Crime update for Fortis Green ward 21st Oct - 2nd Nov 2026
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Crime update for Fortis Green ward 21st Oct - 2nd Nov 2026 |
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📰🚔 FORTIS GREEN LOCAL CRIME NEWS ROUND-UP📅 21 October – 2 November 2026🚗 21 Oct | Leaside Avenue A mobile phone was stolen from a vehicle parked on Leaside Avenue. 💡 Crime Prevention Advice: Always remove valuables from vehicles and avoid leaving phones, bags, or electronics on display. Lock all doors and windows, even when parked outside your home. 📱 22 Oct | Coppetts Road A victim had their phone snatched shortly after getting off a bus. 💡 Crime Prevention Advice: Keep phones out of sight near bus stops and transport hubs. Be aware of anyone approaching quickly on foot, bike or e-bike. 🏠 25 Oct | Southern Road A resident woke to discover their front door had been forced open and their wallet stolen while they were asleep. 💡 Crime Prevention Advice: Double-lock front doors overnight, keep wallets, keys and valuables out of sight, and consider installing a doorbell camera. 🚙 28 Oct | Ringwood Avenue A vehicle was stolen overnight from outside a residential address. 💡 Crime Prevention Advice: Use steering wheel locks, key pouches (Faraday bags) for keyless vehicles, and park in well-lit areas where possible. 💥 30 Oct | Highgate Edge, Great North Road A rock or brick was thrown through a vehicle window causing damage. 💡 Crime Prevention Advice: Report suspicious behaviour immediately and park in well-lit, overlooked locations whenever possible. 🚗 1 Nov | Marriott Road Suspects were captured on CCTV entering a vehicle and stealing items from inside. 💡 Crime Prevention Advice: Never leave items visible inside your vehicle. Criminals often target loose change, bags and electronics. 🏠 1 Nov | Sussex Gardens An attempted burglary occurred after a front window of an unoccupied property was broken. 💡 Crime Prevention Advice: Ask trusted neighbours to keep an eye on vacant properties and use timer switches on lights when away. 🏠 1 Nov | Eastern Road Three suspects were seen burgling a residential property by a neighbouring resident. 💡 Crime Prevention Advice: If you see suspicious activity, call police immediately. Prompt reporting can significantly increase the chances of identifying offenders. 🌿 2 Nov | Creighton Avenue A male was found in possession of cannabis following a police stop and search. 💡 Community Advice: Report drug-related activity anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. 🚗 2 Nov | Everington Road Vehicle registration plates were stolen by an unknown suspect. 💡 Crime Prevention Advice: Consider using anti-tamper security screws and regularly check your plates are secure. 💥 2 Nov | Whitehall Lodge, Pages Lane Damage was caused to residential property. 💡 Crime Prevention Advice: CCTV, security lighting and prompt reporting can help identify offenders and prevent repeat incidents. 🏠 5 Oct | Curzon Road A burglar gained entry through a second-floor balcony and stole property. 💡 Crime Prevention Advice: Secure all accessible windows and balcony doors, even on upper floors. 🚙 9 Oct | Creighton Avenue A vehicle was stolen overnight from a driveway. 💡 Crime Prevention Advice: Install driveway CCTV and consider additional vehicle immobilisers. 💥 13 Oct | Nelson Mandela Close A recovery truck struck a garden wall before leaving the scene. 💡 Crime Prevention Advice: Gather witness details and CCTV footage as soon as possible following any damage incident. 🔑 16 Oct | Barrenger Road Office and welfare keys were stolen from a secure key safe. 💡 Crime Prevention Advice: Change locks immediately if keys are stolen and ensure key safes are fitted to recognised security standards. ⚠️ 16 Oct | Coldfall Avenue A woman walking with her children reported being followed and threatened by a stranger in a vehicle. 💡 Personal Safety Advice: Move to a busy public place, call 999 if you feel in immediate danger, and note any vehicle registration where safe to do so. 📱 17 Oct | Marriott Road Two males on e-bikes approached a victim from behind and stole her phone, causing a minor injury. 💡 Crime Prevention Advice: Avoid holding your phone near the roadside and remain vigilant of cyclists and e-bike riders approaching from behind. 🏠 19 Oct | Fordington Road An attempted burglary was discovered after rear doors had been tampered with. 💡 Crime Prevention Advice: Regularly check door and window locks and consider additional rear garden security lighting. 🏠 19 Oct | Woodside Avenue A suspect forced entry through a ground-floor window and searched the property. 💡 Crime Prevention Advice: Fit key-operated window locks and ensure valuables are not visible from outside. 🚗 19 Oct | Everington Road Both vehicle number plates were stolen from a parked car. 💡 Crime Prevention Advice: Anti-theft screws can reduce the risk of number plate theft and associated vehicle crime. 🏠 19 Oct | Fortis Green Avenue A resident returned home to find their flat had been broken into. 💡 Crime Prevention Advice: Ensure communal entrances are secure and never allow unknown persons to follow you into residential buildings. 🚙 21 Oct | Strawberry Terrace, Coppetts Road A vehicle was stolen by unknown suspects. 💡 Crime Prevention Advice: Keyless vehicle owners should store keys inside Faraday pouches to block signal relay thefts. 🏠 24 Oct | Alexandra Park Road Masked offenders climbed a secure gate before burgling a residential property. 💡 Crime Prevention Advice: Secure side gates, maintain boundary fencing and report suspicious reconnaissance activity. 🔨 28 Oct | Beech Drive Builders' tools were stolen from a property under construction. 💡 Crime Prevention Advice: Mark tools with forensic property marking products such as Selecta DNA or SmartWater and secure them overnight. 📱 29 Oct | Creighton Avenue Two males on e-bikes attempted to steal a victim's phone but were unsuccessful. 💡 Crime Prevention Advice: Stay alert when using mobile phones in public and avoid standing near the kerb while texting. 📱 31 Oct | Greenham Road A victim was approached by three males and robbed of their mobile phone. 💡 Crime Prevention Advice: If approached and threatened, prioritise personal safety and contact police immediately afterwards. 🏠 1 Nov | Leaside Avenue A suspect was seen attempting to force a front door lock using a screwdriver. 💡 Crime Prevention Advice: Consider upgrading to British Standard anti-snap locks and report anyone acting suspiciously around properties. 📱 1 Nov | Lanchester Road A victim was robbed of their phone by a group of youths. 💡 Crime Prevention Advice: Avoid displaying expensive phones openly and remain aware of groups loitering in isolated locations. 🚙 2 Nov | Hill Road A vehicle was reported stolen by a known suspect. 💡 Crime Prevention Advice: Keep keys secure and immediately report any threats, disputes or concerns regarding vehicle ownership. 🚨 Community Safety Reminder🏠 Lock doors and windows before leaving home and before bed.
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