified on Monday, September 14, and that an investigation is still ongoing. The Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) has been notified of the incident.

Despite the disruption, the force says it remains fully operational and that its response to emergency incidents has not been affected. Telephone services, including 999 and 101, have also continued to operate since the attack.

The force said its online and email services were unavailable for a period following the incident, but have now been restored.

No evidence has been found to suggest that members of the public's personal data has been accessed or compromised as a result of the incident.

However, officers are continuing to investigate whether any information relating to the organsation's staff may have been accessed or "compromised". The forrce is taking all appropriate steps to protect that information, and will provide appropriate advice to colleagues if required.

An investigation into the attack is continuing and is being managed by Tarian through their regional cyber-crime unit, with force systems being monitored closely.

A spokesperson from Dyfed-Powys Police said: "We understand the potential concern this may cause and want to reassure the public that we have and will continue to take all necessary steps to protect our information and maintain the security of our systems.

"We will provide further updates when we are in a position to do so. Thank you for your patience and understanding."

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Dyfed-Powys Police Cyber Attack Potentially Compromises Staff Data Dyfed-Powys Police in Wales confirmed a cyber attack on September 14, 2026, that disrupted some non-emergency systems. The force reported that there is no evidence of public data being accessed, but investigations are ongoing to determine if staff information may have been compromised. Cybersecurity specialists are assisting in the investigation, and precautionary measures have been implemented. The Information Commissioner's Office has been notified of the incident. The police force remains operational, with emergency services unaffected. The exact method of the attack and the number of individuals potentially impacted have not been disclosed. The force has committed to providing updates as the situation evolves. 30 sources 40

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