Stopping anti-social behaviour in your area: how did we do?

I wanted to provide you an update regarding robbery, which some members around this area have highlighted as an issue of concern on the Met Engage priority survey.

You might have noticed an increase in visible Police Officer and PCSO patrols in Addiscombe East Area. This follows the recent survey that you and hundreds of other local residents completed, telling us that anti-social behaviour in this area was one of your biggest concerns in the neighbourhood.

By carrying out intelligence led patrols, Sergeant Jones arrested a male that has has committed multiple offence including robbery within the community and has been charged to court.

Please use 999/101/Met Police Website to report crime and continue to use MET ENGAGE to keep up to date with community events the team will be carrying out in the near future.

We will continue to tackle robbery in your local area. While we are investigating and arresting those responsible, please consider following the below advice to keep yourself and your property safe:  

• Do not leave your phone, tablet or other digital goods unattended, out of sight or on a table.  

• Be aware of your surroundings and only use your phone when it is safe to do so. 

• Put your phone away when you have finished using it.  

• Secure your phone by choosing a strong pin or password 

• Keep a note of your IMEU number (to access, type *#06# on your phone keypad) 

• Plan your route, especially if you are going somewhere you have not been before. Keep to busy, well-lit streets and walkways. Move with purpose and appear confident.

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.

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