May 2021.Pdf
Total Page:16
File Type:pdf, Size:1020Kb
Runcorn Local Policing Unit Grange Ward Newsletter May 2021 Local News Update Welcome to your May 2021 Newsletter for your area ... On 17th May the Government lifted further restrictions on the public, with some luck the final restrictions placed on us all will be lifted on the 21st June. For this to happen we all still need to ensure we follow the current guidance and en- sure we stick to the 2 metre rule and wear a face mask where required. We still need to be cautious to get back to a more normal way of life. May saw Cheshire Constabulary’s intensification week on ‘County Lines’. This was a week of action targeting those who cause the most harm in our communities. The LPU held a range activities including executing warrants, educa- tional visits & presentations, plain clothed and uniformed patrols in your local area along with Joint agency working helping those most vulnerable. We have also seen a slight increase in Burglary offences in your area, please ensure that your property is secure at all times and any suspicious behaviour is reported to us promptly. If any of you wish to set up your own ‘Homewatch’ scheme in your street please contact me directly. PC Chris Birchall [email protected] PCSO Nick Fowler [email protected] Police surgery - upcoming meetings Because of Coronavirus the weekly beat surgeries are canceled until further notice. Don’t forget you can direct mes- sage via the below social media channels at any time with a question or query. These accounts are not monitored 24/7 and there may be a slight delay in receiving a response. News Stories From Your Local Area Arson on Cotton Lane There was an incident on Cotton Lane this month which is believed to be arson. One property was damaged inside. The fire is believed to have start- ed from the inside of the property. Police are working in conjunction with the local council and housing providers to clear potential hazards and keep the community safe. If you have any information about this incident please call 101 and quote IML 986416. Sycamore Road the focus for May’s ‘Street of the week’ ASB surveys have been delivered to addresses on Sycamore Road this month. If you received one through your door then please fill it out and pop it back in the post using the prepaid envelope included. It’s really important to us that you share your views on what it’s like to live in your area and what the issues are that we should be looking at more closely. We want you to have more say in what the local policing priorities are, if it matters to you we need to know about it. Covid-19 restrictions Step 4 - not before 21 June Social contact By Step 4 which will take place no earlier than 21 June, the government hopes to be in a position to re- move all legal limits on social contact. Business, activities and events We hope to reopen remaining premises, including nightclubs, and ease the restrictions on large events and performances that apply in Step 3. This will be subject to the results of a scientific Events Research Programme to test the outcome of certain pilot events through the spring and summer, where we will trial the use of testing and other techniques to cut the risk of infection. The same Events Research Pro- gramme will guide decisions on whether all limits can be removed on weddings and other life events. As we move through each of these phases in the roadmap, we must all remember that COVID-19 re- mains a part of our lives. We are going to have to keep living our lives differently to keep ourselves and others safe. We must carry on with ‘hands, face, space’. Comply with the COVID-Secure measures that remain in place. Meet outdoors when we can and keep letting fresh air in. Get tested when needed. Get vaccinated when offered. If we all continue to play our part, we will be that bit closer to a future that is more familiar. News Stories From Your Local Area ASB at the Grangeway Shops There have been a number of reports recently of youths causing issues in the area of the shops on Grangeway. Underage drinking and loutish behaviour and issues with bicycles and scooters being ridden antisocially have all been reported. Beat officers will be making high visibility patrols of the area to deal with any issues and disperse any groups of youths congregating. Local residents are encouraged to report any antisocial behaviour by calling 101. News Stories From Your Local Area Presentation delivered at Halton Lodge Primary School on ASB and consequences PCSO’s Fowler and Hamilton-Kent have been to Halton Lodge Primary School this month to speak with the students about anti-social behaviour and consequences of crime. It was great to visit the school and listen to the interesting questions that the students asked. News Stories From Your Local Area Thieves target unsecured vehicles Officers are investigating several instances of unknown individuals trying car doors across the beat and wider Runcorn area. We have received CCTV images that are currently being looked at to hopefully identify the offenders. You can reduce the risks by following some simple advice: Make sure you have locked your vehicle and your windows are closed too, even for short stops. Use your garage or park in well-lit, well-populated and overlooked areas. Use car parks that have parking attendants and ones with Park Mark accreditation. These car parks are designed to be safe environments and are approved by the police. Remove your valuables. Even bags, jackets, cases and toys have a value to thief. A jacket could contain cash or cigarettes that may encourage them. Lock them away in your boot but only if you cannot access the boot from the rear seats and you cannot unlock the boot from a switch in the cabin. Remove loose change from view. Its presence may tip the scales in any decision on whether to attempt to break in. Remove electronics such as sat-navs. You should also remove any holders or chargers and wipe clear suction cup marks. Any evidence could encourage a thief to look further. If you have expensive in-car entertainment, consider a better alarm. Most car alarms rely on the doors of the vehicle being opened. If you have expensive aftermarket systems or a security cubby, consider fitting a Thatcham approved alarm that also detects entry into the cabin of your vehicle. Keep your vehicle tidy. Clutter in the foot wells could make a thief feel it’s worth a look whilst envelopes left on seats could contain something worth stealing. News Stories From Your Local Area Loan Shark Dangers The England Illegal Money Lending Team has launched a new campaign warning people about the dangers of loan sharks on dating apps and social media sites. Loan sharks are using dating apps and social media sites to trick people into taking out loans. These criminals are trapping victims in a cycle of debt and misery and enforcing repayment by blackmail and threats of violence. The Stop Loan Sharks helpline is open 24/7 on 0300 555 2222. Live Chat is also available on the website between 9am and 5pm weekdays at www.stoploansharks.co.uk. News Stories From Your Local Area ASB at Langdale Road There have been a number of reports recently of youths causing issues in the area of the shops on Langdale Road. Underage drinking and loutish behaviour and issues with e scooters being ridden antisocially have all been reported. Beat officers will be making high visibility patrols of the area to deal with any issues and disperse any groups of youths congregating. Local residents are encouraged to report any antisocial behaviour by calling 101. News Stories From Your Local Area Motorcycle thefts This time of year we usually see a rise in illegal off road bike activity likely due to the good weather and lighter evenings. Unfortunately this also leads to an increase in motorbike and moped/ scooter thefts too. Operation Scrambler is currently active and we urge any member of the public that sees illegal off road bike activity to report it to us either via 101 or the report an incident feature Report a road traffic incident | Cheshire Constabulary As I’m sure you will appreciate tackling a bike moving at high speed presents serious risks not only to officers but to the rider also who often make dangerous manoeuvres to avoid us. Operation scrambler One of the most successful ways of tackling this issue is to locate where the bikes are being stored and who is riding them, this enables us to deal with the problem before the bike gets mobile and puts the public and other road users at risk. If you or someone you know has information about who rides such bike or where they are being stored you can let us know in confidence by calling 101, emailing [email protected] or contacting any of the local beat area social media accounts by direct message. News Stories From Your Local Area Neighbourhood Watch Neighbourhood Watch Over the last few months we have been promoting Neighbourhood watch across the Runcorn area. We have seen a number of new schemes start up but the Grange area currently only has one scheme in place which is a real shame. Neighbourhood Watch is all about good neighbours keeping an eye out for each other and sharing information to keep their properties and community safe and make it a better place to live.