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Please review the following update regarding Anti Social Behaviour which some members around this area have highlighted as an issue of concern on the Met Engage priority survey.
Dear Residents,
I’m Chief Inspector Mahmood, and I have the privilege of leading Neighbourhood Policing here in Barking and Dagenham.
This is not just where I work; it’s a community I care deeply about. Throughout my career, I’ve proudly served on the frontline, and my commitment remains the same: to keep our borough safe and to build trust between the police and the people we serve.
As we approach the New Year, I want to send my heartfelt seasonal greetings to you and your families.
Thank you for the support, conversations, and partnership we’ve shared throughout the year. Together, we’ve achieved a lot, and I’m excited about what we can accomplish in the year ahead.
Our Commitment to You:
Your priorities shape our work. We’re taking firm action against crime and anti-social behaviour, but we know enforcement alone isn’t enough. That’s why we’re working closely with Barking and Dagenham Council, housing providers, and local partners to prevent problems before they start and create lasting improvements for everyone.
This month, I’ve had the pleasure of meeting many of you at community events and listening to what matters most. Your voices guide us, and we’re committed to being visible, approachable, and accountable in every neighbourhood.
Violent crime and violence against women and girls remain key priorities for us. We understand the impact these crimes have on lives, and we’re working tirelessly with support services and community groups to protect victims and bring offenders to justice.
This Year’s Highlights:
Here are some achievements we can all be proud of:
• Knife crime down by 15%
• Neighbourhood crime: Reduced to 7% compared to last year
• Theft from motor vehicles: 30% reduction
• Shoplifting: 44% reduction
• Theft of person: 8% reduction
Get Involved:
We want policing to reflect what matters most to you. Please connect with your local ward team and help shape the future of neighbourhood policing. Through Met Engage, you can meet your local officers, share your views, and access key information and advice.
Visit: www.metengage.co.uk
 Antisocial behaviour can come in many forms and can require support from more organisations than just the police. There are 13 different types of antisocial behaviour that we may be able to help with, including abandoned vehicles, littering or drugs paraphernalia and street drinking. A full list of what we categorise as antisocial behaviour is available on our website. If you have witnessed or experienced antisocial behaviour, you can report it online. If you ever experience this issue or have information regarding an incident, please report it using our online reporting tools at https://www.met.police.uk/, speak to an operator in our Force Communications Room via our online web chat or call the non-emergency number 101. Alternatively, you can stay 100% anonymous by contacting the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via their untraceable online form at crimestoppers-uk.org. Get Involved We are working on our brand-new strategy for how we police London and we want your help. Our New Met for London: Phase 2 strategy will guide how we deliver on behalf of Londoners over the next three years. Please consider getting involved by registering for these messages, this will enable you to contribute to the local priority survey. We may be unaware of issues that you would like us to focus on. Take a few minutes to securely and privately register and have your say using the button below, this will mean we can focus on things that matter to you. 
Please click here to complete the survey
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