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Car thieves are opportunists

Norfolk Constabulary's experience is that theft from motor vehicles increases at this time of year at these locations.

Their advice is be alert and aware of your surroundings, a good indication of possible problems is where you see the bright yellow, red or green florescent posters warning of car crime, take note these posters are put there as the result of previous car crime at that location.

Car thieves are opportunists and will nearly always drive to these rural locations (previous experience is usually 2 or 3 males 17 -25 yrs) they will watch and wait for motorists to leave their vehicles to follow their recreational pursuits. A quick glance into a vehicle to see what is on display and within seconds gain entry to the car remove the rich pickings before moving on to the next car park.

The first the victim is aware is when they return to their vehicle sometimes a few hours later to find the car window broken and their property stolen.

Remember be alert and aware of your surroundings, look for the tell tale signs be especially suspicious of vehicles will all male occupants just sitting in the vehicle or who do not fit in with the type of recreational activities that others are using the car park for. If concerned make a note of the vehicle number and description of the occupants and keep it for a couple of weeks.

Even if you have parked in a reasonably secure site it is still important to take some basic precautions.
·        Lock all doors, windows and the boot.
·        Shut windows and sunroofs properly.
·        Remove the facia of CD players
·        Don't leave the keys in the ignition – even when nipping into a shop or office for a few moments, or when paying for fuel.
·        Don't leave any belongings in your car – a thief won't know that a bag or coat doesn't contain something of value, and might break a window to get to it.
·        Never leave credit cards, or chequebook, in the glove compartment – you could end up loosing a lot of money.
·        If you can't take all your belongings with you when you leave the car – lock them out of sight in the boot.

REMEMBER IT TAKES ONLY SECONDS TO BREAK INTO A CAR AND STEAL.

Posted on 03 Apr 2007 by Dave

Parish Plan Spring Event

Look out for our information stall, run jointly with Salthouse Farm NHW at the Spring Event in Severn Beach Primary School on Saturday 31st March from 11.30am to 4pm. There will be a chance for Pilning Residents who want to reform the Pilning NHW to register their interest. All sorts of things are happening from snakes to massage, and if you get too hot under the collar, the Fire Brigade will be there!

Posted on 21 Mar 2007 by Frances

Congratulations!

We send our sincere congratulations to Richard Corrigan on his promotion to Chief Inspector and on the recent addition to his family. This means, unfortunately, that he leaves Filton for Southfork (Portishead HQ) but we wish him well.

Posted on 09 Mar 2007 by Frances

Theft at Cribbs Causeway, Bristol

Theft

Images

Image 1 of 8

Three Cartier watches, one with a brown strap and the other with gold straps.

A man and a woman standing in a store, both wearing dark clothing, the man has light coloured shoes.

A man with dark hair standing near a display cabinet.

A man with a dark green jacket and a woman wearing a dark coat over a light polo neck jumper.

A woman with her hair tied back and wearing glasses and a three quarter length coat.

A man with dark clothing and wearing distinctive patterned shoes.

A man and a woman standing at a display case with an assistant (blurred out).

Case reference: EM094_07
Location of incident: Cribbs Causeway, Bristol
Date of incident: 10 February 2007
Number of people involved: 7

Details:
Can you help us identify various people who we think may be able to help with our enquiries into a case of theft?

A number of suspects entered a jewellery store in Cribbs Causeway. The staff were distracted by two couples and two juveniles. Another male then removed three watches valued at £38,000 in total. It is believed that similar offences occurred in Lancashire and Cumbria.

The watches are described as 1) a small Tank Francaise watch, 18K yellow gold with Roman numerals and the gold braclet set with round-cut diamonds.(2) A medium Tank Francaise watch in 18k yellow gold with Roman numerals and sword-shaped blued steel hands. (3) A medium Tank Francaise watch in 18K gold with an alligator strap with 18k gold ardillon buckle.

Anyone with any information regarding this case should contact Crimestoppers immediately.

Posted on 08 Mar 2007 by Dave

Distraction Burglaries

Message Number D17 260207 Sent by Melanie Andrews, NHW Administrator This message is being sent to make you aware that there has been a spate of Distraction Burglaries in South Gloucestershire recently. Please advise all NHW members and any other elderly or vulnerable people you know not to allow unknown visitors into their homes, reminding them of the Stop, Chain Check code. Also inform them that if someone calls pertaining to be from any of the utility companies, this will usually are an attempt distraction as these companies make appointments previous to visits. Official callers’ will always have identification and many companies now use a password scheme, set up when booking appointments. If you would like further information and leaflets regarding bogus callers, please contact the Community Safety Dept on 0117 9454127 Always remember IF IN DOUBT, KEEP THEM OUT!!! If you see anyone acting suspiciously, please call 0845 456 7000 and ask for the call to be logged NHW and the message number D17 260207. If a crime is in progress call 999. .

Posted on 28 Feb 2007 by Dave

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