Good evening, 

Here is your update for this week.

Burglaries

There have been no reported burglaries in this period. 

Vehicle Crime

Between 7am – 8am on Thursday 19th December, the front number plate has been taken from grey MERCEDES parked at TESCO, STRATFORD ROAD and made off in an unknown direction. 

GOOD NEWS

Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from the St Alphege and Blythe neighbourhood team! 

CRIME PREVENTION

Please consider anti-snap locks to all outside doors. Look for at least 3 stars and the Kitemark when purchasing them.

Please consider a good steering lock for your vehicles, and check that your vehicle is locked before you walk away from it.

Pickpockets and purse dippers are active in the town centre. Always make sure handbags are zipped up,never leave your handbag or purse unattended on a shopping trolley, pushchair or wheelchair. Always be aware of your surroundings and the people around you when withdrawing cash. A simple tactic against this type of crime is to attach small bells to your purse so that they jingle when purses are being moved.

Please be extra vigilant when using cash machines.  Make sure you are not overlooked.  Be aware of anyone making conversation with you at a cash machine.

Tamper proof screws for number plates are a good idea to protect number plates from being stolen.

If you use a bike to get out and about think about the lock that you secure it with. A D lock is one such lock. Simple chains can be cut through in seconds.

Please consider a good quality lock for your bike. A D lock is one such type of lock.

Please take 5 mins to read about ways you can prevent burglary and vehicle theft

Residential burglary | Your Options | West Midlands Police (west-midlands.police.uk)

Theft of motor vehicle | Your Options | West Midlands Police (west-midlands.police.uk)

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