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Hello Beckton Another week has passed. Before I start, I have an appeal for information. Below you will read about a man we arrested who likes to wear Hi-vis clothing, ride a bike and shout obscenities at women (Mostly near Gallions DLR). Despite linking him to several offences, I suspect many similar offences by this individual have gone unreported. If you have experienced abuse by a male in hi-vis clothing riding a bicycle (especially by Gallions DLR), please report it to the police. Or contact me here first if you want to chat about it. When reporting It is likely you will be asked if you are willing provide a statement (potentially go to court) and identify him (likely viewing images). A busy week this week. Read on to find out what else has been happening on your streets. Assault/Public Order Attempted Assault (10/10/2026): A male heavily linked to ongoing anti-social behaviour in Renfrew Close was arrested after attempting to run over a man and his dog on Woolwich Manor Way. The suspect, who had previously threatened the victim, was found in possession of drugs and deemed unfit to drive. He was arrested for a multitude of offences.Harassment Arrest (13/10/2026): Following reports of a male on a cycle in hi-vis clothing shouting obscenities at passing females in the early mornings, most recently targeting a 13-year-old girl, officers intercepted and arrested the suspect near Gallions Reach DLR. He is linked to multiple offenses near Gallions and Lewisham. Because he was already serving a suspended sentence, he is expected to face immediate imprisonment. Vehicle Crime Theft From a Vehicle (08/10/2026): Number plates were stolen from a car while the owner was shopping at Iceland in the Beckton Retail Park.Theft From a Vehicle (10/10/2026): Number plates were stolen from a vehicle parked in Bawley Court.Theft From a Vehicle (12/10/2026): Two masked individuals stole a camera from a van in the Premier Inn car park.Theft of a Vehicle (12/10/2026): A moped stolen from Viking Gardens was successfully tracked and recovered, though it sustained some damage.Theft of a Vehicle (12/10/2026): A Mercedes stolen from Beaufort was tracked and recovered in Purfleet with a smashed window.Stolen Vehicle Recovery: Police approached a man sitting in a parked car at Gallions Reach and discovered the vehicle had been stolen during a recent burglary. The driver was arrested on the spot.Neighbourhood Crime & Anti-Social Behaviour Dangerous Dog Incident (09/10/2026): A pedestrian walking passed a dog walker was bitten on the forearm by a German Shepherd on County Road. The dog and its owner are believed to be local residents.Criminal Damage: A car was keyed in Pearl Close. The owner identified the suspect using Ring doorbell footage and confronted them. The suspect—a nearby resident—became hostile. Police attended the scene, and the suspect is now expected to face criminal damage charges.Theft from Person (11/10/2026): A distraction theft occurred at the Asda cash machines. The suspect is described as an Asian male, approximately 5’5” tall, mid-40s, of average build, with a black and grey beard. Please remain vigilant when withdrawing cash.Bicycle Theft (11/10/2026): A bicycle was stolen from a rack on Mahindra Way after thieves cut through the metal rack itself.Bicycle Theft (12/10/2026): A second bicycle was stolen from the same location on Mahindra Way.We also patrol our ASB hotspots regularly. Our current priority spots are: Renfrew Close, Ichycoo Pond, Parry Ave, Harper Road, Kestrel Ave and Dunnock Road. These are mostly noise and drugs related. Let me know if you have spots you would like us to visit, just tell me what is happening and what are the best times to go there.Until next Week Be Good, Have Fun & Stay Safe Beckton Neighbourhood Policing Team Did You Know? For nearly a century, toxic ash and industrial waste from the Beckton Gasworks accumulated into a massive mound.In the late 1980s, the local council came up with a creative solution: they capped the mound with a plastic-bristled mat and transformed it into London’s premier dry ski slope.Known as the Beckton Alps, the facility was officially opened by Princess Diana in 1988. | 
