Safter Neighbourhood Tasking Meeting - 10 June
A Safer Neighbourhood Tasking meeting is being held at Otley College Charity Lane Otley IP6 9EY at 7pm on Thursday 10th June 2010. All members of the public are invited to attend to discuss local issues and set neighbourhood priorities with Police and Partners. Meet your SNT officers and find out whats happening in your area.
We look forward to seeing you there.
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Distraction Burglary Attempt - Wickham Market
Three men attempted to gain entry to a home in Wickham Market around 7.15pm yesterday, Thursday 3 June. The three walked up the path to the home of an older woman in Wickham Market High Street with one knocking at the door of the property and claiming that he need to come in to turn the water off after a problem with a neighbours washing machine.
The woman thought this was suspicious and refused them entry. The three then ran away.
The three are described as white, in their mid teens to 20s, one wearing a cream jacket, one in a dark jacket and one wearing a light coloured baseball cap and shorts.
Anyone who saw three males matching this description in the area around this time, or anyone with information about who they are, should call DC 1080 Simmons on 01473 613500
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Attempted Theft of Motor Vehicle - Woodbridge
Between 4pm Wednesday 26th May and 8am Thursday 27th May entry was gained to a blue Mazda car parked in Angel Lane and damage caused to the ignition barrel.
Were you in the area over the times given, did you see any suspicious activity around vehicles? Calls relating to this incident should be made to Woodbridge police on 01473 613500 reference WO/10/1080
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Rogue Trader - Claydon - EFIT released
Suffolk Police have issued an EFIT likeness of a man they want to speak to after a rogue trader took money from an elderly man in Claydon earlier this month.
A male called at the mans home in Edinburgh Gardens between 5pm and 5.30pm on Wednesday 12th May, claiming to be a builder. Believing the male was a genuine caller the elderly man let him in.
The male asked for cash up front for carrying out work, which the elderly man gave him. The male told the elderly man he would return to carry out the work at the weekend but did not come back, and was not linked to the firm the elderly man believed he was working for.
The male is described as white, 5 foot 11 inches tall, in his late 30s, of muscular build with short dark hair and was wearing jeans and a jacket, he spoke with a local accent.
Detective Sergeant Darren Bruce says, This is a despicable crime, deliberately singling out an elderly and vulnerable gentleman who was trusting enough to take this man at his word. This gentleman moved to Suffolk from a busy city for a quiet retirement and Im disgusted that he has been targeted in this way. Officers are carrying out a number of inquiries including issuing this EFIT likeness to identify the rogue trader, and support and crime prevention advice has been offered to the gentleman.
"The impact of rogue traders actions on their victims can far outweigh any financial loss, with dramatic effects on quality of life and confidence. Anyone who thinks they are being targeted by a rogue trader or distraction burglar should not let the caller in and dial 999 immediately. I would also remind people to look out for any older neighbours or relatives, and again urge them to call police if they have any suspicions about callers or workmen who have asked for payment when the work may not have been done.
Police and trading standards officers would urge people to take simple precautions to protect their properties from rogue traders. Some tips include:
· Use the door chain;
· If you don't know who is at the door, ask them;
· Check the caller's card. Never be afraid to confirm details by making a phone call;
· Most utility services offer a password scheme and a phone number, which you can ring to check the identity of callers;
· If in doubt, shut your door. Ring 999 to contact the police;
· Don't feel pressurised into buying items from doorstep callers;
· Be wary of anyone calling at your door offering to do repairs or gardening. If you feel the work is necessary, get personal recommendations and contact a number of companies for a written quotation;
· Check whether the trader is a member of a trade organisation or builders quality mark scheme;
· It is reasonable to pay a small deposit but never pay in full in advance before work is completed;
· Dont keep unnecessary amounts of money at home; and
· Preferably use a trader who you know has carried out a good job for a neighbour, relative or friend.
Calls in relation to this incident should be made to DS Bruce at Ipswich CID on 01473 613500 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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Suffolk Police Launch Facebook Page
Suffolk Constabulary is asking members of the online community to join its new Facebook page.
The page, called Suffolk Constabulary Official Page, was launched on Monday 26 April as an additional tool for engaging with the public. It includes recent stories, information on how to report crime, current campaigns, photo albums and upcoming events.
Members can also discuss their opinions about what the police have been doing and air views about local issues via the sites discussion area.
UK Facebook User Statistics show that the biggest user age group is 20-29 year olds and it is also popular with those aged 13-19. This will allow Suffolk Constabulary to reach a wider audience and people are encouraged to join the page.
In turn, Suffolk Constabulary will use the page to:
· Increase public confidence by engaging with the public through consultation
· Communicate positive stories
· Give advice and general information
· Carry out appeals
Assistant Chief Constable Stewart Gull said:
The Facebook page gives us a new and exciting way to interact with the community. With online social networking becoming ever more popular it is important for Suffolk Constabulary to have a presence on sites like Facebook, as they offer another way for members of the public to communicate with us and us with them.
We are encouraging everyone to become members of the group and in turn please encourage friends and family in Suffolk to do the same. This is a public page and the more members we can get, the more people we are able to reach.
We hope everyone supports and enjoys the new Facebook page, other forces have shown that by keeping the page up to date and interesting we can create a valuable tool in public engagement.
To find the page, follow the link on the Suffolk Constabulary website at www.suffolk.police.uk
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Accostings - Ipswich
Suffolk Police are asking parents to stay calm but be vigilant following reports of a male in a vehicle acting suspiciously near schools.
Two incidents were reported in the early part of last week, the first occurred between 3:20pm and 3:35pm Monday 10th May on Congreve Road in Ipswich. An 11-year-old girl was walking along the road when a male approached her and grabbed her arm. The girl tried to pull away and the male let go, before getting into a black car and driving away.
The second incident occurred between 3pm and 4pm Tuesday 11th May on Morland Road in Ipswich. A male in a vehicle approached an 8-year-old boy and told him to get in the car. The boy did not get in the vehicle and the male drove off.
Schools in the area were made aware of the incidents by letters being sent out to Head Teachers urging parents and children to be extra vigilant and reassuring them that local Safer Neighbourhood Teams are increasing patrols in the areas around primary schools at the end of the school day.
There have since been further reports, two of which are being linked to last weeks offences. The first occurred in Byron Road, Ipswich. At around 12:50pm Friday 14th May a male in a vehicle stopped a 12-year-old boy as he walked along the road and asked him to get into the vehicle. The boy then ran off.
The second occurred in Beckham Road, Lowestoft. At around 4:30pm Wednesday 12th May a male shouted at a 9-year-old girl from a parked car to get in the car, as she was cycling in the street. The male then drove off.
From the descriptions given of offenders at the above four incidents police are looking for a white male, approximately 50-years-old, of slim to medium build, balding and who dresses relatively smart. The vehicle is described as a dark coloured car.
Other reports have been received by Suffolk Police but due to the nature of the alleged incidents and descriptions given they are not being linked at this stage. However, all incidents are being investigated.
Detective Inspector Stuart Sowerby from Ipswich CID says,
Obviously with incidents such as these there is a lot of concern in the community and we are aware of messages being distributed around parents, friends and family. While we encourage people to share information with the police and each other we would like to take this opportunity to ask members of the public not to become unduly concerned with messages they may receive via text or over the Internet. A pair of messages in particular, one detailing a white van with three males and a second mentioning a dark T-reg car, have both been fully investigated and we are confident that these are not involved. Instead we would advise residents to listen to information issued by Suffolk Police and schools.
There is an on-going investigation into these incidents and Suffolk Police are taking all reports very seriously. If anyone has any concerns about the way someone is acting or has any information in regards to these incidents they should contact us immediately. Detailed descriptions of offenders and their vehicle(s) including registration numbers would greatly assist police.
If anyone has immediate concerns over the way someone is acting and believe it requires a prompt police response they should call 999. If anyone has any information in relation to these incidents they are asked to contact Suffolk Police on 01473 613500
Some simple messages for children to remember:
· Never take things from strangers.
· Never get in a car with a stranger.
· Never go anywhere with a stranger.
· Never go off on your own without telling your parents or a trusted adult.
If someone scares you, or tries to touch you in ways that make you feel uncomfortable:
· YELL Tell them No or Stop.
· RUN Get home as quick as you can or somewhere you know is safe, like your school or police station.
· TELL Tell your parents or carer or someone you can trust right away.
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Burglary - Woodbridge
In Pytches Road between 6pm Thursday 13th May and 12.30pm Friday 14th May entry was gained to a house via an insecure window, an untidy search made and a quantity of jewellery and US dollars were stolen from within.
Were you in the area over the times given, did you see anything suspicious? Calls relating to this burglary should be made to Woodbridge police on 01473 613500 reference WO/10/975
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Theft from Car - Woodbridge
On Sunday 9th May between 12pm and 12.30pm on River Wall, Woodbridge offenders have entered an insecure Skoda Fabia parked in a boat yard and stolen a bag containing cash and cards from within.
Officers continue to urge motorists not to leave valuables in your vehicles even if you are only leaving them for a short time. Do not make it easy for the opportunist thief to steal your belongings.
Were you in the area at the time, did you see anything suspicious? Do you know the name of the offender or offenders? If you have any information please contact Suffolk Police on 01473 613500 quoting reference WO/10/937.
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Burglary Awareness Day
Woodbridge and District Safer Neighbourhood Team will be holding a Burglary Awareness Day with the mobile police station in the Thoroughfare Woodbridge on Saturday 27th February 2010 between 10am and 3pm.
Members of the team will be on hand to offer advice on home security and crime prevention.
Crime prevention items will also be available to purchase.
Damage, Melton
Between 16th February and 20th February offenders threw stones and bricks at a property on Melton Road causing a number of windows to smash. Did you see this happen? Any witnesses are asked to call PS 1584 Andrew Buck at Woodbridge Police Station on 01473 613500
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Burglary Woodbridge
Someone broke into a shop in Hamblin Walk, via the roof of the premises, around 9pm yesterday, Wednesday 17 February. An alarm was activated and no entry was gained to the main part of the shop, although damage was caused to the roof in the process.
Were you in the area around this time? Did you see anyone on the roof or acting suspiciously? Anyone with information about the incident or the person responsible is asked to call PC 531 Fairweather at Woodbridge on 01473 613500 reference WO/10/335
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Theft & Burglary Woodbridge
Between midday Saturday 13th February and 11am Sunday 14th February a Garmin SatNav system and a small quantity of cash were stolen from a black Vauxhall Zafira in Seckford Street
And in The Avenue a digital camera was stolen after someone broke into club premises between 11pm on Thursday 11th and 5.30am Friday 12th February.
Were you in the area between these times?
Calls relating to either incident should be made to Woodbridge police on 01473 613500 reference WO/10/308 or 294, or please use the following link to pass any useful information to Suffolk Police about this incident:
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