Dear Resident,

Priority Response: 

This week, our officers have been actively assisting colleagues with outstanding priority logs and priority investigation logs. By addressing these priority issues promptly, we aim to reduce overall demand and ensure that our community receives swift and effective responses. Our team is dedicated to providing timely assistance to those in need and maintaining a high level of service.

Investigations:

 Our officers have been diligently investigating numerous crime reports throughout the week. Each case has been carefully reviewed, with significant progress made in several investigations. Many crime reports have been resolved, ensuring that the investigative process is both thorough and expeditious. We are committed to delivering justice and maintaining public safety by bringing offenders to account and providing closure to victims.

Local crime:

Here are the crime updates for the Oscott area between 01/11/2024 and 18/11/2024.

Kingstanding Road – Between 5:45pm and 5:50pm on 04/11/2024, an unknown male has gone along the pathway to the side of the offence location and forced open the rear door. Male has conducted a search of the property and stolen items including jewellery and watches. 

Harleston Road – Between 11pm on 08/11/2024 and 8:30am on 09/11/2024, unknown persons have entered the rear of the property by smashing window, putting hand through to unlock the door. Offenders entered property. Items stolen include £700 in cash. 

Cooksey Lane – Between 10:40am and 12:10pm 10/11/2024, unknown offenders have approached a secure, parked and unattended Ford Fiesta. Offenders have gained entry to vehicle by unknown means and stolen it. 

Ashworth Road – Between 9:54pm and 9:55pm on 12/11/2024, two unknown persons wearing face coverings have approached a secure, parked and unattended Ford Transit Van. Offenders gained entry by unknown means. Once inside the offenders conducted a search and stole number power tools. 

Kingstanding Road – Between 1am and 8:10am on 13/11/2024, unknown persons have drilled the lock out of front door to gain entry to the property. Offenders have searched the property and stole clothing items. 

Streetwatch:

Street Watch Team is a community patrol initiative that helps you make a difference where you live. Street watch gives you and your community an opportunity to keep your area safe. Our website has more information and how to get involved www.west-midlands.police.uk or contact streetwatch@westmidlands.police.uk

Crime prevention:

Winter is here, and while we layer up to avoid the cold, let's not forget about layering up our home security.

Criminals will take advantage of insecure windows and propped open doors, even if it’s the back door. 

Keep you and your home safe this winter by following these useful tips:

·  Make sure doors and windows are closed and locked. Even if you’re just popping out, lock up and secure your home.

·  Consider installing window locks to prevent intruders from easily opening your windows.

·  Consider installing a home security system with visible cameras and alarm systems to deter burglars.

·  Keep your valuables out of sight. Close blinds or curtains to prevent prying eyes from scouting your belongings. Shutting the blinds will keep your house warmer.

·  Give a spare key to a trusted neighbour or invest in a secure key lockbox.

·  Hosting family or friends in your garden - don’t invite burglars to the party. Keep your side entrance, back door, or garden gate closed/locked.

·  Storing away bikes, gardening equipment, and summer activities? Lock up and keep that garage door closed. It takes seconds for thieves to spot and take expensive tools/bikes/motor vehicles. Consider securing your valuables inside the garage or shed as well.

·  For extra security keep porch doors locked, wheelie bins away from low fences or garages, and sheds secure.

For more advice from West Midlands Police visit https://www.westmidlands.police.uk/police-forces/west-midlands-police/areas/campaigns/campaigns/27-station-road/

Crimestoppers:

If you have concerns in your area and wish to report any issues anonymously please contact www.crimestoppers-uk.org or call 0800 555 111. Crimestoppers guarantees 100% anonymity.