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WATCH WORD For Leicester & Leicestershire Newsletter of CITY & COUNTY NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH – (LEICESTER & LEICESTERSHIRE) Working in SUPPORT of LEICESTERSHIRE POLICE. Charity No. 1072275 Issue 5/2018 The City & County Neighbourhood Watch is here to represent the concerns of members and their families. We operate entirely outside the police chain of command, so we can always promise an independent and confidential service Working in SUPPORT of LEICESTERSHIRE POLICE

CITY & COUNTY NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH (LEICESTER & LEICESTERSHIRE)

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LEICESTERSHIRE POLICE

Braunstone Blues PCSO urges people to donate

PCSO, Geoff Harrod

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Issued on 26/1/18 at 12:08 p.m. As part of the Braunstone Blues ‘New year, new start’ feature we talk to Police Community Support Officer, Geoff Harrod, who is seconded to the team.

Geoff not only serves the community of Braunstone, by helping to keep them ‘healthy, safe and secure’, but he is also a lifesaver.

For the last 33 years, Geoff has been saving countless lives and helping others by giving blood.

He started donating blood in 1985, and soon moved onto donating platelets and now has a total of 537 donations under his belt.

Talking about his incredible achievement, Geoff said: “It makes me feel like I am giving something back, if I can help to keep someone alive. The feeling that I am helping make a difference makes me incredibly happy.

"I feel it is my purpose in life. I know I have changed lots of people’s lives by doing this. It is important to me and is part of my monthly routine now.”

Geoff donates platelets from his blood every four weeks.

Geoff added: “I’ve been donating blood for a long time now, and I can’t go on forever, it’s now time for new donors to come forward. Please, if you want to make a difference to people’s lives do something special and give blood. It doesn’t take long to donate and you are made to feel very welcome at each donation session.

“Another way of looking at it, is that it is a free health check, as your blood is screened before it can be used. Specialists trained nurses are there to help you feel at ease. You even get a free cup of tea and a biscuit and I am always greeted with a smile!”

Richard Shortland, Head of Donor Marketing Operations, said: “We always need new people in Leicestershire to start donating blood to ensure that stocks across the country are healthy now and in the future.

“We always welcome new donors and we particularly need more black blood donors. For multi-transfused patients to get the best treatment, they need blood which is as closely matched to their ethnicity as possible. However, currently only 1% of blood donors in England are Black.

“This year we are asking people in Leicestershire to focus on giving and to register to give blood. There is a dedicated blood donor centre at 84 Vaughan Way in Leicester. It’s easy to sign up and book your first appointment online or via our mobile phone app.

“By donating blood you will save or improve the lives of up to three people. Do something amazing in 2018. Give blood.”

Geoff is also on The British Bone Marrow Registry and Anthony Nolan register for stem cell donations so he could be a match for someone with blood cancer.

By donating blood, you could save or improve the lives of up to three people, and one platelet donation can help up to three adults or 12 babies or children.

Donors are needed from all blood groups and communities but there is a particular need for more people from black and Asian communities to donate to help provide the right mix of blood.

NHS Blood and Transplant needs around 200,000 new donors every year to maintain the supply for life-saving blood donations. Could you help?

To register as a new blood donor and to see the latest donation sessions in your area, visit www.blood.co.uk.

For more information on the Braunstone Blues team visit, www.braunstoneblues.org or follow the team on Facebook: @braunstoneblues, Twitter: @braunstoneblues, and Instagram: braunstoneblues. ADVICE & INFORMATION

Distraction Burglary

Not all burglars break into your home, some try to trick or con their way in.

Known as distraction burglars, or bogus callers, they will try to mislead you or distract your attention to get into your home and steal your money or valuables.

Most people who call at your home will be genuine but sometimes people turn up unannounced, with the intention of tricking their way into your home. You should always be aware when someone you don’t know calls at your door. They can be convincing and often persuasive.

 Bogus callers may be smartly dressed and claim to be from the council, the police, health organisations or gas, water or electricity companies.  They may be dealers offering to buy your jewellery, antiques or furniture at what seems to be a good price but could actually be a lot less than the item is worth.  They may be workmen trying to persuade you that you need urgent repairs doing to your home. You also need to be careful of callers offering to make building repairs or to tarmac your drive. Sometimes they can ask for money in advance or even overcharge you.  Beware of callers who attempt to distract you by claiming they have seen something untoward in another room or outside, which may encourage you to leave the room.  Fitting, and using, a door chain or spy hole to the front door will help you to check who the caller is before opening and if they cannot produce an official identity card then do not let them in. You can even ring the company they say they are from to confirm their identity.  A genuine caller will not mind you closing the door for two minutes while you check their ID and most will be happy to make an appointment and return at a later date or time.

LEICESTERSHIRE POLICE

POLICE SAFER NEIGHBOURHOOD TEAM

EAST LEICESTER NPA

Evington

This neighbourhood covers Evington village, Evington Park, Leicestershire Golf Club and three secondary schools. There is a good selection of retail outlets in the area and Goodwood includes several places of worship for local residents. In addition the Leicester General Hospital is a major landmark that is within this ward.

To find out more about what's happening in your local area read your local station Inspector's monthly update.

Each dedicated neighbourhood team is supported by the Special Constabulary.

Your dedicated neighbourhood team Sgt Jo Harland

Collar number: 4684

I arrived on the team in March 2017. I have a great deal of experience as a police officer and I will be working with my team to tackle the issues that matter most to the local community.

 Send an email to your neighbourhood team  Leave a voicemail for Sgt Jo Harland by calling 101 and follow the instructions to leave a message for an officer. When prompted, key in the identification number 4684.

PC Martin Peberdy

Collar number: 2016

I am PC 2016 Martin Peberdy and am based on the Evington Beat. I look forward to working with the local community to identify and deal with those issues causing most harm to our communities.

 Send an email to your neighbourhood team  Leave a voicemail for PC Martin Peberdy by calling 101 and follow the instructions to leave a message for an officer. When prompted, key in the identification number 2016.

PC Simon Thompson

Collar number: 2035

I have been employed by Leicestershire Police for over fourteen years as a Police Constable and during my time I have covered a variety of roles ranging from General Response Officer, Pro-active Officer and a Neighbourhood Beat Officer. I have recently requested to become part of a dedicated team as a Neighbourhood Officer covering the NE17 Evington Ward. I have a vast knowledge of this area having spent a large number of years as a youth growing up in the area and already know a lot of the local residents. I look forward to engaging with the residents, local businesses and dealing with community issues that arise

 Send an email to your neighbourhood team  Leave a voicemail for PC Simon Thompson by calling 101 and follow the instructions to leave a message for an officer. When prompted, key in the identification number 2035. PCSO Andy Postlethwaite

Collar number: 6860

I joined Leicestershire Police in July 2009 and have been solely based at Spinney Hill Park police station. I have been working the Evington beat since January 2010.

I am looking forward to working with the residents of the local community to help reduce anti-social behaviour and any other issues that arise in the Evington neighbourhood.

 Send an email to your neighbourhood team  Leave a voicemail for PCSO Andy Postlethwaite by calling 101 and follow the instructions to leave a message for an officer. When prompted, key in the identification number 6860.

PCSO Kayleigh Hubbard

Collar number: 6023

I started as a PCSO for Leicestershire Police in February 2013 and I am now part of the Evington safer neighbourhood team at Spinney Hill Police Station.

I enjoy building positive links within the community and agencies that work within Coleman Ward.

It is very important for local residents to ring the police, visit our office or stop us and speak to us in the street with any concerns or to give us any information. It is only when issues or concerns are reported to us that we know what problems to tackle in the area.

 Send an email to your neighbourhood team  Leave a voicemail for PCSO Kayleigh Hubbard by calling 101 and follow the instructions to leave a message for an officer. When prompted, key in the identification number 6023.

PCSO Jaypal Darbar

Collar number: 6162 I joined Leicestershire Police in July 2017 where I have been assigned to the Evington Ward. I am looking forward to meeting everyone and building good working relationships with the community. If you do see me around then please don’t hesitate to have a chat. My role is to work closely with councils to reduce crime and anti-social behaviour and raise the awareness of crime prevention among the public. I am actively involved in a number of initiatives from visiting nearby schools and colleges to providing a visible and reassuring presence within the community.

 Send an email to your neighbourhood team  Leave a voicemail for PCSO Jaypal Darbar by calling 101 and follow the instructions to leave a message for an officer. When prompted, key in the identification number 6162.

PCSO John Oleh

Collar number: 6660

I joined Leicestershire Police in September 2017 where I have been assigned to the Evington Ward. I am looking forward to meeting everyone and building good working relationships with the community. If you do see me around then please don’t hesitate to have a chat. My role is to work closely with councils to reduce crime and anti-social behavior and raise the awareness of crime prevention among the public. I am actively involved in a number of initiatives from visiting nearby schools and colleges to providing a visible and reassuring presence within the community.

 Send an email to your neighbourhood team  Leave a voicemail for PCSO John Oleh by calling 101 and follow the instructions to leave a message for an officer. When prompted, key in the identification number 6660.

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