Horsham Weekly Bulletin

Tuesday 10th September 2019

Crime Summary

Burglary

Reference: 1608 7th September Location: Palmer Court, Date and time: Between 1230hrs and 2230hrs 7th September Details: Someone used an item from the garden to break patio doors, entry was made and jewellery and cash were stolen.

Reference: 1185 8th September Location: Chestnut Walk, Date and time: Between 7th and 8th September Details: unknown how entry was made to the property, Jewellery was stolen.

Reference: 0601 9th September Location: Fryern Road, Storrington Date and time: During daytime Details: A window was broken at the rear of the property, unknown if anything stolen.

Reference: 0850 9th September Location: Brighton Road, Date and time: Between 0830hrs and 1530hrs 9th September Details: A rear window was broken and a passport was stolen.

Burglary other than Dwelling

Reference: 0947 3rd September Location: Bines Green, Date and time: Between 0400hrs and 0500hrs 3rd September Details: A garage door was forced and power tools were stolen.

1 Reference: 1241 4th September Location: Bines Green, Partridge Green Date and time: Between 1st September and 4th September Details: A garage door was forced and power tools were stolen.

Reference: 0473 5th September Location: Rowhook Hill, Rowhook, Date and time: Between 0700hrs and 1600hrs 4th September Details: A shed was entered and a lawn mower and hedge trimmer were stolen.

Reference: 0738 5th September Location: Picts Lane, Date and time: Between 0500hrs and 1900hrs 4th September Details: A lock was removed and damage was caused to a garage door, tools and a motor bike were stolen.

Other The Newsletter below is produced by one of our Volunteers in

Southwater Community Police Office

Pioneering Initiative Opened in September 1996, the Southwater Community Police Office is a unique facility for Southwater, set up and run by volunteers from the Community.

Season of Mists and Mellow Fruitfulness The nights are drawing in and it’s time to think about stepping up your security. As it gets dark earlier, remembering to lock up, to put some lights on and to close your curtains, all help keep those burglars at bay. If you are concerned about something suspicious, call 101 or, in an emergency, always dial 999.

Trick or Treat? If you are going out trick or treating, please do not call on the elderly or anyone else who may be afraid. If they have a sign up saying “No Trick or Treat”, please respect this request and do not call there. If you would like one of these signs for your house, we have plenty available in the Police Office. Please pop in to collect one.

Penny for the Guy Did you know that until 1959 it was illegal not to celebrate bonfire night in the UK? To find out more fascinating facts and tips for a safe and fun-filled bonfire night, visit: www.bonfire-night-safety.co.uk

Our opening hours are: Monday - Friday 09:30 - 12:30 and 14:30 - 17:00 Southwater Community Police Office Beeson House, Lintot Square, Southwater Tel: 01403 734417

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News and appeals

Three arrested following Horsham assault

Three people were arrested by police following an assault in Horsham.

Officers attended New Street, Horsham, around 11pm on Monday (September 3) following reports of a verbal and physical altercation involving a group of five people.

The victims, a man in his 30s and a man in his 60s, both suffered cuts and bruising to their faces.

A 21-year-old of no fixed address was arrested on suspicion of assaulting a person thereby occasioning them actual bodily harm and obstructing or resisting a constable in execution of duty; an 18-year-old man from Horsham was arrested on suspicion of affray and possession of a class B drug and a 16-year-old boy from Horsham was arrested on suspicion of assaulting a person thereby occasioning them actual bodily harm.

All three remain in custody and the investigation is ongoing. Anyone who could aid our investigation is asked to report online or call 101 quoting 1560 of 02/09. https://news.sussex.police.uk/news/three-arrested-following-horsham-assault- 380116

Wristwatch and gold cartouche stolen in Cowfold burglary

An Omega lady's wristwatch and a distinctive gold cartouche were stolen in a burglary in Cowfold.

The house in Thornden was targeted between 11.30am and 6pm on Friday, July 26. The wristwatch has the serial number Metal Ref AR50 761 089 Mov.No.1458 DL7950899 and police are particularly appealing to jewellers and other dealers to be aware of the item.

The gold cartouche pendant which is pictured on our website has Egyptian hieroglyphic symbols.

Anybody with information or who may have seen anyone acting suspiciously in the area, close to the junction of the A272 and A281, at the time, is asked to report online or call 101 quoting serial 1330 of 26/07. https://news.sussex.police.uk/news/wristwatch-and-gold-cartouche-stolen-in- cowfold-burglary-380228

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Policing Minister visits Sussex to launch national PC recruitment campaign

On the day of the launch of the national campaign to recruit 20,000 extra police officers, Minister of State for Crime, Policing and the Fire Service, Kit Malthouse, visited Police Headquarters, Lewes, to learn more about officer recruitment in Sussex.

Mr Malthouse was welcomed by Chief Constable Giles York and PCC Katy Bourne, and spent time inspecting and meeting new recruits – including 72 trainee PCs and 18 apprentice PCSOs – and saw first-hand how Sussex Police has accelerated police officer recruitment to its highest levels in a decade.

Policing Minister Kit Malthouse said: "We have wasted no time in launching the national campaign to recruit 20,000 police officers today, a priority of this government.

“We want to see people from all backgrounds in Sussex sign up to join the police force’s ranks.

“They must have one thing in common – a desire to protect communities, tackle crime and be a force for all.”

Sussex Police Chief Constable Giles York said: “We were honoured to have Mr Malthouse join us at Police Headquarters on the day we launch our latest police officer recruitment drive, providing the opportunity to discuss the national campaign, Be A Force For All, which will see 20,000 officers recruited nationally over the coming years.

Successful recruits will join Sussex Police as an officer through one of two new entry routes created by the College of Policing, with the demands of modern day policing in mind. The Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship offers a three-year apprenticeship programme with both on and off-the-job learning, leading to degree in Professional Policing Practice.

The Degree Holder Entry Programme is aimed at existing degree holders of any subject area and offers a two-year practice-based programme, after which individuals receive a level six graduate diploma in professional policing practice.

If you have the judgement to make quick decisions; are confident to be the first person in; have the compassion and empathy to help those in need and the resilience to serve the community every single day, then being a police officer could be the career you have always dreamed of. To apply, visit: https://www.sussex.police.uk/police-forces/sussex- police/areas/careers/jobs/police-officers/ before midnight, Thursday 19 September.

*In June 2019, Sussex Police received almost 1,100 people applications from

4 people who had the desire to become a police officer in the county, including an uplift in female and BAME applicants.

For the full story and to see photos please click on the link or go to our website. https://news.sussex.police.uk/news/policing-minister-visits-sussex-to-launch- national-pc-recruitment-campaign-380450

September Fraud Newsletter

This month’s newsletter includes simple steps to prevent your online accounts from being hacked and also the current Facebook and Sat Nav scams. https://www.sussex.police.uk/SysSiteAssets/media/downloads/sussex/advice/oper ations-initiatives-and-watch-schemes/operation-signature/latest-fraud- newsletter.pdf

Help us keep Sussex safe

If you saw or heard anything, or have any information about any incident in this message please contact us online, email us at [email protected] call 101, quoting the reference number provided.

Alternatively you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111, or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org

Links and attachments: Sussex Police will only ever link you to secure Websites we trust. We will only send you attachments where we believe it is absolutely necessary.

Message Sent By Janice Brown (Police, Prevention Support & Engagement Officer, Sussex)

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