UPDATE: Webb House Raid and Ongoing Investigation

This article reports on the April 29, 2026, police operation at Webb House in Crewe, where members of the Ahmadi Religion of Peace and Light (AROPL) live. It draws on interviews with residents and describes their accounts of the raid, its impact on families and the community’s efforts to build relationships in Crewe.

Cheshire Police said the operation was connected to an investigation into an allegation relating to events in 2023. The allegation has not been proven. Anyone under investigation is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.

Residents interviewed for the article described distressing experiences during the operation, including concerns about access to medication and care for children and vulnerable residents.

The article also examines the community’s account of its religious beliefs, public events and interactions with local institutions. It seeks to provide context about some residents’ lives and experiences. Residents describe Webb House as their home, where they raise families, pursue their work and faith, and take part in community life.

Read the full article here: UK: Crewe, a massive frightening raid of 500 policemen on 150 people, including 56 children