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Safer Neighbourhood News Cluster Inspector News Inspector Nicki Reynolds
Welcome to the December Newsletter the final one for 2015. The theme throughout the newsletters you have received this year has been crime prevention, we are entering the "Christmas Period" which for many of you means you have additional items in your homes and many of them will be valuable both to you and your families but also to criminals. As I have said before many crimes are opportunist and that opportunity is often provided because a house looks different to others in the road and that’s because there are no lights on or post is piling up in a porch for a criminal this indicates that that house may be empty and the risk of trying to get in and out without being caught appears to reduce, please don’t let this be your home invest in timer switches that allow lights and even radios to be timed to come on and off if you are out. If you are planning to go away then please spend some time looking at how secure your home is and as always if you would like some crime prevention advice one of my team will happily come and discuss this with you. My teams have been patrolling and identifying vulnerable houses this has ranged from residents leaving doors and windows open, to houses in darkness anything they find they have been leaving a card entitled "while you were out" to the owners highlighting the vulnerability. We have also been looking at vehicles where property has been left on display and again we are regularly seeing this and also cars that have been left unlocked. Please don’t let your home or car be that opportunity that a criminal is looking for. So to finish off 2015 I urge you check your home Security. Best wishes and Happy New tear when 2016 arrives.
I recently met with your CAPE chairs and the priorities we set for the coming months on the West Cluster are as follows:
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1 Burglary Reduce Southgate Green ward.
(Continued from May)
2 ASB Reduce ASB relating to Broomfield School Pupils at end of school day
Arnos Grove & vicinity to include MOPAC crimes
3 MV Crime Reduce MV crime in Southgate Green & Bowes Wards.
(Continued from May)
As always we urge you to review your home and vehicle security and if you would like to speak to us then please contact us on the ward number or email, we will be more than happy to pay you a visit. Also if you have any friends, relatives or neighbours that you think would benefit from crime prevention advice please let us know.
There were 57 recorded crimes on the Ward during this period. Burglary There were 25 residential burglaries on the ward this month. Burglary 03/11/2015 0800 1830 BRYCEDALE CRESCENT, N14. Residential burglary. Victim returned from work to discover the back door open. The property was left in an untidy state with several items of personal property missing.
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05/11/2015 1530 1800 CRANFORD AVENUE, N13. Suspect(s) have broken into the property, conducted an untidy search and stolen various items.
07/11/2015 0930 1100 SHAKESPEARE AVENUE, N11
Unknown suspects have forced open the front door then untidy search throughout. £1,000 of Hong Kong dollars stolen and, £500 of gold Jewellery and bank cards stolen.
09/11/2015 2335 TELFORD ROAD, N11. Unknown suspects entered the premises as trespassers with a stun gun.
09/11/2015 2042 2043 FORESTDALE, N14. Unknown sus forced entry to premises and stolen items from within
10/11/2015 2030 2040 CHANDOS AVENUE, N14. Victim is having some repairs done on her address. Suspect came to the door posing as a water board official. Gained entry to the property and told the family to check the taps in the kitchen. Suspects disturbed and made off.
11/11/2015 2000 1350 MILTON GROVE, N11. 8/11/2015 11/11/2015. Possible tool used to force glass panel in back door to shatter and fall out, causing entry point to property.
12/11/2015 0710 2030 ABBOTSHALL AVENUE, N14. Residential address broken into. Suspect forced open the rear window causing damage. No property taken.
12/11/2015 1610 1636 BROOMFIELD LANE, N13. Smashed skylight and stole approximately £20,000 in property
15/11/2015 1320 1628 ABBOTSHALL AVENUE, N14 13/11/201515/11/2015. Victim has been burgled. Suspects have gained entry via the rear patio doors and exited the same way after conducting an untidy search and taking items listed on prop page.
16/11/2015 0351 POWYS LANE, N13. Suspect unknown used a tool to lever the window open causing the window to pop open, from that suspect has gained entry to the house stealing a mobile phone but was then disturbed by homeowner and fled.
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17/11/2015 1745 1745 WESTMINSTER DRIVE, N13. Homeowner was at home when 2 suspects attempted to break in to premises
18/11/2015 1800 1805 ARNOS GROVE, N14. By suspects unknown attempting to force entry to the venue in an apparent attempt to steal property from within.
18/11/2015 1000 1730 FOX LANE, N13. Unknown suspect(s) have entered the address through an upstairs window and taken items from within and left by the same means.
20/11/2015 1700 2130 LANGSIDE CRESCENT, N14. Unknown person/s has broken 2 windows in an attempt to gain entry to the property.
21/11/2015 1100 2115 BOWES ROAD, N11. Point of entry gained through front door, untidy search carried out throughout the address, multiple items taken.
21/11/2015 2039 2230 LORNE HOUSE, WELD PLACE, N11. Suspects entered by forcing the front door, and exited the same way. Untidy search conducted throughout the entire property.
24/11/2015 1500 2130 BOWES ROAD, N11. Suspect(s) have forced open porch door and front door using a blunt instrument, made an untidy search and stolen a TV, believed further property stolen.
25/11/2015 0800 1902 OAKFIELD ROAD, N14. Suspect(s) unknown entering by smashing the rear glass door, conducting untidy search and removing jewelry, exiting by the same route.
25/11/2015 1100 1700 SELBORNE ROAD, N14. Front door left open, unknown suspect/s has entered the property and taken a laptop.
28/11/2015 1630 1805 RAITH AVENUE, N14. Unknown person has forced entry to the rear door and taken items from inside.
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28/11/2015 1600 1800 CHANDOS AVENUE, N14. Unknown person has broken in via the rear door and removed property before leaving.
30/11/2015 0100 0510 THE RIDGEWAY, N14. Window removed and safe taken
30/11/2015 0350 4000 MINCHENDEN CRESCENT, N14. By suspect attempting to force entry to premises via wooden framed window causing damage to the glass
30/11/2015 1000 1400 NEW SOUTHGATE INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, LOWER PARK ROAD, N11 . Unknown suspect entered container, stealing a generator and left the scene
We still offer all residents the opportunity of having a crime prevention survey carried out on their home. Simply contact us via the details on this newsletter to arrange an appointment.
Motor Vehicle Crime There have been a total of seven (18) motor vehicle crimes on the ward this month. 02/11/2015 1430 1500 OAKFIELD ROAD, N14. By person(s) unknown stealing the front number plate from victims unattended motor vehicle when parked at the venue.
02/11/2015 2230 1330 GROVE ROAD, N11. Victim parked her vehicle on residential street near to a friends address overnight. The vehicle was locked and secure, the drivers side window was smashed, the vehicle looked through and the wing mirror from the driver side taken
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06/11/2015 1000 1154 O/S CONSTRUCTION SITE, PALMERS ROAD, N11 Van was parked in contractors car park, victim returned to van and noticed item of machinery missing but no damage to the van.
08/11/2015 2000 1100 ARNOS GROVE, N14
By suspect unknown entering victims car and rummaging through .No damage and no property was taken.
11/11/2015 0100 0825 MINCHENDEN CRESCENT, N14. Lights and stereo taken
12/11/2015 2300 01730 ARNOS GROVE, N14. Victim has parked vehicle outside address last night and on returning this morning, damage has been caused to the nearside window and entry gained. Property was stolen.
12/11/2015 2000 0630 INVERFORTH ROAD, N11. By unknown person(s) taking victims front and rear plates without his permission or knowledge.
14/11/2015 1940 0800 BEXHILL ROAD, N11. By suspect unknown stealing tools from van by means unknown.
16/11/2015 1645 1705 FORESTDALE, N14. Victim parked his vehicle outside a property, as he was visiting a friend at 1730 hours he later saw the back doors of his vehicle wide open and realized his hedge trimmer had been stolen.
17/11/2015 1030 ELMWOOD AVENUE, N13. Suspect stole power tools from two insecure work vans
18/11/2015 1118 MORTON WAY, N14. By suspects using a tool to force a door open on the van and taking tools from within.
20/11/2015 1335. OAKFIELD ROAD N14. Unknown suspects have taken tools from unlocked van before driving off in a silver Corsa or Golf
20/11/2015 2030 1400 HIGHVIEW GARDENS, N11. Car wheel taken overnight by suspects unknown
22/11/2015 1800 0800 WILMER WAY, N14 7HT. Theft from motor vehicle no damage to vehicle
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24/11/2015 1130 1200 O/S CHURCH COURT, GROVE ROAD, N11. Two vans owned by same company broken into and tools taken
26/11/2015 0100 PALMERS ROAD, N11. Property taken from centre console of vehicle which is believed to have been left unlocked.
26/11/2015 1200 2045 NR ARNOS ROAD. Victim parked vehicle in the free parking bays opposite HARVESTER. Victim was away for a few days and on 26/11/15 noticed the rear panel doors were damaged and opened the door and tools were taken.
30/11/2015 0300 WATERFALL ROAD, N14. Theft from vehicle by persons unknown when left unlocked by owner. Entry made and tidy search carried out. Items taken from glove compartment were a Sat Nav and Money.
Please ensure that you lock your vehicles and never leave any items of value on display. If you see suspicious persons loitering around vehicles please do not hesitate to call the 24hr non emergency number 101. If an offender is seen trying door handles dial 999. We are looking at setting up new Neighbourhood Watch Schemes. What is a NWS? It is a scheme for local residents who are concerned about crime in their neighbourhood/ street and wish to help prevent it. It is NOT run by the Police but by residents who have regular contact – whether by meetings or email groups – to discuss concerns/ problems in their street.
The group will keep in contact with the police who will provide crime statistics and combined solutions to problems in their area.
Members of the local Police team will be on hand to attend residents meetings.
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NWS reduces crime: evidence indicates it cuts crime by between 16 – 26% in areas used.
Reduces the fear of crime by letting people know the real crime levels in their area.
Residents are more aware of crime in their area and ways to prevent it.
Residents can be aware of current crime trends and criminal methods in their area and can act before they become a victim.
Encourages greater liaison between neighbours who work as a group to keep their area safe and crime free.
Membership may save residents money on their house insurance.
If you are interested participating in a scheme or would simply like more details please get in touch with us and we can guide you through the process.
Team News: The Team has been busy throughout November taking part in various operations. As well as the proactive patrols made by the team to bring down burglary and motor vehicle crime. The team has leafleted the vastmajority of the burglary hotspot areas to make residents aware of the increase of motor vehicle crime and to put preventative measures in place. We have also offered extensive crime prevention advice to our residents to improve security on their home.
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PC Michealides has also attended the Indian Deep 50 Plus meeting and offered crime prevention advice. The team also took part in the flag raising ceremony at the NANAK DARBAR, In High Road N11 on the 29th November. We also attended Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic school and provided street safety advice to the children who attend Crime Prevention Southgate Green Ward has been using Predictive Mapping to focus with burglary patrols in parts of the ward where crime has occurred. Although the early evenings are becoming lighter we still notice many homes in total darkness making it obvious that no one is home. Remember to leave a light on or use timer plugs. Keep your doors and windows closed and locked. UPVC doors must be double locked with the key. Be extra vigilant if you know that your neighbours are out. Call police if you see anything suspicious.
Pension Fraud With effect from April 6th this year, when you Reach 55. With effect from April 6th this year, when you reach 55 and if you have been saving in a personal or
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company pension, you will have wider choices with what you do with the fund you have accrued. You will still be able to cash in the fund to buy an annuity giving you a guaranteed income for life, but now you will also be able to release as much of the fund as you wish ... to spend on what you like. Like most financial products, pensions and annuities are regulated by law, including how they are advertised and sold. However, this does not stop scammers approaching you to put your money into fraudulent or otherwise unregulated/poorly managed annuities or investment schemes, with the result that you will lose some or all of the savings you were relying on for your retirement. There will also be less protection from pension companies in the way of your fund being frozen, if you have chosen to draw your money rather than transferring it between legitimate providers.
CRIME PREVENTION
Motor vehicle Top 5 most common items stolen from vehicles
1. Electrical items - Laptops, portable navigation units and mobile phones
2. Unattended bags left in view - documents such as Disabled badges
3. Number plates
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4. Alloy wheels
5. Catalytic converters (part of the exhaust system)
What you need to do
● Close your windows and sunroof Lock all doors and activate any security devices when leaving the vehicle even for a few minutes. Check your doors manually as remote locking devices can sometimes be affected by electronic interference.
● Take all valuables including sunglasses with you if you can. If you are unable to take them from the vehicle lock them in the boot or place them out of view.
● Remove parking permits, radio face plates and Satnavs including their cradle, ensuring to wipe the window where the Satnav holder may have left a visible mark.
● Fit a locking petrol cap if your vehicle doesn’t already have one. Fit anti tamper screws on your number plates and locking wheel nuts if not standard.
● Consider getting a steering lock or gearstick lock and pedal box to improve security of your unattended vehicle.
● Park with care, particularly at night or if you are leaving the vehicle for some time. If possible always park in a busy, well lit area. Managed car park facilities may be a better choice a list of Police approved
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safer car parks can be found at the British Parking Association website.
● Avoid leaving car keys close to your front door or in a visible location. A thief can reach in using a hand or device and steal the keys to your vehicle. Fitting a plate to the rear of the letterbox opening can prevent this.
● Up coming events:
Our next drop in surgery will take place on Saturday 19th December 2015 1500 1600
Crime prevention mobile Police
Wednesday 23rd December 2015 at various locations around the ward
Our Next CAPE Meeting To be confirmed in due course. Garfield school will not be open to the public until after the School break, therefore we will be unable to conduct our usual CAPE meeting until after the festive season.
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Southgate Green Ward Team PS Perry Lafrenais Dedicated Ward Officers: PC Ares Michaelides PCSO Sab Hassan Telephone number 020 8721 2680 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]
Useful Contacts 24/7 Police Station
● Edmonton Police station 462 Fore Street, Edmonton N9 0PW
Front Counters Monday to Friday 10am6pm
● Enfield Police Station 41 Baker Street, Enfield, EN1 3EU
Contact Points Wednesday and Thursday evenings 7pm8pm & Saturday afternoon 2pm3pm.
● Southgate Police Station 25 Chase Side, N14 5BW ● Hertford Road SN base
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864866 HertfordRoad, Enfield, EN3 6UD
● Morrisons Supermarket Aldermans Hill, N13 4YD
● North Middlesex Hospital, Main Entrance Sterling Way, N18 1QX
WARD ACTIVITIES
Street safety advice for kids from Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic school
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Crime prevention advice given out at the Indian Deep 50 plus and good food enjoyed by
all.
Flag raising ceremony at the NANAK DARBAR In High Road N11 on the 29th November.
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