Dyfed-Powys Police investigates cyber incident

Dyfed-Powys Police says a cyber incident identified on September 14 disrupted some non-emergency systems, while emergency responses were not affected and online and email contacts have since been restored. The force has found no evidence so far that members of the public had personal data accessed, but it is still investigating whether staff information was accessed or compromised. The force said it remains operational and that emergency services, including 999 and 101 telephone lines, continued to work during the incident. It said it took precautionary measures to protect its systems and is receiving support from cybersecurity specialists. The precise cause of the incident and the systems or information involved have not been reported. Dyfed-Powys Police said Tarian, through its regional cybercrime unit, is managing the investigation. The force is monitoring its systems as inquiries continue. It has not said whether staff information was accessed, what information may have been involved or when the investigation might conclude. The force said it would provide colleagues with appropriate advice if required.