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| 26/8/2008 |
Thieves have stolen a pair of garden ornaments from the front garden of a bungalow in Ashland Drive, Coalville. The offence was committed between 6pm on Thursday 21st and 7am on Sunday 24th August 2008. The ornaments are described as being made of cream coloured concrete, and in the shape of a boy and girl in period costume. The girl is wearing a small bonnet, tied under her chin, and the boy is wearing a cap. They are each about 2` high, and of sentimental value. Any information to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, and quote crime number NW/05628/08-6, or alternatively ring the Police on 0116 2222222. |
| 26/8/2008 |
The following info has been received from Marion Lewis of the County NHW Assn:
Love Food Hate Waste Survey 08097
M·E·L Research have been commissioned by Leicestershire County Council to carry out a survey amongst local residents to gain awareness levels form residents about Food waste.
As part of this process, they will be carrying out door to door survey interviews across the 7 districts of the county from 16th August to 5th September and interviewing 1,100 residents who live in the area. There will be a group of interviewers carrying out these interviews in this area. All of the interviewers will be wearing identification badges and carrying a letter of authorisation. |
| 21/8/2008 |
Thefts from motor vehicles are increasing, mainly due to items being left on display inside cars. Stolen property includes lap top computers, handbags, shopping and satellite navigation units. Please ensure items are removed from public view before you leave your vehicle unattended. Sat Nav Tags are freely available from Police offices in the NW Leic`s district, to help you avoid becoming a victim of crime. Ring 0116 2222222 and ask for your local Police office for more information.
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| 21/8/2008 |
Please be vigilant in relation to thefts of vehicle number plates. The Police are having incidents reported, and would appreciate your help in catching the culprits. Please contact the Police if you see any suspicious behaviour around motor vehicles. Also note that clutch head screws are freely available from Coalville Police Station, with which you can secure your vehicles number plate, and it can`t be unscrewed. To ring the front enq office call 0116 2222222, ext 3033.
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| 21/8/2008 |
Reports are still being received about thefts of fuel, in particular diesel. Plse ensure that fuel stores are secure, and where installed, CCTV is in good working order recording good quality images. Also ensure vehicles are fitted with lockable fuel caps. |
| 6/8/2008 |
Car keys are being stolen from houses in the course of burglary offences. Residents often leave car keys on the hall floor near the front door, or on the kitchen worktops where they are visible and easy to steal. So, the wrist loops are being provided free of charge to local residents to remind them to hide their car keys, to keep them safe. Simply fix the loop to your car keys, and when you get home, hide them away. The wrist loops are available, free of charge, from the front enq offices at Coalville, Ashby, Kegworth and Castle Donington Police Stns. |
| 5/8/2008 |
Police in North West Leicestershire have come up with an innovative and eye catching way of reminding motorists to remove their satellite navigation systems from their vehicles.
Since January 1st 2008 there's been a 62% increase in the theft of Sat Navs across the district of North West Leicestershire - 24 were stolen between January 1 2007 and May 29 2007 compared to 39 for the same period this year. As Sat Navs become more popular, that rise is likely to increase so the police are trying to raise awareness of the risk of leaving it on display and reduce the number of offences.
They've produced 4000 bright yellow Sat Nav Tags which are designed to hang around the machine. On one side the tag says; 'Sat Nav - Don't Leave it in the Car' and on the other side is a soft pad that can be used to wipe away the suction cup mark from the windscreen. The tags have been paid for by the police and the North West Leicestershire Community Safety Partnership.
You can collect your free Sat Nav Tag from the Front Enq Office at Coalville, Ashby Kegworth and Castle Donington Police Stns.
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| 30/7/2008 |
Garden sheds, garages, and farm outbuildings continue to be popular with thieves. Bicycles, power tools, ladders, farming machinery, trailers and other easily transportable items are stolen. Why not security mark your property with paint sticks? This is a free service offered by your local Neighbourhood Beat Officer. Alternatively you could buy a shed/garage alarm, price £12 from the Watch Office at Coalville Police Stn, 0116 2222222, ext 3079. For more info, contact Steve Hastings, Community Co-ordinator on ext 3043.
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| 30/7/2008 |
A number of night time burglaries have occurred because householders have left windows and doors open during recent hot weather, and forgotten to close them when they went to bed. This is particularly important regarding ground floor access points, at the rear and side of premises. Don`t invite crime. Plse secure all ground floor access points. |
| 30/7/2008 |
Thefts of Satellite Navigation units from cars are on the increase. If you own one of these units, make sure you remove it completely when you leave your car unattended. Take the unit, and the cradle with you, and wipe away any marks from the windscreen. Most people simply remove the unit from view, and put the items in the glove box or under the car seat. Thieves know this, and if they see the cradle or marks they`ll break into the car to search for the unit, (and anything else worth stealing). |
| 14/7/2008 |
A local resident returned home about 9pm from a holiday and was unpacking his car, then taking things into the house. He returned to the vehicle a few minutes later and found that his Sat Nav unit, wallet and sunglasses had been stolen from inside the veh. He`d left the car insecure for a only a few minutes, and had items stolen. Need I say anymore? Don`t invite crime, prevent it. |
| 13/7/2008 |
Introduction of Community Flood Wardens
Further to the proposal to expand Neighbourhood Watch duties to include Community Flood Warden activities, North West Leicestershire District Council are to commence a pilot scheme in August/September.
There will be a presentation at North West Leicestershire District Council offices in Coalville, on 28th/29th July 2008 (tbc), to introduce the scheme and recruit volunteers for the pilot project.
If you would like to get involved, please contact one of the following: -
Neil Tunnicliffe (North West Leicestershire DC) - phone 01530 454 680
- email NEIL.TUNNICLIFFE@nwleicestershire.gov.uk
Ian Smith (Leicestershire CC / LRF) - phone 0116 3056733
- email ismith@leics.gov.uk
Neil or Ian may contact you directly before the meeting
Thank you for your support.
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| 13/7/2008 |
Thieves were disturbed in the early hours on Wed 9th July trying to steal diesel from a storage tank at premises in Coleorton. A Ford Fiesta or similar car was involved, possibly dark blue colour or maroon. Be on your guard. As fuel prices rise so does the attraction for fuel theft. report any sus behaviour near fuel storage tanks.
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| 13/7/2008 |
Dear NHW members
Monday 16th June saw the launch of a new official Neighbourhood Watch website for England & Wales.
Please find below a link for the registering your details to receive information direct via email from the new official Neighbourhood Watch website - www.mynhw.co.uk
Please register with the site using the link below to ensure that you receive the latest official Neighbourhood & Homewatch Watch information and to receive our newsletters.
Please circulate this information to your colleagues, local Neighbourhood Watch groups and grassroots members and perhaps you could print a copy of the latest newsletter to circulate to those without internet access
Regards
Marion Lewis
Chair
Neighbourhood & Homewatch Network (England & W ) |
| 9/7/2008 |
Over night yesterday there were reported theft from motor vehicles in Stoney Lane and Church Street , Appleby Magna. Im sure at some point we have all done it but valuables were either left in a visible position or very easily found, a handbag and lap top computer were taken. There were also incidents in Congerstone,Sheepy Magna and again the South area towards Hinckley suffered numerous thefts from vehicle.
Two suspicious males were challenged at 0036 hrs 08/07/08 in Sheepy, no further details passed by the caller.
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| 9/7/2008 |
Can all local persons please note that Pauline Pettitt has stood down as Watch Office Manager at Coalville Police Stn, and that Lynda Gurr has taken over that role. Lynda can be contacted at the Watch Office on 0116 2222222, ext 3079. |
| 9/7/2008 |
Metal theft enforcement day
Leicestershire Constabulary has held a day of enforcement around the county as part of an ongoing operation to tackle the theft of metal and cable.
As part of Operation Ebony, officers have been working closely in partnership with the Environment Agency, Trading Standards and the Vehicle and Operator Service Agency (VOSA), to pull together the joint powers and experience of these agencies to combat metal theft.
The theft of metal and electrical cable has a significant impact on local communities and can impact on the local and national travel infrastructure with thefts from the rail network and electrical sub-stations. Leicestershire Constabulary is determined to put a stop to it, but need information relating to suspicious activity involving scrap metal or large quantities of electrical cabling.
Do you know someone who has started stockpiling scrap metal/cables?
Do you know someone who is handling scrap metal / scrap cars?
Have you seen suspicious activity where metal products are being moved / stripped?
The enforcements focussed on scrap metal dealers and those individuals who are suspected of supplying them with stolen items and forms part of a national campaign to combat what is an international problem.
We are using the combined experience and intelligence gathered from all of the agencies involved in the operation, as well as the latest policing technology, to track down and arrest offenders.
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| 9/6/2008 |
Be on your guard against a charming, well dressed Italian male, in his late 40`s or early 50`s, with short, well groomed grey hair, who is approaching local people to sell them (supposedly) Armani leather coats or jkts at bargain prices. He`s been at Morrisons last week, and was at the Aldi store in Coalville on Saturday afternoon. Don`t be fooled. This is a scam. He`s usually seen with a black people carrier car. Any information about the man or the vehicle to Steve Hastings, Community Co-ordinator on 0116 248 3043. |
| 9/6/2008 |
This message has been passed to us from colleagues in Northamptonshire.
Please be aware that a marked Anglian Water van was stolen in the north of the county yesterday.
The registration of the stolen Anglian Water Vauxhall Vivaro van is FE07 DNF.
Anglian Water clothing and ID belonging to one of the water firm's employees were inside the van and were also taken.
The van, which was stolen with the keys, was driven off by a man in his 20s.
Police are warning people to beware of offenders who commit distraction burglaries by posing as bogus water company officials.
Detective Sergeant Michael Chapman said: "We are concerned that the items stolen in this incident could be used to commit distraction burglaries.
"Distraction burglaries are a despicable crime and one of the most common methods used by offenders to carry out this type of offence is to pose as officials from a water company.
"We do urge people not to open the door to unexpected callers and ask them to remind elderly neighbours and relatives to do the same. Only open the door if you are expecting someone by written appointment or if you know them. If the caller is genuine they won't mind.
"Always call 999 if you suspect someone - it could prevent your neighbour from becoming a victim.
"Anyone with information about this theft should call the Police as soon as possible." Thank you. |
| 3/6/2008 |
A confidence trickster has been reported working on North West Leicestershire area. The man approached a member of the public on Morrisons car park about 11am on Friday 30th May, and offered three Armani jackets for sale. He claimed the jkts were worth £500 each, but having lost heavily at gambling, he was prepared to sell them all for £1,000. This price eventually reduced to £100 for all three jkts. The seller was described as 35 to 40yrs, 5` 9" tall, with short neat greying hair, wearing a smart, grey two piece suit, shirt and tie. He claimed to be from Rome, and had a cultured Italian accent. He was driving a black coloured people carrier car, no other details obtained.
Any information plse to Steve Hastings, Community Initiative Co-ordinator for North West Leics, tel: 0116 248 3043. |
| 3/6/2008 |
Derbyshire police have reported to horse watch members that over the last few months a group of possibly eastern european males have been seen in sus circs at various stables taking photos of horses. In the last week 14 horses of various breeds have been stolen from Derbyshire and it is believed at this time that some sort of "steal to order" scheme is in place. This group have so far been seen in a red land cruiser and a white transit size van, reg`n number believed to be N2-3 XAJ. If these vehicles are seen or you witness a similar incident please call the police immediately. |
| 27/5/2008 |
Local residents and businesses are asked to be vigilant in relation to thefts of metals. Copper piping, lead flashing, and copper wire have been stolen in four separate crimes during the last four days at shop and business premises, as well as residential premises. However, in the past this crime trend has also involved school premises, churches and farms. Be on your guard and report any suspicious behaviour. |
| 13/5/2008 |
An Ashby resident has reported a man going from door to door offering to wash cars for £3 a time. He comes "ready to go" with a bucket of water, and during the course of washing the car started asking questions like: were you out last night; are you out tonight; where do you work etc. This person may be legitimate, but if he`s not it`s a great way to find out where to commit crime. Be on your guard. Don`t invite crime, prevent it. Say "No" to unknown and unexpected doorstep callers. |
| 13/5/2008 |
Local people are asked to keep observations for the following items stolen within the last few days: a Quad bike, red with yellow stickers; and a mini motor bike, coloured white and blue. Any info plse to Crimestoppers 0800 555 111, quote crime number NW/02829/08-5 |
| 13/5/2008 |
Plse keep obs for the following two vehs, suspected of being involved in crime, in particular thefts of, and from goods vehicles. They have been observed around motorway service areas as well as Business Parks close to motorways at all times of the day and night. Silver Ford Mondeo saloon, reg no YF51K-U, and a blue Ford Mondeo saloon,reg no Y91V-A. If seen, do not approach the veh or occupants. Ring the Police immediately, giving location and direction of travel. |
| 13/5/2008 |
During the current hot weather plse ensure that ground floor windows and doors are closed before going to bed, or after the business/office/shop premises are closed. In particular check the side and rear access to premises. You`d be amazed how often doors and windows are left insecure making a tempting target for a criminal. |
| 13/5/2008 |
A cheeky sneak thief, who steals from offices has visited the North West Leics area. He visited an office on a large industrial estate and stole a wallet from a jkt, whilst it was hanging on the back of a chair. The suspect was challenged by a member of staff, who asked him if he was being looked after, to which he repled, "I`m alright, he`s gone to get it". His description is a male, 40 to 50yrs, black/grey short hair, wearing a blue/grey suit, blue shirt and black tie. He was holding a paper that looked "official", like an invoice. Be on your guard and challenge unknown persons on site. Similar offences have occurred in shops and smaller premises. Any info plse to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, crime no NW/02843/08-5 |
| 13/5/2008 |
An elderly resident in Hugglescote became the latest victim of a Bogus Caller on Wed 30th April, when a man claiming to be from the Waterboard visited him. On this occasion nothing was stolen, but be on your guard. Anyone claiming to be from the Waterboard is Bogus. No such organisation exists. Don`t let unexpected callers into your home. |
| 13/5/2008 |
A number of incidents of damage to parked and unattended cars are being reported. If you see any suspicious incidents around parked cars, plse note the persons in the vicinity, their descriptions, and any other details, e.g. vehicles they are using, then ring the Police. |
| 1/5/2008 |
Following Information yesterday regarding the stolen Mercedes Van registration MA04 VTZ. The vehicle has been recovered last night after being used in a ram raid at Barrett's Clothing, Measham. It was in convoy with a black Skoda Octavia which fled from the scene. A short while later Warwickshire received a report of a Black Skoda Octavia registration FL57 ZKU having been stolen from Sheepy Road , Twycross. A coincidence?? |
| 1/5/2008 |
Licensed Premises Be On Your Guard. The Police have seen an increase in overnight burglaries at licensed premises. Gaming machines and safes are being targeted for their cash contents. Typically offences are committed after peak trade periods, when large amounts of cash are likely to be on the premises. Some offences have been committed in the very early morning, i.e. between 2am and 6am. Please ensure large amounts of cash are not kept for unnecessarily long periods on the premises. Be vigilant and report suspicious incidents, persons and vehicles. Check that premises security is adequate, check alarm systems and make sure keys are well hidden. Don`t invite crime. Prevent it. |
| 1/5/2008 |
Firms offering debt advice have been sending bogus text messages to people's mobile phones, claiming to be from Citizens Advice Bureau.
The text message says: 'Citizens Advice Bureau will talk to 6,600 people today with debt problems. Do you need advice on debt? Reply TALK to receive a call from a friendly advisor'.
These messages have not been sent by Citizens Advice Bureau. If you reply to one of these messages, you won't get through to a Citizens Advice Bureau adviser, but a private company offering to sort out your debts in a number of ways including through:
Invidvidual Voluntary Arrangements (IVA)
Debt management plans
Consolidation loans.
If you're in debt, you should be very careful about trying to sort out your problems in one of these ways and should always get advice from an independent debt adviser first.
You can get free, confidential and independent debt advice from your local Citizens Advice Bureau. To find your local bureau, click on Find your local CAB. |
| 30/4/2008 |
There were a number of distraction burglaries across the area yesterday, Ibstock, Cadeby, Measham and two in Tamworth. A vehicle that was seen at the job in Cadeby was a Black Lexus motor vehicle registration BK07 FKE, this description would match the offence in Measham and the method of claiming to be from the water board to gain entry would link all jobs together.
Yesterday afternoon a White Mercedes Sprinter Van registration MA04 VTZ was stolen from Main Street , Snarestone after the driver was pulled out of the vehicle. The vehicle is white with orange and blue FEDEX logos.
The description of suspects matches that of suspicious males seen in Barrett's of Feckenham Clothing at Measham yesterday afternoon, Barrett's was then subject of an attempt burglary later in the evening. We are awaiting cctv from Barrett's re suspects in store and attempt burglary. |
| 28/4/2008 |
On 22/04/08 occupants of a white Ford Transit van registration BF56 YNJ helped them selves to a washing machine which had been placed outside an address on Francis Lane , Newton Burgoland. Enquiries show that vehicle has been sold on and its current keeper details are unknown, enquiries are ongoing. |
| 25/4/2008 |
A local Beat Officer has asked me to circulate a warning about "scam" e.mail and phone calls, claiming to be from a bank, stating that bank details have been entered incorrectly, and asking for the details to be provided, so they can be added again. Be on your guard. This is a scam to obtain your personal information. Never give your bank details, password or PIN numbers over the phone or by e.mail. Plse report any incidents of this nature to the Police. |
| 23/4/2008 |
Licensed Premises Be On Your Guard. The Police have seen an increase in overnight burglaries at licensed premises. Gaming machines and safes are being targeted for their cash contents. Typically offences are committed after peak trade periods, when large amounts of cash are likely to be on the premises. Some offences have been committed in the very early morning, i.e. between 2am and 6am. Please ensure large amounts of cash are not kept for unnecessarily long periods on the premises. Be vigilant and report suspicious incidents, persons and vehicles. Check that premises security is adequate, check alarm systems and make sure keys are well hidden. Don`t invite crime. Prevent it. |
| 19/4/2008 |
There have been two incidents today involving a grey VW Golf registration PK54 UHY. The first was 1220 hrs in Loughborough where the occupants allowed two males into the address claiming to be working down the road and getting the occupants to fill saucepans with water, unknown at this time what has been taken. The second incident at 1500 hrs relates to the occupants of the same vehicle breaking into a van at Leicester Road , Ibstock and stealing tools. The vehicle is registered to a male known to police in Morecambe, Lancashire . The two types of offences couldn't be more far apart. One to watch out for ! |
| 3/4/2008 |
Between 6pm on Friday 28th March and 6.30am on Monday 31st March 2008 a secure compound at Castle Rock School, Coalville was entered and two diggers were stolen.
1). A Yellow JCB digger, with black markings, model number 8018X, serial number 1309560, with name REXCO, value £16,000
2). A white, 3 tonne Bobcat digger on tracks, model number X325, with name Mainline Hire. Value £25,000
Any information to Crimestoppers 0800 555 111, quote crime number NW/01968/08-9 |
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