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I wanted to provide an update regarding theft from motor vehicles, which members around this area have highlighted as an issue of concern on the Met Engage priority survey. 🚔 Local Crime Update: Muswell Hill Ward
📅 27 April – 17 May 2026
I hope this message finds you well.
Please find below a brief update on reported incidents in the area between 27 April 2026 and 17 May 2026:
Common Assault – Fortis Green Road
A suspect entered the venue and assaulted the victim. The suspect has been arrested and charged.
Common Assaults (x4) – Under Investigation
Locations: Muswell Hill Broadway (x2), Muswell Hill Road.
Burglary (Business & Community) – Muswell Hill Road
Under investigation.
Possession of Cannabis – Fortis Green Road
Under investigation.
Motor Vehicle Interference – Woodland Gardens
Under investigation.
Theft from Motor Vehicles:
Springfield Avenue – Theft of parcel shelf (time unknown)
Muswell Hill – Theft of parcel shelf (time unknown)
Springfield Avenue – Theft of parcel shelf (believed to have occurred at 21:30)
Cranley Gardens – Theft of personal belongings (between 14:30 and 15:40)
Shoplifting (x9) – Muswell Hill Broadway
Multiple suspects entered various stores and removed items without payment.
Theft from Person (x2) – Muswell Hill Broadway & 134 Bus
Under investigation.
Other Theft Offences (x3) – Under Investigation
Locations: Etheldene Avenue, Muswell Hill Broadway (x2)
Theft – Etheldene Avenue
Parcel stolen after being left by a delivery driver.
Theft of E-bike – Fortis Green Road
Under investigation.
🔐 Prevention Reminder:
Please take steps to secure your vehicles and avoid leaving valuables inside. Guidance on preventing vehicle crime is attached.
📣 Report Information:
If you witnessed anything or have information, please contact police.
📞 Call 101 or report online via the Met Police website.
🚨 Always dial 999 in an emergency.
Your reports help us target patrols and prevent crime.
Stay vigilant and look out for one another.
All the best
PC Robbie Bures
 Having personal items stolen from your vehicle is an upsetting experience, and we are determined to find and arrest those who break the law. We will keep you updated with what we are doing to tackle this in your area, but in the meantime, please follow the below advice to help protect your belongings. Check that your vehicle is locked and secure every time you leave it. Thieves often look for easy opportunities to steal from vehicles. They will usually try the handles until they get lucky and find one that has been left unlocked. Keep your keys safe, out of view when at home and away from your front door. If you have a keyless entry vehicle, keep the key well away from the vehicle while at home and turn off wireless signals on your fob when it’s not being used. Consider putting the keys in a screened or signal blocking pouch, such as a Faraday Bag and check that it is still working every few months. Remove all items from view by taking them with you or putting them in the boot out of sight. Thieves will look for any items on display. Things like clothes, documents or an old bag might not seem like valuables, but they could still tempt a thief. Ensure you remove all other clues there might be valuables linked to the car, such as phone chargers or sat-nav mounts. Park your vehicle in a private garage if you can. If you do not have access to one, try to park in a well –lit open space. Try to use public car parks that are part of the police approved Park Mark safer parking scheme. Secure your number plates with tamper resistant screws to avoid them being stolen and used by others.
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. 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. | 
