Just a reminder that the clocks go back this weekend, so the dark nights start early, and early mornings too! This is the time for Thieves to start so think about investing in some light timers, and not just in the same room either. Check your security and make sure your outside lights are working.

The Neighbourhood Police Team have visited all schools across the area and spoken to the children regarding the forthcoming Halloween and Firework evenings. Extra patrols will be on duty and residents are encouraged to report all incidents of damage immediately. The number to call is 0845 4567000.

The next meeting of the Severnside Safer& Stronger Community Group will be at Almondsbury Old School Hall starting at 7.30  on Tuesday 30th October 2007.

 

These are the up to date crime figures for September from Daryl.

Severn Beach (10)  Damage to a fence 2/09/07 and Burglary to a dwelling. 9/09/07 (Four local youths have been arrested in connection with these and enquiries continue). Attempted theft of Metal, Avalon works.  (Offenders disturbed and made off, their vehicle recovered). Theft of metal 11/09/07 - Shaft Road, (four youths arrested). Damage to Post Office door. (Reported as a crime, this has now be resolved and no Police action required). Theft of new power cable, Western Approaches. 1 Domestic Incident. 1 male found in possession of drugs. 1 Harassment. Robbery 30/09/07 Beach Road. (Male offenders followed victim from place of work and then accessed his vehicle stealing property. Made off in a motor vehicle).

Pilning (5)  Two offences of assault. 1 Domestic Incident. 1 Theft.1 theft of car number plates. 1 attempted burglary but no entry gained.

There
has been an increase in reported dwelling burglaries over a six week
period where offenders are forcing doors and windows to gain entry to
premises.
Offences have been spread throughout the district. Dwellings are
particularly at risk between the hours of 1:30pm to 5pm.
Electrical equipment, cash and jewellery are stolen. Due to the location
and equipment stolen offenders would have access to a vehicle.
Two offences have involved offenders stealing tools from shed's or
garages and using them to force entry to the premises.
Offenders may be using a small silver car, possibly a Peugeot.
If you call with information regarding this message please quote the
message number: D418180907 and ask for your call to be tagged
Neighbourhood Watch.

If you think a crime is being committed or notice anything suspicious
call 999, to report a non urgent incident to the police call 0845 456
7000 or call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Members of all neighbourhood watch and Horse Watch are reminded to be vigilant at all premises across the district where horses, riding tack and vehicles such as horse boxes or carriages are stored. This follows the most recent incident over the weekend of the 14th to 17th September 2007 at HORTHAM LANE ALMONDSBURY where tack and a horse box was stolen from an isolated farm building.
This type of equipment continue to be targeted by thieves. There is a ready market to dispose of stolen items and they are frequently not marked or made identifiable allowing return if subsequently recovered. Please spread the message that any suspicious movement of persons or vehicles should be reported to the police as soon as possible.
If you call with information regarding this message please quote the message number: D422190907 and ask for your call to be tagged Neighbourhood Watch.
If you think a crime is being committed or notice anything suspicious call 999, to report a non urgent incident to the police call 0845 456 7000 or call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.