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| Alert! Suspicious Vehicle Report - NHW Member - 28th Dec 2006 | |
We've received an alert regarding a suspicious car in Kedleston Road at 13.40hrs (1.40pm)today. This may be totally innocent but your fellow member was concerned by the drivers behaviour. The car a Red, Renault, Saloon index number S445 ABX was seen cruising slowly around Kedleston Road and the driver seen to be staring at properties. When eye contact was made the car drove off. The drivers description is male, middle eastern appearance, short dark hair, wearing a black jumper. Please remain vigilant and call the police if you see this car in Park Farm again acting suspiciously. |
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| Warning - Charity Phone Calls - Chrissie Bridge 28th Dec 2006 | |
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I have been contacted by one of our members who have received a telephone call asking for a donation to a Charity. When the member politely refused, they received verbal from the caller. The member retrieved the callers number by using 1471 and even rung the person back stating they were going to contact the Police. The caller pleaded with them not to report it and promised not to do it again. However, the member received yet another call from the same number. British Telecom have been contacted and have placed a block on the members phone, so they will not be receiving any more calls. This is warning to other members, Charities do not request donations over the telephone. If you receive any similar calls, use 1471 to retrieve the callers number and contact your telephone subscriber in order to block any more calls from the number. |
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| Criminal Damage - Bus Stop - Opp entrance to Kedleston Road - 27th Dec 2006 | |
The new bus stop timetable opposite the entrance to Kedleston Road was vandalised during the evening of the 27th. Those involved removed the perspex cover and timetable and threw it over into the school field. We have descriptions of two white male youths seen damaging the bus stop around 16.00 to 16.30 hrs who it is believed could help with police enquiries. 1. 15 - 16 yrs, white, tracksuit bottoms, hooded white top with a black stripe on the sleeve and wearing a baseball cap. 2. 15 - 16 yrs, white, tracksuit bottoms, hooded top and wearing a baseball cap. If you can help with any information or can help identify the individuals involved please contact the police on 0845 456 456 4 or crimestoppers. |
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| School Burglaries - Chrissie Bridge | |
| As you may or may not be aware Old Fletton was the latest school to be hit. Over the past few months schools in the area have been burgled. The main items taken seem to be computers. Please keep your ears to the ground especially if you hear about someone trying to sell a computer which you are not to sure about. You never know it may be one from a burglary. PCSO Tina Griffin PC Duce |
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| Alert! Suspicious Vehicle - Park Farm - PFNHW member - 14th Dec 2006 | |
Dear Chris I have just posted a card at an address in Peckover Close. Walking from
Portchester Close I saw a He
was driving slowly down Framlingham Road, then went into the first road
on the left, then into Peckover Close, then further down Framlingham. I
posted my card and then he passed us going slowly up Framlingham Road.
We lost sight of him then, but as I was walking along Portchester
Close, he came out of Houghton Avenue, turned left towards the end of He seemed to be dressed like a normal business man but at this time of the evening (4.30pm) a lot of houses had lights on with curtains undrawn so he would be able to see inside very easily. He wasn't looking at a map or directions, so he didn't look lost. It just seemed suspicious so I thought I would let you know. I have been contacted by one of my members regarding a vehicle acting suspiciously in the Portchester Close/Framlingham Road/Peckover Close and Houghton Avenue area. At approx 1630hrs last night, a Ford Mondeo Verona colour silver index number S328KLM was seen driving slowly around these estates. The driver has been described as a white male in his thirties wearing glasses, white shirt and dark tie. He was clean shaven and had dark hair. It may be something or nothing, but worth keeping a watch out for. We have also been advised by our colleagues in the Central Division that they have had some rogue traders knocking on doors. White male, approx 5ft 10ins, early 20's wearing yellow fluorescent jacket has been calling at addresses trying to get people to "Sponsor a Dog". Although this male left quietly when occupants refused we believe this was likely to have been a fraudulent attempt to persuade the occupants to let him in, in order to explore the house. Apparently, this male had called earlier in the day to a different location and this time he was accompanied by a small lady (about 5ft 2in) carrying a clipboard. No IDs were offered. Again the message was "Please sponsor a Dog" adding that no cash was required right away but if bank details could be provided a regular monthly sum could be contributed. |
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| Update Burglaries - Framlingham Road - Chrissie Bridge - 14th Dec 2006 | |
| Firstly, please accept my apologies for the delay in alerting you to these two incidents in Framlingham Road, this has been due to the Neighbourhood Action Days which have taken place in Riseholme, Brudenell and Hinchcliffe, Orton Goldhay over the last two days - of which I have been involved.
There have been two incidents to report in Framlingham Road, both occurring on the 11th December. Then, at approx 2026hrs we received another call reporting a garage burglary. The suspects have caused criminal damage to the patio doors at the rear of the property. The damage was caused by ramming a large wooden stake from a 'For Sale' sign in between the centre part of the french doors. This has been done more than once as the plastic has been broken in more than one place. The stake has then been forced into the frame and the lock has been levered apart. No entry has been gained to the main house in anyway. A window frame has also been damaged. If you have any information regarding these or any other crimes, please contact the Police on 0845 456 4564. |
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| Alert! Update Daytime Burglaries - Framlingham Road - 12th Dec 2006 | |
We've received an information update regarding one of the burglaries and a description of cycles stolen. Those involved used a FOR SALE/TO LET board and post stolen from the rear fence of a property by the Horsey Toll Bridge. This sign was used in a very determined attempt to force entry into the rear patio doors and kitchen window of the property. Luckily the locks held true although the doors have been very badly damaged. The garage was entered and two mountain bikes stolen. One of the bikes is worth £1000 and is very rare and distinctive. Cycle Details Gents Mountain Bike - GT Cycles - Honda Limited Edition. White, Triangular Frame with Red Suspension Forks. The saddle is embossed with Honda Sport, Shimano Brakes and Gears. GT and Honda livery. Ladies Mountain Bike - Silver with White 'Obsession' livery. Cycle had child's seat attached with Yellow foot straps Please be vigilant and let the police know if you see these cycles or have any suspicions as to who committed this crime. |
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| Original Alert Posting
We've received reports of two attempted daytime house burglaries and a daytime garage burglary in Framlingham Road yesterday (11/12). It is believed a resident may have seen the culprits attempting to force their way into one property although we have no descriptions as yet other than they were children or youths. We'll update as and when we get more info. If anyone has any information at all no matter how small, please contact the police, crimestoppers or your street coordinator. Christmas is a time of plenty for this type of scum so please revisit your house and property security today. Ensure you use your burglar alarms and security lighting and get your property postcoded and recorded. Please consider investing to minimise the risk of heartache. Please call 07939 664788 or click here if you wish to take advantage of a free home security survey and the qualified advice of an ex policeman and electrical engineer on the installation of Intruder alarms, security lighting, smoke detectors and CCTV. Click here to see our Christmas property marking campaign. |
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| Cycle Theft - Aydon Road - 11th Dec 2006 | |
| Between 19.30 & 21.30 - Unknown offenders have removed insecure bicycle. | |
| Alert Update - Suspicious Vehicle Report - 6th Dec 2006 | |
Original Posting 5th December 2006
years of age. Please be vigilant and report back any further sitings. If you are suspicious of any activity please call the police immediately. Its the time of year where burglary and opportunist thieves strike so please recheck your security today. Know the vehicle or its occupants? Please contact the police, your street coordinator or call 07939 664788. |
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| Update - School Burglary - 5th Dec 2006 | |
We've received an update on the burglary. Police 'Scenes of Crime Officers' (SOCO) have recovered evidence from the scene and hopefully will be able to trace those responsible. Police are very keen to interview the two youths seen near the school at the time by one of our members. There appears to have been no forced entry. A lap top was stolen by the perpetrator/s so please be vigilant and let the police, crimestoppers or your street coordinator know if you here of anyone selling one that seems very cheap, has no box, instructions or software back up discs etc. More info as we get it will follow. Original Posting 2nd December 2006 Heritage Park Primary School was broken into between 02:00 and 02:30am on 2nd Dec 2006. Did you see or hear anything? 2 boys (15 to 16 yrs old) were seen around the area in Park Farm Crescent at the time of the break in. Do you know who these boys are? If you have any information please contact the police on 0845 456 456 4 |
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| Another Prize Letter Rip Off - 1st Dec 2006 | |
A letter has been received by one of our members congratulating on a prize draw win. You can view the letter contents below but you should note the following:
To view the letter contents as a PDF file please click here |
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| Burglary Alert - 28th Nov 2006 | |
| A warning regarding leaving your keys in or near your doors. Do not leave keys in the lock or on view. However, keep them in a safe place known to all the family in case of an emergency.
At approx 0400hrs on the 26th November, a house in Stagshaw Drive was entered and property stolen. There are no signs of forced entry however, the house and car keys are missing. It is believed the offenders have used a wire through the letterbox in order to get the keys, using these to gain entry to the house and the vehicle. |
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| Fly-tipping Update - Appeal for Information - 27th November 2006 | |
The dumped material was kindly removed by PCC today. The more of this type of work PCC do the more our council tax bills rise each year so we need to send out a straight forward message that flytipping is not tolerated on Park Farm. PCC still wish to pursue a conviction for this or any other incident involving fly tipping so please get in touch below if you have any information that can help. Park Farm NHW - we're doing it! Original Posting Detail - 26th November 2006 Sadly, some extremely selfish person/s without any regard for the environment, the ambience of the area or indeed their community have dumped a complete wall unit on common ground to the rear of Belsay Drive near the childrens play park.
The local residents are quite rightly very angry at this act of anti social behaviour considering the efforts, particularly of late, by the litter teams and we appeal to anyone who may have any information to contact the Environmental Enforcement Officer - Gavin Wade on 01733 747474 A fly-tipping report (PCC415) has been filed this morning to get the removal process started and Gavin will be investigating the offence. |
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| Blue Vauxhall Astra - Speeding and driving dangerously 25th Nov 2006 | |
Did you see a blue Vauxhall Astra being driven dangerously along Park Farm Way at approx. 16:00 today? It appeared to have a damaged front drivers side (possibly no headlight?) It was seen wheel spinning and racing along the road. It was last seen near Brodsworth Road. If you have any information please contact the Police on 0845 456 4564 |
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| Suspicious Males in Stanground - PCSO Stewart Smith - 25th November 2006 | |
I have received reports of two suspicious males who were seen knocking on doors of elderly people in Stanground recently. The reports describe the males as both white , one in their late 40's, stocky build, black coat, jeans, shirt and grey/black curly hair. The other early 20's smartly dressed, black coat, jeans, black shoes, dark hair and stocky build. They were using a GREY TRANSIT style van. It is possibly an old roofing van as the writing had been peeled off the side.
I would also ask that if you have elderly relatives that you make them aware of this, and please stress the importance of security, if you would like me to visit elderly relatives to offer them some reassurance or security advice then please contact me. If anyone has any information regarding this matter, or see's this vehicle in the area then please contact me using the police service centre on 0845 456 456 4. |
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| Distraction Burglary Alert - Chrissie Bridge - 25th November 2006 | |
| Our colleagues in Northants have alerted to us to a distraction burglary in Nassington yesterday afternoon, which we believe may be linked to others in this, and surrounding counties. Two men knocked at the door and asked to use the toilet, the elderly female resident let them in and once they had left she found a large quantity of money missing. A similar incident took place in Corby yesterday too.
Vehicle linked to the Corby incident was a white van with blacked out rear windows with a WP04 index. The two males are described as white, 30-35yrs, one approx 5ft 10 and the other approx 6ft. One of the males was wearing dark blue denim trousers and a white t-shirt. Please be extra vigilant and report anything suspicious to the Force Control Room on 0845 456 456 4. |
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| Alert! Foreign Lottery Scam - 22nd November 2006 | |
A letter has been received by one of our members from Spain congratulating on a huge lottery win. You can view the letter contents below but you should note the following:
The LOTERIA PRIMITIVA INTERNATIONAL scam claims that the recipient has won money in an international lottery. The letter is an attempt to trick victims into sending personal information and money to the criminals responsible. There is no "LOTERIA PRIMITIVA INTERNATIONAL" and no prize money. If you receive such a letter please let us know and send it to the police. To view the letter contents as a PDF file please click here |
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| Information on Satellite Navigation in vehicles - 20 Nov 2006 | |
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| Southern Sector - Increase in shed burglaries - Chrissie Bridge - 20th Nov 2006 | |
| We have noticed an increase in Shed Burglaries across the Southern Sector. Therefore, I thought it might be a good idea to remind everyone regarding the security of their sheds. Try to think like a burglar and see if you can work out how you would get into your own property, for example, if you lost your key. This will help you to identify weak points and which areas need attention. Without realising it, you probably have a lot of valuable property in your sheds and outbuildings and you don't pay as much attention to security as you should. Power tools, lawnmowers, cycles, golf clubs etc are all expensive to replace and attractive to thieves. Shed doors are notoriously easy to get into, so strengthen the door and frame if you can. Outside door hinges should be secured with coach bolts or similar. Use strong padbars and close shackle padlocks. Windows are obviously a weak point in sheds and outhouses, if you do have an opening you can buy window locks to make these more secure. Fitting wire mesh on the inside of the window will also make it more secure. Curtains could be used to deter prying eyes. Use an alarm - battery operated alarms may act as a deterrent. If you have a house alarm, you could have it upgraded to include your shed or garage. Check what you keep in the shed. Does your insurance cover the shed and garage and all the equipment you store? Is everything post-coded so that you could identify it if it was stolen? Do you have a note of serial numbers? Do you secure property within the shed so that even if someone did break in, they would not just be able to walk off with all your valuable items. NEVER leave cycles unlocked and always keep a record of the Make, Model, Serial number, colour, frame number, serial number and any special features. Is your cycle post-coded? If not, speak to your local PCSO. For further crime prevention advice or material contact the Community Safety Team at Bridge Street Station on 0845 456 4564. |
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| Alert! Car Seriously Damaged - Portchester Close - 19th November 2006 | |
During the early hours of the 19th November (Sunday) a members car was badly damaged in what appears to be an attempt to steal the vehicle. An attempt was made to force the door with what appears to be a crowbar and the door mirror was broken off. The attempt failed but the repair bill was in excess of £1000. The force required to cause such damage must have caused a lot of noise which someone must have heard. Did you see or hear anything? Let the police, crimestoppers or your street coordinator know in confidence without delay. Please can we urge you to revisit your home/vehicle security today and report any suspicious persons or cars. Please don't leave it for someone else to do it. |
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| NHW - Stanground - attempted burglary - 13th Nov 2006 | |
| Please be aware of an attempted Burglary in the Fen View area. At approx 1140-1150hrs yesterday (Sunday 12/11) the occupant was in the bedroom when they heard a noise coming from the living room, on investigation they found a smashed window and a large stone. The occupant left the room to call the Police and on their return saw a young white male standing outside the broken window and the stone missing. No property stolen. The youth is described as a white male, aged between 10-14 years, 4ft 10ins tall, slim to medium build and wearing either a black or brown hoody top and blue jeans. We have no witnesses or suspects for this incident. Were you in this area at that time, did you see anything suspicious/untoward ? If so, please report it to the Police. |
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| Dwelling Burglary Arrest - Chrissie Bridge - 13th Nov 2006 | |
| You will be pleased to hear that not one but two well known local burglars have been arrested. Initially the occupants of a house in Orton Malborne returned home yesterday afternoon/evening to find they had been broken into. However, a short time later whilst the occupants were upstairs the offenders had the audacity to return !! The occupants remained silent and contacted the Police to report a burglary in progress. Local Officers along with the Dog Handler and Traffic quickly arrived at the scene just in time to see one of the offenders leaving the scene on a pedal cycle. PC Bridge gave chase on foot giving a running commentary to his colleagues enabling the Traffic Officers to make an arrest. The second offender was then spotted by PCSO Scott so he too was duly arrested. One of the offenders had some property in his possession which is believed to be stolen goods albeit not from this burglary. This particular burglary may have been prevented as the neighbours admit to hearing a loud bang and breaking glass but did not report it. There was also another evening burglary the night before which had the same MO. This is an ideal opportunity to remind everyone that now the winter evenings are drawing in and we are all stocking up ready for Christmas - please remember to leave lights on timers and perhaps the TV or radio playing. With the curtains closed the house will then appear occupied. If you hear any unusual noises or witness anything suspicious/untoward, please ring the Police - it's better to be safe than sorry ! |
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| Appeal for Information - Ben Duce - 7th November 2006 | |
Once again I am asking for your help. There has been some criminal damage predominantly around Shamrock Close area. Plant pots have been tipped over, slabs along the tops of walls have been pushed off. A small minority of mindless people are making life a misery for some of the elderly folk around the area. I want to eradicate this behaviour and sooner rather than later. If you cast your minds back I had a great response from residents in the same area when there was a similar series of incidents involving criminal damage, walls and fences being damaged. I don't think that it is the same group, however I do have my suspicions. If you have any idea who the offenders are please call or e-mail me, or of course Tina or Stewart. I only need one name, from that I can normally get the rest. Also anti social behaviour around the area of Wright Avenue, Rayner Avenue, Allen Avenue and the green area opposite the BP garage on Whittlesey Road. This is in the main youths over the weekends acquiring alcohol and then making life a misery for the residents because they are drunk. I have my suspicions that they may be Stanground College students as some warnings were issued by residents and it has eased slightly. If you know who these nuisances are then call us and let us know. |
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ALERT! Suspicious Vehicles/Persons on Park Farm - 31st October 2006 |
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We've had reports of the following suspicious vehicle/persons seen in Park Farm this morning. 1. Purple, Ford Mondeo Estate reg no S665 DNW seen driving up and down Framlingham Road & Belton Road slowly while looking around at 11.20 this morning. Car had two occupants. Descriptions
If anyone has any more information regarding these persons or the vehicle please contact the police, crimestoppers or your street coordinator without delay. |
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| Distraction Burglaries - Cambridgeshire - 26th Oct 2006 | |
| There were two Distraction burglaries in Cambridgeshire yesterday evening and one in Northants, just over the border. Timings indicate use of the A47. The first one in Cambs area was shortly before 19:00 hours in Smithfield Road, Thorney ; the second one at Crowland Road, Eye shortly around 19:45 hours. Northants police reported that they had a distraction burglary also, at a time around 19:30 hours at Woodfield Road, Collyweston and their elderly victim had a quantity of cash stolen. The descriptions for all three bear similarities and build a picture: Anglian Water were contacted by our control room and stated that they had no knowledge of any of their staff / workers in the area doing work. Please be on the alert for males fitting this description and using this type of vehicle. |
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| Car Vandals arrested with help from Park Farm NHW member - 21st Oct 2006 | |
| Thanks to the vigilance of a Park Farm NHW member who gained video evidence, 3 males have been arrested for vandalising cars on the Park Farm estate. More information to follow. | |
| School Safety Message - PCSO Stuart Smith - 18th Oct 2006 | |
| When we talk of school safety, we do not just mean how safe our little ones are when through the school gates each morning. It includes the journey to and from school and also about dropping them off. I am getting increasing reports of concern from members of the public, about the manner in which, people are parking illegally on zebra or pelican crossings, on double yellow lines or sometimes double parking next to a vehicle already committing these offences, in order to drop off or pick up children from the school gates.
The double yellow lines are there for a reason, and parking or stopping on these could see you with a penalty notice for £60.00. Also we have all noticed the 'zig zag' lines leading up to and immediately after a pelican or zebra crossing. These are in place to stop anyone parking or waiting on the approach or exit from the crossing as it prevents people that are using the crossing from getting a full view of the traffic on the road. Now along with a £60.00 penalty notice, some people maybe surprised to learn, that you are also liable to 3 penalty points on your driving licence. It is a very serious matter and this type of illegal parking is putting children's lives in danger. There are also alarming reports of parents letting children out of vehicles directly into the road where traffic is flowing freely, or watching them crossing the road between parked cars. These are your children that are being put at risk, so I ask parents to please be aware of the dangers and to think when they are doing the daily school run. I will be out and about in the coming weeks checking further on these reports and if I do not see any improvement, tickets and penalty points will start to be issued for the offences. PCSO Stuart Smith |
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| Theft of Climbing Frame - Nursery | |
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| Make it Tough! Remove Your Stuff! - Vehicle Crime Advice, Chrissie Bridge. | |
| Last Thursday PCSO Sallie Lunness, PCSO Paul Spencer and myself took a walk around the car parks surrounding the Orton Centre. The aim of this was to identify vehicles with property on display which acts as an invite to thieves. This property includes CD's, cigarette cartons, loose change, bags, and coats to name but a few. These may seem inexpensive items to you but to a thief it is easy money. Also the "pop off" fascia stereos that still had the fascia on! In total we discovered 138 cars that were vulnerable. We noted the registration numbers and these will be forwarded to DVLA who will send a warning letter out to the owner. Vehicle crime in Peterborough as a whole has risen recently mainly in theft from as opposed to theft of. By hiding property you reduce the temptation which will make you a victim. Also many people with phones, sat nav and laptops just hide them in glove boxes, boots or underseat storage. Thieves can detect these devices via the technology called "bluetooth" which is basically wireless connectivity between two or more enabled devices that has a range of about ten metres. They can walk around a car park with a device searching for bluetooth equipment and when close enough it will detect and enable them to attack the vehicle and steal it. If you do leave such items in your car ensure the bluetooth is turned off and the item is powered down. Numerous owners had placed objects in the boot however, had then left the back seat down leaving the property on view. We also noticed several vehicles with the sunroofs left on tilt, this is the same entrance availability as an open window for a thief. Finally several vehicles had "steering lock" devices inside but unfortunately they had been left on the floor and not secured to the vehicle. Not a very good deterrent and a terrible waste of money I think you will all agree. This is not just occurring in and around Orton, so please take note of these suggestions. |
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| Crime Update - 17th October 2006 | |
| Dwelling Burglary 9th October - Belsay Drive - A window was smashed and entry gained. Unknown offenders have then stolen a set of keys. Theft of a Pedal Cycle Theft Between the 1-8th October - Ayres Drive - A petrol lawnmower has been stolen from an insecure rear garden. Between the 4-11th October - Stanground College - a Samsung D500 Mobile Phone has been stolen from the Common Room. Theft from a Motor Vehicle Whittlesey Road - On the same evening as above the offside front door lock has been punched on another vehicle and more electrical equipment stolen. Attempt Theft from Motor Vehicle In the early hours of the 11th October - Coneygree Road - unknown offenders have tried to force the front offside door lock, they have then pulled back the top of the front offside door - bending it. Entry has been gained, the steering cowling removed, steering column twisted and ignition damaged. Criminal Damage During the night of the 7-8th October - Coneygree Road - 3 coping stones were knocked off a garden wall. The coping stones were then thrown into a neighbours garden. This is the second time this has happened. Between the 8-12th October - Havelock Drive - unknown offenders have put a hole through the front window of a house. Overnight of the 13-14th October - South Street - the nearside wing mirror of a vehicle has been snapped off by unknown offenders. |
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| UPDATE - Together we can put a stop to this NOW! - 23rd October 2006 | |
Further update from Ben Duce via e-cops - 27th Oct 2006. |
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Great News! After receiving photographic evidence, information and descriptions from our members PC Duce has this evening (23rd) managed to detain 5 of the fruit & egg throwing offenders. Let’s hope that this silly behaviour is now at an end. Ben will update by ECOPS soon. Well done everyone. The descriptions, excellent use of technology and good police work has resulted in several youths being detained over the last couple of days for various offences. We'll let you know more as it happens. |
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PREVIOUS APPEAL Of late many residents have been experiencing anti social behaviour in the form of youngsters throwing fruit and eggs at their houses. Today, yet another report has come in from Kedleston Road. Members have also been affected in Portchester Close, Park Farm Way and Belsay Drive. We must work together and show that this behaviour is out of order and will not be tolerated. We need your help with information in the form of names, addresses and/or best of all, photographic or video evidence. Latest information from Kedleston is a group of youths running off into Brodsworth Road (10 -12 years of age). On Sunday the following descriptions were passed to us. One male youth (12 -15 yrs) wears a baseball cap. (We think we may know who this is now) and a female with long brown hair with a fringe riding a bicycle. Please be vigilant and report any information to PC Duce or your street coordinator or call 07939 664788. Together we will crack this annoying problem. |
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| Identification Appeal - PC Ben Duce - 14th October 2006 | |
I now have photographic evidence of the youths throwing eggs and apples at houses in Park Farm and will be taking steps to catch up with them in the very near future. If anyone can assist and point me in the direction of a male, about 12-15 years old, slim build, at the time he was caught on camera he was wearing a white tracksuit with dark coloured sleeves. |
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| Arrest Update - PC Ben Duce - 14th October 2006 | |
We have managed to arrest a male in relation to the recent series of burglaries in Stanground, once again information from the community has pointed us in the right direction with a positive result. I have managed to locate one of the motor bike owners that have been racing up and down the path next to the river over the past few weeks, once again, liaison between residents and myself have enabled me to locate and deal with the offender. There are still a few people who want to ride around the area illegally though. Thanks for all the help so far and of course for any that I may receive in the future. |
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| Cannabis 'CRACK DOWN' - 11 October 2006 | |
A CRACK DOWN on cannabis factories in the county has netted around £2.7 million worth of the drug. Operation Keymer, led by the Force's serious and organised crime unit, was part of a national crack down on those involved in cannabis factories, running between Monday September 25 and Friday October 6. During the two week campaign officers issued nine warrants at homes in the county, arresting 12 people and seizing over 4500 cannabis plants. "However this operation was never about cannabis alone. Those involved in masterminding its cultivation are serious and organised criminals, often involved in criminality such as people trafficking, kidnap and murder. "By disrupting their activities we hope to learn more about the other strands of crime involved in this network." This is not the force's first success with combating cannabis factories. Since July the serious and organised crime unit has led raids and closed down ten cannabis factories in the county - seven in Peterborough, two in Huntingdonshire and Fenland and one in Cambridge. DCI Fullwood added: "This is not the end of our work to target those involved in cannabis factories. During recent years we have seen the number of cannabis factories operating within the county rise dramatically and therefore our work will continue. "I am positive there are still cannabis factories operating within the county that we may not yet be aware of. "These factories are usually set up in residential areas and from the outside look like perfectly ordinary homes. I would therefore urge the public to continue to be vigilant to activities in their neighbourhood, such as: A lot of noise when someone moves into a property but afterwards no-one seems to be living there. There are strange smells. Paper or plastic is put outside the windows. There is excess heat. There is condensation. Anyone with information about cannabis factories should contact police on 0845 456 456 4 or Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111. |
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The majority of the cannabis seized by police is known as skunk, which is extremely strong and dangerous. On average the THC (tetrahydrocannabrid) content of skunk is 12%, whereas resin and herbal cannabis is around 3%. Regular cannabis use can lead to health problems, affecting both physical and mental health. Physical health issues include respiratory conditions due to smoking and increased risk of accidents both on and off the roads. Mental health problems can range from lack of concentration and fatigue through to the early onset of episodes of psychosis in those people who have a predisposition towards mental illness. The cultivation of cannabis in residential area also causes a significant risk to the public. Every year cannabis factories cause over 100 fires. Cannabis factories require a large supply of electricity. The meter is usually bypassed, creating a risk of fire and electrocution. |
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| Fundraising Scam for K.I.N.D. - 9th October 2006 | |
| Police were alerted on Friday when a member of public brought in two glossy posters and a printed sheet purporting to be from KIND (Kids in Need of
Dreams) - the accompanying posters state that the organisation is raising funds to take terminally ill children to Disney in Orlando to swim with dolphins - the accompanying letter asks that a local raffle/campaign be organised with a prize of a donated holiday for two including flights. Bank details are included in order that funds can be deposited to them!! You should also be aware that no charity registration number appears anywhere on this literature. However, checks with the real charity have shown that this promotion is nothing to do with them. They have asked that should any companies/individuals wish to help their charity fundraising, their website address is www.kind.org.uk and there are facilities to donate online. |
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| Information Update from PC Ben Duce - 6th October 2006 | |
Still having a few problems with mini motos and motor cycles in and around the area. I have my suspicions as to who they are and will be making enquiries in the near future. Up to now we have had some excellent results with regards to evidence in the form of photos and with that evidence some good results. One in particular being a male photographed by a Park Farm NHW Scheme member, summoned to court, received a £180.00 fine and disqualified from driving. Without your help it is very difficult for us to arrest and subsequently the courts convict. This single incident proves that as a community and working with us we can achieve some excellent results. As I said in my first e-cops news letter, you assist me in getting evidence and I will do the rest. Kids have been causing problems around Park Farm throwing eggs and fruit. We do have good photographic evidence of two youths throwing eggs again taken by a Park Farm NHW Scheme member. One of them was wearing a white tracksuit with dark sleeves. If anybody knows who he is please either e-mail me or call the usual number. Better still if you know it is you that I am talking about then call me and we can get this issue resolved in a civilised manner. Any other issues that you would like to discuss with either myself or PCSO Tina Griffin please call or e-mail. We are here to help. Please be aware that sometimes we will not reply if it is simply information you want to pass inwards for our attention. Even if you don't hear from us directly then please be assured that everything you send us will be actioned or reviewed. If the matter is more urgent or of a general nature then I would urge you to ring 0845 456 4564 and you will then be able to get quicker attention. If an event is in progress or very urgent call 999. If you need to report a crime then please call 0845 456 4564. I would urge residents to report all crimes however trivial so we get a good idea of where the problems are. |
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| Stanground Crime update from Chrissie Bridge - 4th October 2006 | |
Theft of a Pedal Cycle Dwelling Burglary |
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| Criminal Damage - Nursery - Park Farm Crescent 24th September 2006 | |
The owner of the nursery has advised us in confidence that another window, this time in the entrance door facing the school, was broken overnight. This time with a rock. If you saw or heard anything please contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or the Police on 0845 456 456 4 or let your Street Coordinator know in confidence. |
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| Park Farm Way - Residents intervene in Dog Attack - Saturday 23rd Sept. | |
Residents today found themselves having to intervene in a dog attack. A brown and white Staffordshire Bull Terrier was loose and attacked an Alsatian dog on a lead. Residents managed to drag the Staffie off and restrain it until help arrived from the council dog warden. The dog has been taken away by the dog warden. The Alsatian has managed to get away with a puncture wound and a cut throat, he is on the mend and just feeling a little sorry for himself. Do you know anybody who has a missing Staffie? (Brindle Brown, Grey and White - approx. 2 years old) |
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ALERT! Suspicious Activity - Belton Road - 21st, 22nd & 23rd September 2006 |
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IN THE LAST TWO WEEKS THERE HAVE BEEN SEVERAL DWELLING BURGLARIES. VIKING COURT Ensure you lock your windows, doors and sheds/garages up. These are opportune attempts with a lot of success. If you need any advice on home security then please call PCSO Tina Griffin on 07736 086899 and she will be happy to visit you. |
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A night of trouble on Park Farm - 16/17 September 2006 |
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Sadly on Saturday night and into the early hours of Sunday morning Park Farm was targeted by a group of yobs intent on disturbing the peace, theft, criminal damage and vandalism. Witnesses described the initial group to be up to 20 in number descending into the area from the Whittlesey Road direction. Two cars were also reported to have stopped in Park Farm Crescent with the group. One believed to be a Dark Blue or Black Mercedes 'A' Class. Reported incidents were as follows:
We appeal to anyone who may have any information, no matter how small, to please contact the police on 0845 456 4564 or crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or any street coordinator in confidence and quote the police incident number shown above. Only working together will we beat this and bring those guilty of such appalling behaviour before the courts. Several pictures were taken of those damaging the substation roof and these have been sent to PC Duce. Hopefully this will also identify some of the culprits. |
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Criminal Damage - Nursery - Park Farm Crescent |
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The owner of the nursery has advised us in confidence that a 3rd window facing the school was broken overnight 8th - 9th September (Friday Night, Saturday Morning) this time with a piece of wood. If you saw or heard anything please contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or the Police on 0845 456 456 4 or let your Street Coordinator know in confidence. |
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| Theft of Tax Disc - Houghton Avenue - 8th September 2006 | |
| Between 11.00 and 19.30 hrs unknown offender(s) have entered the drive way and removed the tax disc from the windscreen. |
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| Information Appeal - Motorised Skateboard - Park Farm Area | |
PCSO Tina Griffin - 7th September 2006 Is he local or passing through, is he causing alarm and distress to residents? Any information as to who the youth is or even where he lives can be reported on the Police Incident phone number 0845 456 456 4 or a message can be left for me on 07736086899. All information given will be totally confidential. |
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| Dog Attack - Park Farm - 2nd September 2006 | |
| A dog has been attacked by another pitbull type dog in Park Farm. The offending dog being dark brown and white. Any information no matter how small would be appreciated. Contact the Police here. |
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ALERT! Suspicious Activity - Kedleston Road - 31st August & 1st September 2006 |
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| The following descriptions have been provided to us by the NHW member who witnessed the previously reported activity of two males trying car and garage doors in Kedleston Road during the early hours of 31st August & 1st September.
This information has also been passed on to the police. If you hear or see anything suspicious please do not hesitate. Call 999 immediately. Under no circumstances are our street patrols conducted in plain clothing. We always wear the police approved hi visibility vests which carry a large NHW logo on the back and a small NHW logo over the left breast. If you are in any doubt call the police on 999. If you know who these men are please contact us in confidence or call the Police or Crimestoppers. More info as and when we receive it will follow. |
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Criminal Damage & Attempted Burglary - Nursery - Park Farm Crescent |
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| The owner of the nursery has advised us in confidence that another window was smashed and an attempt made to access the building. Scenes of crimes officers visited the scene in order to secure evidence. | |
| If you saw or heard anything please contact Crimestoppers or the Police on 0845 456 456 4 or let your Street Coordinator know in confidence. | |
| Criminal Damage - Nursery - Park Farm Crescent - 24th August 2006 | |
The owner of the nursery has advised us in confidence that a window facing the school was broken overnight 24th - 25th August. If you saw anything please contact Crimestoppers or the Police on 0845 456 456 4 or let your Street Coordinator know in confidence. |
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The Parade & Community Centre Play Area - Anti Social Behaviour |
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We appear to be getting a few problems on The Parade. I don't think that it is the same group from last year.
Please forward any info to me and I will endeavour to nip it in the bud before it gets out of hand again. Thank you in anticipation for all your assistance. Pc 1618 Ben Duce |
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| Theft of Wheelie Bin - 21st August 2006 | |
| Green Wheelie Bin Stolen in Aydon Road between - 22.00 21/8 & 10.00 22/8. | |
| Beeston Drive - 16th August at 23.30 hrs | |
Did you see a dark coloured van. possibly a Vauxhall Astra with part index LC51 Containing 4 males in the Beeston Drive area? |
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| Theft of Cycle - Portchester Close - 12th August 2006 | |
| Gents Blue/Grey - Scott Sub30 Hybrid Style Cycle between 23.58 12/8 & 02.00 13/8. | |
| Vehicle Damage - Church Street - Stanground | |
There appears to be a pattern happening with vehicle damage to cars parked in Church Street, Stanground. When the Polish Club has an overspill from its car park their members are parking in Church Street and the local residents are having to park their cars out of their usual spot outside their homes and across the road near to the bus like shelter. When this happens vehicles are having acid or paint stripper poured over their cars overnight. This is causing hundreds of pounds worth of damage. We as of yet have limited intelligence as to who could be doing this so I
ask you to keep an eye out when in the area for anyone acting suspiciously
in the area when cars are parked near to this location (bus type shelter.) |
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| Where are your teenagers? | |
Last night I attended an incident with a Orton officer to a report of a
group of youths being rowdy and drinking alcohol under the Black Bridge
near Riversidemead, Stanground. Thanks to my colleague putting this They were celebrating the end of school as many of them were off to college and also a birthday of one of the youths. They were drinking under a bridge by a fast flowing stretch of river with no lighting! The alcohol was confiscated and disposed of and they were given words of advice regarding their behaviour, the dangers of being drunk especially next to a river and also the damage that drinking so much alcohol can do to the body. Letters will be sent to their parents detailing the incident to make them aware. Although these youths thought they were doing the right thing by drinking out of the way and they were friendly and courteous to us at all times the dangers are all to apparent let alone the law breaking involved. It is illegal for anyone under eighteen to drink alcohol in a public place and its also against the law for an adult to buy alcohol with the intent to supply it to under age drinkers plus its just irresponsible. If you have kids around this age group please advise them of the laws and dangers and also that if they misbehave too much they could find themselves with a room and breakfast for the night at a police station and an expensive day in court for drunk and disorderly! Everyone likes to have fun and enjoy themselves but we all want them to stay safe and prosper in life. |
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| Effective Patrols call in Police (Friday Night) 28th July 2006 | |
Late Friday night saw the street patrols call in the help of the police. A group of youths had congregated around the school and park entrance. While initially they were OK alcohol soon fuelled noise and the smashing of bottles. 3 Police vehicles attended within 5 minutes and those concerned had their details taken and were moved on. The patrols cleared the litter and glass left behind so as the park would be safe for the next day. |
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| Car Aerial Theft - 28th July 2006 | |
| Aerial unscrewed and stolen in Brodsworth Road between - 18.30 28/7 & 07.00 29/7. | |
| Cycle Theft - 27th July 2006 | |
| Framlingham Road between - 09.30 & 10.30. | |
| General Incident News Alert (Stanground) 28th July 2006 | |
| We have had a report from a co-ordinator in Stanground that a Gold G reg Jaguar has been driving up and down the road looking into houses. Please let us know if you see the vehicle and it would be very helpful to have the remainder of the index. |
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| General Incident News Alert (Peterborough) 12th July 2006 | |
| I wanted to update you on a distraction burglary that has only just come to my attention and took place in the Hereward Road area last Thursday afternoon. The offender gained entry to a residence by stating that she was from Social Services and was there to undertake a welfare check. It was only some time later when the elderly resident went upstairs that she found jewellery and money missing from a bedroom. The offender is described as white and aged approximately 50yrs, around 5ft tall with short, brown hair which was slightly curly, fair complexion and wearing blue jeans, blue and pink patterned top with short sleeves. If you know of anyone who has had a similar experience recently then please give us a call. Please do update any elderly neighbours with this information and ask them to be vigilant. |
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| Park Farm Incident - (Brodsworth Rd) Friday 9th July 2006 | |
| Brodsworth Road 9th July - Vehicle scratched down the side and on the bonnet by offender. | |
| General Incident News Alert - 6th July 2006 | |
We have received notification from our colleagues in Lincs Constabulary that three distraction burglaries have occurred in the south of the county, The last one was at Gedney at 1425hrs yesterday. The indications are that the offenders are moving south into Cambs. Descriptions are sketchy, the offenders are believed to be using a red car, their descriptions are as follows: - Male 1 - Short, wearing white shirt, grey trousers age 22 yrs, with short dark hair. Male 2 - Taller than Male 1, dark hair, wearing, white shirt, grey trousers |
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| Park Farm Incident News (Kedleston Road) - 27th to 30th May 2006 | |
| Right nearside quarter window smashed to red Ford Fiesta - Index G - tax disc stolen. | |
| URGENT Park Farm Incident News - Tuesday May 30th 2006 03:30am | |
| Three people were seen trying to gain access to a car, front door and a garage in the early hours in Kedleston Road. Please be vigilant and ensure your cars are secure and all valuables locked away. | |
| Park Farm Incidents - 5th & 6th May 2006 | |
Friday 5th May 2006
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| Saturday 6th May 2006
A group of approx. 15 teenagers all aged 15 to 16 were removed from the school grounds by the local police at approx. midnight. They were causing some anti-social behaviour. |
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| 23 March 2006 – NEWS | |
| Reported burglaries and car theft 220306 | |
Please be vigilant and ensure that you check your doors and windows are shut, locked and chained and that your house alarm is on even when you are in the house at night. |
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| Summary of crimes for the past week: | |
Criminal Damage Theft from a Motor Vehicle Theft of a Motor Vehicle Burglary Burglary Burglary Garage Burglary |
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| 4 April 4 2006 - NEWS | |
Burglary We believe this to now be linked to a series of letter box burglaries and would ask everyone in the area to be vigilant, remove and store keys securely (see sidebar feature). Good Arrest |
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| URGENT ATTENTION REQUIRED | |
Your urgent attention is required with regards to a car seen cruising Park Farm. The vehicle a Dark Blue or Black Rover 400 (Old Shape) Index L426 TWK was seen in Kedleston Road yesterday evening cruising slowly without lights. The two occupants stopped outside two separate addresses with high value cars and appeared to be checking them out. Please be vigilant and report any sightings directly to the police on 999 if the car and occupants are still about for an immediate response. This vehicle and its occupant’s behaviour are highly suspicious and these could well be the culprits behind the recent cases of vehicle theft and letterbox burglaries. |
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| Some Good News | |
Acting on anonymous information PC Ben Duce arrested two persons for spray paint graffiti in the Park Farm area. The two males acted alone and at separate times, one being 17yrs old with the tag of 'BRONZE' the other being 18yrs with the tag of 'NAKER'. Both have been interviewed and admitted the offences. Both charged with Criminal Damage. |
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| Street Patrol - Citizens' Arrest | |
Friday evening – 7 April 2006 – 3 members of our NHW street patrol made a citizens arrest on a 13/14 year old youth trying to break into the nursery around midnight. He was throwing tyres at the windows and doors in the back garden. |
Please be on your guard when answering the door and if you have a security door chain, please use it each time that you open the door and always ask for identification even if the person looks official. If they are genuine callers they will have no hesitation in handing you their identification.