Welcome to the Plaistow and
Sundridge Newsletter for the Month of March 2016.
Burglary
There were 13 reported burglaries in March.
5 where entry was gained in to the property
in the following locations; Rangefield Road, Freelands Road, Southover,
Portland Road, Aldermary Road, and Ridgeway Drive.
4 attempted burglaries in Ridgeway Drive, Wharton Road, Leamington Avenue.
4 Non dwelling in Farwig Lane, Babbacome
Road and two on Burnt Ash Lane.
We have seen an upturn in burglaries in
March, as you see there is no set pattern of locations. However for the majority entry was gained
from the back of the property. Please visit the web site below for crime
prevention advice around burglaries.
Always keep your shed and garage locked and
tidy away your garden tools as burglars use then to break in through patio
doors and windows. Please visit www.metbumblebee.org
for more information
Why
might your home be targeted? Most burglaries tend to be opportunistic, rather
than planned. Burglars usually choose houses that have little or no visible
security. So if your home does not look secure, seems unlived in or provides
unobserved access, it could be at risk. Understanding what burglars look for
when choosing their target will help you indentify weak spots in your home’s
security
WHAT
MAKES YOUR HOME ATTRACTIVE TO BURGLARS
1. A high front boundary
2. Low side and rear boundaries
3. Accessible wheelie bins
4. No visible intruder alarm
5. No security lighting
6. Valuables on display
7. Open or unsecured windows
8. Unsecured garage or shed door
9. Unlocked back or side gate
10.
Paved path or driveway
VEHICLE
CRIME
In March there was 1 TDA (taking and driving
away) whereby suspect was detained and arrested at scene. There were also 4 thefts
from motor vehicle offences.
Vehicle crime continues to be one of our
top priorities and various operations have been conducted on the ward. Although
March was a good month for vehicle theft please stay vigilant and continue to
look after your vehicle and its belonging as per the advice given below and on
the various crime prevention web sites
Car
Key Theft
Modern
immobilizer systems mean that thieves now aim to steal your keys and your
vehicle at the same time. You can help stop them by following these tips:
Never
leave keys in the ignition
Never
leave your house or car keys near a door or window
Fit
a tracker device
Use
your garage if you have one
You
may not be insured if your vehicle is stolen having been left unsecured
ANTI-SOCIAL BEHAVIOUR
We have had no other reported Anti-social
behaviour on the ward however if you have experienced any please let us know or
if you prefer via www.crimestoppers-uk.org
or call on 0800555 111 all calls are treated anonymously.
Community
Meeting
The next Police drop in surgery will be held at The Lavender Cafe, Plaistow Lane on
Thursday 21st April 2016 at 15:00 - 16:00 hours.
Please come and visit us if
you have any concerns you have about the area you live in we’re there to talk
to you not just to drink coffee.
Contact
Details
In an Emergency always ring 999
Non-emergency ring 101
