Vehicle Crime

🚔 Targeted Vehicle Crime Operation – Havering

Over the last three weeks of January, Safer Neighbourhood Officers, the Havering Joint Task Force, Romford Town Centre Teams, Street Duties officers, the Roads & Transport Policing Command, and Havering Council Enforcement have worked together on a targeted operation to tackle motor vehicle crime across the borough.

The operation has been a major success:

Using targeted patrols and ANPR technology, officers made arrests for weapon offences, drink/drug driving, possession with intent to supply, and outstanding suspects – including one wanted for residential burglary. Two males were also found carrying offensive weapons; one has been charged and one bailed pending investigation. Another prolific motor‑vehicle offender was arrested and charged, with a Criminal Behaviour Order being sought at court.

This work was further supported by local Safer Neighbourhood Ward Panels, who help shape local policing priorities and ensure officers focus on the issues that matter most to the community.

Insp Mark Connolly – Havering Safer Neighbourhood Teams South / HJTF / Acquisitive crime M/V and Burglary Thematic lead said

“This operation shows the continued commitment of Havering officers to listen to residents and tackle crime head‑on. Some fantastic results by everyone involved by some great teams, leaders and partners”.

Councillor Ray Morgon, Leader of Havering Council, said:

“We know from listening to our residents that the theft of a vehicle has a real effect on their lives.

“This operation has not only seen stolen vehicles found and returned to their rightful owners, but arrests made which means action is being taken against those offenders. We will continue to work with the police and our partners to tackle this crime.”

Jan Sargeant – Chair Person for Gooshays Safer Neighbourhood Ward Panel said

“As Chair of the Gooshays Safer Neighbourhood Ward Panel, I strongly encourage residents to join their local safer neighbourhood groups.

Made up of residents, councillors and community members, these groups work directly with the local police to raise community concerns and ensure our voices help to shape priorities that keep our neighbourhood safe”.

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Together, we keep Havering safe.