NHW Update 21st March to 28th March
Hello Folks,
Here is the latest NHW Update. This one will be
my last issue for a while as I am on Annual Leave until the end of April.
A bit long you may think, but it is because my mum is visiting from New Zealand
and will be having my undivided attention. In my absence Chrissie
Stallard-Daniels our Front Counter Clerk will be compiling the Updates with
input from the Local Policing Teams, and will do a fine job I'm sure.
First apologies for an omission on the last
Update.
13th March
- A property in Bishops Frome was the
victim of another break-in when thieves broke into a locked store situated in
a field, and removed mowers and strimmers. The offenders gained access
by sawing off a padlock and then used a wheelbarrow to move some of the items.
Enquiries are ongoing.
21st March
- Cash stolen in Ledbury
robberyPolice are appealing for information
following a robbery at the Wine Rack store in Ledbury High Street on Friday
evening . A small amount of cash was taken after a man entered the store
and demanded money shortly before 9.30pm. He was carrying a plastic bag
which is thought to have contained a hammer, although no direct threats were
made and no-one from the store suffered any injury. The man left the
store and disappeared into the town centre immediately afterwards, with the
whole incident lasting less than a minute.Incidents of this kind are unusual in
Herefordshire and police are treating it extremely seriously, but we believe
the offender may be local so we are keen to speak to anyone who believes they
may recognise the man from his description. He is described as white and aged
in his 20s, between 5ft 8ins and 5ft 10ins tall and of slim to medium
build. His clothing was quite distinctive, as he was wearing a ‘parka’
style jacket with a furry lining around the hood. Underneath he wore a
hoodie in a light-coloured camouflage style - the hood was worn up - and dark
coloured tracksuit trousers.Police are continuing to study CCTV
footage from the area at the time of the incident and conducting enquiries in
the Ledbury area. Anyone with information should contact DC Sue Prosser
at Hereford CID on 08457 444888. “Information can also be reported
anonymously to Crimestoppers by anyone who would prefer not to talk to the
police direct. You won’t be identified from the call and you may qualify
for a reward if your information leads to an arrest and
charge
22nd March
- A large flower pot with flowers in it was stolen
overnight from a property in Huntingdon, Cradley. Residents believe someone may have heard activity as it was too
big to have been carried off without difficulty. - Residents at Pound Bridge in Brook Lane, Cradley had one of their gates stolen overnight. Thieves
removed the gate by lifting it off the hinges and carrying it off.
The resident believed they heard something at about midnight, but as it was a
stormy night, thought it was the wind. The gate is described as black
painted, wrought iron 6ft x 4ft high. Have you seen anything that
might help trace the thieves. Please
be aware that the theft of metals/wrought iron/cabling continues to be a major
problem at the moment with the price of scrap being very high. It is
highly likely that the residents have been the victims of scrap metal thieves.
The Police are very interested to gain information relating to this type of
crime under Operation Livewire.Follow
up - following a search
by local residents, I am pleased to report that the missing gate was later
located by the intrepid Steve Dawe, the gate having been dumped in a stream
within the vicinity of the theft. Steve spotted the gate in the murky
depths of the stream and waded in up to his waist to retrieve it. Well
done Steve for service above and beyond the call of duty!!. Needless to
say what now looks like a prank, caused unnecessary distress to the residents,
and we would be very interested to hear from anyone who might know who the
culprits are. Someone needs a bit of advice!! This also does
not negate the warning regarding theft of metal - keep your eyes peeled for
any suspicious activity.
23rd March
- A resident in Jubilee Drive, Upper Colwall reported criminal damage to their vehicle while it was parked
overnight. Persons unknown have 'keyed' scratches onto the bonnet and
passenger side door.
25th March
- A Church of England Property
in Biddulph Way,
Ledbury was found to have a rear
window damaged, by persons unknown. Nothing was seen or heard.
26th March
- A property in Barnetts Ave, Ledbury was
burgled by persons unknown. Thieves entered the property by using a key
which had been left under a flower pot outside the front door, and once inside
removed an XBox 360 and 6 games. Enquiries are ongoing. Please note that
leaving your door key under a flower pot or similar is one of the most
likely place for would-be thieves to look for a key to a property and should
be discouraged at all times.
27th March
- A shop assistant in
Ledbury,
had their handbag stolen from behind the counter where it was stored.
The bag, which contained a sum of money and personal items was taken over the
space of an hour when the assistant was otherwise occupied. Nothing was
seen or heard. - A group of 5 men and 1 female were reported as
acting suspiciously in a Post Office in Lower Eggleton.
Arriving in a white Peugeot 405 - S419.JW suspicions were aroused when they
attempted to change a wad of £10 notes into £50 notes. Another scam in
process? Fortunately this one was thwarted.
28th March
- A metallic Blue BMX stunt bike was stolen
overnight from the garden of property in Miller Craddock Way, Ledbury. The bike which is described as quite unique in style, has black
mag plastic alloy wheels 3 x spoke, Model: Hyper. Any sightings should
be reported to the Police.
From - Margaret Hodgson, Front Counter Clerk, Bromyard Police
Station
14th
March
A property at Bodenham was
broken into between 17:30 last night and 07:00 this morning. A trench rammer was
stolen along with several other power tools and an 80 m roll of copper
cable.
Slabs and tiles were stolen from Broadbridge
overnight.
Observations please for an grey Escort van, M--- POC, possibly involved
in the theft of scrap metal.
If you have any information regarding the
above please contact us on 08457 444888.
20th March
2008
Two suspicious males were seen in the vicinity of The
Schallenge yesterday. When challenged they said they were looking for bamboo
canes. Males are described as in their 30s/40s, well built, and one had a
greyish anorak with hood. Any sightings please let us know.
Once again the ticket machine on the Conquest theatre
car park has been vandalised. This is the second time this week. Please call us
immediately if you see anyone attack this machine. It costs the council
taxpayers a lot of money each time it is vandalised, both in terms of lost
revenue and also in repair costs.
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IF YOU SUSPECT IT REPORT IT CAMPAIGN
A national campaign is now underway in support of the National
Counter Terrorist Strategy (CONTEST). We are asking people to help stop
terrorists in their tracks, by trusting their instincts and passing on
information about any unusual activity or behaviour to the Anti Terrorist
Confidential Hotline. The campaign is being conducted in partnership with West
Midlands Police ,Warwickshire Police and Staffordshire Police.
Although the threat is real, the
campaign has not been launched in response to any specific threat.
"If you
suspect it report it" is the key message of
the campaign and will involve use of local newspapers and commercial radio
stations and the display of posters in prominent public places relating to
suspicious use of mobile telephones, cameras and premises.
It is important to remember that you as a
member of the public can make a significant impact in the fight against
terrorism and we urge you to support the campaign by reporting
anything you feel is unusual or suspicious by calling the Police on the
Anti Terrorist confidential hotline on 0800 789
321.
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Good Citizens Awards
2008
The search for this year’s Good
Citizens is now underway and we hope that you will lend your support by
nominating any public spirited young people in your community, school or
organisation.
The Good Citizen Awards recognise acts
of community spirit, generosity and outstanding courage by people aged 18 and
under and is an opportunity to reward those young people whose actions have made
a difference to the lives of others.
Everyone who is nominated will be
invited to a divisional award ceremony, which will take place in late June/early
July in Hereford, Telford and Worcester. Ten young people, two from each
of West Mercia’s five divisions, will then be invited to attend the Good Citizen
of the Year award ceremony in October. The ten finalists will all receive
an additional award and the overall winner will receive a trophy and a
cheque.
The closing date for nominations
is Friday 23rd May
2008.
Thank you for your support, if you have
any queries please do not hesitate to contact Sgt Tim Williams, Good Citizen
Co-ordinator, Local Policing Support Team
on 01905 331804 or my e-mail address:
timothy.h.williams@westmercia.pnn.police.uk
OUTSTANDING SMARTWATER
ORDERS
These are in the
pipeline and will be delivered as soon as they arrive. Alternatively we
may call you to arrange for collection from Ledbury Police Station.
That's it folks. Summertime begins on Sunday
and Spring is definitely on it's way. Keep up the good work - we couldn't
do it without you.
Alison Dore
Community Support Officer
Ledbury
Rural
Mob: 07970 602338