Weekly update from the Oldbury neighbourhood policing team
Dear Residents,
Here’s a quick round up from me and the rest of the Oldbury neighbourhood policing team.
What’s been happening
PCSO Chance conducted Knife Crime inputs to Yr 6/5 at Christ Church Church of England Primary School. Great listening from all the children involved, about a very serious topic.
Oldbury officers were invited to an event which was held at the Chambers at Sandwell Council House, talking about the seriousness around knife crime.
Oldbury neighbourhood officer attended a meeting with a council colleague for a use of a community hub. We are hoping to take advantage of this facility in the further to have pop up surgeries/community events.
Oldbury Neighbourhood officers volunteered to a football programme aimed at engaging and inspiring young individuals from African, Caribbean, and dual-heritage backgrounds. Great day had by all. ⚽️
Stolen vehicle was recovered, thanks to observant residents.
PCSO attended Lion Farm Youth Community Safety Group meeting.
PCSO joined local council and councillors on a community walk about in Brandhall.
PCSOs attended a community event at Salvation Army, Merton Close Oldbury
PCSO held a Police Surgery in Barnford Hill Park, Oldbury
PCSOs presented knife crime awareness inputs for years 5 and 6 at Causeway Green Primary School
PSCOs completed knife sweeps at Langley Park, Brandhall Open Space, Barnford Hill Park
Vehicle was recovered for no tax
We are all enjoying the warm weather, let's not forget about keeping homes safe.
Criminals will take advantage of open windows and propped open doors, even if it’s the back door.
Keep you and your home safe 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 cooler.
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.
Tidying the garage or dusting off the bikes for summer adventures? Lock up and keep that garage door closed. It takes seconds for thieves to spot and take expensive tools/bikes/motor vehicles.
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 27 Station Road | West Midlands Police (west-midlands.police.uk)
To report crime or anything suspicious call 101 or please visit Residential burglary | Your Options | West Midlands Police (west-midlands.police.uk)
