Empingham Parish Council

Postings from your NHW Coordinator
(Neville Doughty)

Enjoy, be tolerant, but call 101 about genuine anti-social behaviour this Halloween

Last year, a total of 398 non-emergency calls were taken by police call handlers between 6pm and midnight on October 31; approximately 17 per cent of those related to Halloween. Now Leicestershire Police is reminding people to call 101 with all police non-emergency issues, including genuine anti-social behaviour in the week of Halloween and Bonfire Night festivities.

Superintendent Jez Cottrill said:

"It is important to state that some children will gather together and go from door-to-door to partake in "trick or treating" in the good spirit of Halloween. If done sensitively, this is not anti-social behaviour. Most will not be offended if a resident displays a sign or message to say they do not wish to take part. Most will also simply leave if politely asked to do so.

"Leicestershire Police is committed to reducing anti-social behaviour in local communities. Incidents that are purely noise related such as fireworks and noise nuisance are normally matters dealt with by Local Authorities.

"However, Leicestershire Police does wish to support residents who do experience genuine problems and officers will offer advice to callers who ring 101 or attend if it is appropriate to do so."

To download a 'No Thanks Trick or Treaters' poster go to www.leics.police.uk/halloween

RUTLAND NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH - 24/10/2011

Incidents of note over the past 7 days in the county of Rutland included:

Vehicle Crime

In a lay-by on the A1 late Monday 17th October or early Tuesday 18th October a vehicle had diesel removed from its tank whilst the vehicle was parked up over night. There have been several incidents previously around the Glaston area on the A47 and so can our members please be aware of any suspicious activities around parked up vehicles on their travels.

In the Lyddington area there was reported damage to a motor vehicle during the early hours of Wednesday 19th October.

Commercial Burglary

We have had two reports of commercial burglary in the last week with one happening close to the village of Ketton where entry was gained and a trailer and various tools taken late Tuesday 18th October early Wednesday 19th October. The other report happened at 00.01 on Friday 21st October at Greetham Garden Centre, Oakham Road, Greetham where entry was gained and items removed from the premises.

Theft

Several engines were removed from boats on the south side of Rutland Water close to the village of Edith Weston over night on Wednesday 19th October.

If you can help with any of these, or see anybody or anything acting suspiciously, please call the local Police on 101.

Call Your Local Police 101

101 is now the number to call when you want to contact your local Police - when it's less urgent than 999. Calling 101 replaces the dialling of 0116 222 2222 for non-emergency calls.

When should I call 101?
To report less urgent crime or disorder and for general police enquiries. For example;
· if your car has been stolen;
· if your property has been damaged;
· when you suspect drug use or dealing;
· to report a minor traffic collision;
· to give the Police information about crime in your area;
· if you'd like to speak to your local police officer.

How does it work?
You can call 101 to contact your local police force. The service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For more information visit www.police.uk/101

What does it cost me to call?
Calls from landlines and mobile networks cost 15 pence per call, no matter what time of day or how long you are on the phone.

Can I call 101 if I'm deaf, hard of hearing, speech impaired, or if English is not my first language?
Yes, if you are deaf, hard of hearing or speech impaired you can textphone 18001 101. If you have difficulty speaking English, your local police can access interpreters who can translate your call.

Remember, in an emergency always call 999. (For example, this is when you need an immediate response because a crime is in progress; someone suspected of a crime is nearby; when there is danger to life or when violence is being used or threatened.)

Crime Prevention Tools available from Oakham Police

PCSO Liam Bourne from Oakham Police Station reminds us that, with the darker nights drawing in, it is the ideal time to be aware that our local police have plenty of crime prevention tools which you can utilise. For example, they a timer switch in particular is a good tool to help prevent burglary as you can set the timer to turn on a lamp or light when you are out.

Here is a full list of the products which are available from Oakham Police Station.

Rutland Crime Update - 3rd October 2011

A summary of incidents of note over the past 7 days in the county of Rutland.

Local Education establishment in Oakham was the subject of a Burglary on Sunday afternoon on the 2nd October between 14:33 – 15:17. Two IC1 males forced locks on the gates of the premises and then smashed their way into the building where they stole 20 computers. If anybody saw anything suspicious around the above time please call 0116 222 2222 quoting the crime number LR/00946/11-4

There have been 3 reports of Thefts from Motor Vehicles over the past week in Morcott,Greetham & Oakham. All of these vehicles were insecure on their owner's driveway. Can the public please make sure that they lock their vehicles and make sure that remove any items of property from view.

Lead has again been taken from a church in the county. Could the public be extra vigilant around local churches and, please, report any suspicious activities immediately to Leicestershire Constabulary on 0116 222 2222.

Other reports of Burlgary and theft have been reported in Oakham, Uppingham,Ketton & Hambleton. Could we request with the unusual seasonal weather that people are aware of making sure that their properties are secure at all times.

Church Watch - September 2011

Following increased lead thefts in across Rutland, it has been decided to start a 'Church Watch' for Rutland. This will be a first for Leicestershire & Rutland.

Plans include a 'crime prevention survey' on each Church in the area and a register of the details of all clergy and wardens for each beat. PCSOs have been asked to obtain these details.

(Postscript: Overnight on 2nd/3rd October, a large quantity of lead was taken from the porch roof of Market Overton church. Police remind us of the need to be vigilant, to report any suspicious actibity and not to leave or store nearby ladders, steps or other large objects that might be used to gain access. More recently, overnight on Monday 10th October, there was an attempt to remove a large section of lead from St Marys Church at Edith Weston.)

New Inspector at the helm - 5th September 2011

A new inspector has taken command of Rutland local policing unit.

Inspector Kam Mistry (45) takes over from Inspector Johnny Monks (42) on Monday 5th September 2011. Inspector Mistry has had a wide and varied career. He joined Leicestershire Constabulary 18 years ago in 1993 and worked as a PC in Melton for five years before moving into CID at Hamilton where he worked on a number of major enquiries.

In 1999 he was promoted and worked as a Sergeant at Oakham, Belgrave, Hamilton and Melton. He then became Staff Officer to the Assistant Chief Constable and was promoted to Inspector in 2009 working on a number of strategic projects at Force Headquarters.

He became an Operation Command Inspector (OCI) for the Counties’ BCU covering nine local policing areas before taking over at Rutland in September 2011.

Inspector Monks, who is leaving after two and a half years to head the policing at Loughborough, said; “It has been a great privilege to lead the policing team at Rutland and I know Kam will continue the strong partnership working that has led to year on year reductions in crime particularly in burglary and anti-social behaviour. In the last 12 months we have seen a 56% reduction in burglary on top of significant reductions in the two previous years. The number of reports of anti-social behaviour has also dropped from 1,500 a year to 890, a 21% reduction, which is particularly pleasing.

“This has been achieved thanks to strong partnership working with Rutland County Council, the community safety partnership, neighbourhood watch, police volunteers and the great team of police officers who are proud to patrol the streets of Rutland.”

Commenting on his appointment, Inspector Kam Mistry said; “I am really looking forward to the challenge of policing Rutland and meeting the expectations of the community. I am over whelmed and honoured to take this post as it is a privilege to head the police team in the county.

“I am looking forward to getting to know all our local partners and policing the needs of the community. I hope to build on the excellent work delivered under Johnny’s leadership and will continue to deliver high quality policing I want to be approachable and accessible to local people and ensure good police visibility in Rutland to give community reassurance.”

Inspector Mistry is married with two children and lives in Melton.

Rutland Crime warning May 12, 2011 4:06 PM
We have suffered a spate of thefts of batteries connected to Electric fencing. There has been quite a few over the last couple of days mainly in the north of the county. There have been two sightings of suspected vehicles, the first being a red Citroen, registration similar to R727JZA and the second , a white drop side transit type vehicle.
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Please be aware and alert to these vehicles as it appears they have taken a liking to our area.

Rutland Weekly Crime Update 11th May 2011

At 0400hrs on Friday, BT are advised that a communications tower has broken down. When engineers attend they find that the manhole cover has been removed and a large quantity of cable which contain lead and copper. Enquiries are ongoing.Between 1730 and 1945hrs on Friday a vehicle has been attacked in glaston and both number plates have been removed. Unfortunately I can not release the number.In the early hours of Monday morning a group of 4 youths have been seen running away from the area in Langham were several vehicles have been entered and items stolen. Vehicles were entered in Fairfield close, Wells street and Orchard road. It is believed that non of these vehicles were locked at the time.Around 0230hrs on Monday a local golf course was broken into. The rear doors had been forced and then several internal doors forced. It is not believed that any items have been stolen.

We have been informed via the local council that several people have been contacted via telephone by a company offering free loft insulation and solar panels. These people are trying to make appointments to the addresses. It is our belief that this is a bogus company and no appointments should be made and not allowed into a property.With the current hot weather we have been enjoying it serve as a timely reminder that opportunist burglars are on the look out for properties with windows left open when the occupants are out or at work. Garden sheds have the cobwebs blown off the locks to get at the lawn mowers and not replaced. Lets not make it easy for these people and keep doors and windows secured as best as possible.

As ever any information on any of the above please contact Leicestershire police on 0116 222 22 22

Welcome to the weekly update from Rutland 5th May 2011

Scrap metal was stolen from Oakham town area on Thursday 28 April. Please be vigilant about people asking for scrap.
Over night Fri 29 April, a commercial premises in the town was broken into and numerous cigarettes stolen.
The Castle is having a problem with windows being smashed. Please be observant during the lighter evenings.
A black Carrera men’s mountain bike was stolen during the week in the area of Cottesmore.
Between midnight Thurs 28 April and 10am Sat 30 April a car was damaged by a caustic substance being thrown over it in the Exton area.
Also now the lighter days are with us, please watch out for your property left out in your gardens and remember to close your windows when you leave the house.

If you have any information to assist the Police in the above crimes please contact us on 0116 2222222 or 999 if an emergency.

Subject: Rutland Weekly Update 27th April 2011

Wednesday 20th and a Honda Petrol lawn mower was noticed to be missing from a shed in Dean street in Oakham. The shed was unlocked and appeared derelict.
Between 1300 and 1500hrs on Wednesday a vehicle parked up near to rutland water at Empingham was attacked. The rear passenger window was smashed and items moved inside the vehicle. It is not believed that anything was stolen.
Overnight on Wednesday an attempt was made to gain entry into an industrial site on the outskirts of Oakham. A heavy duty padlock was damaged in an attempt to open the gates to the site. No entry was gained.
On the same night a private dwelling house in Oakham was broken into. It is believed that the offenders gained entry via a ground floor window. The occupants of the address are away at the time and are unaware of the incident.
Sometime during the night on Thursday/ Friday damage has been caused to several of the allotments near to Oakham School. This damage appears to be pointless and for no purpose.
Friday night a visiting tourist leaves her cycle next to her tent on a registered camp site whilst sleeping in the tent. She awakes the next morning to discover her cycle gone. It is also believed that a rucksack has been taken from inside the tent at the same time.
Overnight on Monday thieves have removed a kayak from the shore side at rutland water Whitwell. The kayak was later found on the other side of the reservoir. The kayak had been damaged whilst trying to remove it from its carrier .

As always any information on any of the above please contact Leicestershire Constabulary on 0116 222 222 2

Subject: Welcome to the weekly update from Rutland 22 April 2011.

There was a burglary in the Ashwell area over the weekend 15/04 – 17/04.
There was also a burglary on Cold Overton road in Oakham on Monday 18/04 during day time between the hours of 3.30pm and 5.30pm.
Also 3 metal field gates have been stolen in the Normanton area during the week.
Diesal fuel has been stolen in the Ketton area overnight sun 17/04.
A Honda petrol lawn mower grey/red in colour was stolen btw mon 18/04 – wed 20/04 from a garden shed in Oakham.
An industrial unit on the outskirts of Oakham was also attempted to be broken into.

If you have any information that may help or see anything of a suspicious nature please contact the Police on 01162222222 or if in an emergency 999

Rutland Weekly Crime Update – 17th April 2011

The last 10 days have seen the thieves been kept busy with 14 reported thefts. This breaks down to 2 stolen motor vehicles, 3 motor vehicles broken into and 9 other thefts.

Friday 8th between 0900 and 1530 two scooters have been taken from the playground of one of Oakham's schools on the outskirts of town.

About 1700hrs the same day a vehicle parked on Long Row, Oakham had the front passenger window smashed and a hand bag taken from inside. There may be some CCTV in relation to this offence.

Over night on Friday a Polish lorry was attacked in a layby on the A1 and £600 worth of diesel was stolen from then tank.

Over the weekend period a rural business was attacked. An external compound was entered by damaging the fence and then stealing a car trailer, a motorized lawn mower and a motorized vacuum.

During the night on Sunday thieves have taken several used car battries from a site in Morcott. It is believed that entry was gained via a gap in the hedge.

Between 2230hrs on Monday and 0400hrs on Tuesday a motor vehicle was stolen from outside an address in Uppingham. The vehicle was later discovered burnt out in Kettering.

Tuesday afternoon and another vehicle was taken from outside an address between Preston and Oakham. The vehicle had been left unlocked with the keys in the vehicle. This vehicle is still outstanding.

Wednesday morning and thieves have entered a garden in Oakham and removed two metal poles used to support the back of a pick up truck.

Wednesday afternoon and a vehicle was attacked in Greetham when the front passenger window was smashed and a hand bag taken from inside.

Saturday the 16th and a lady doing some work in her front garden leaves her mobile phone in the garden for a short time whilst she goes into the house. On her return the mobile has gone.

Between Thursday and Saturday 3 steel gates have been removed from fields in the Manton area.

If you have any information in relation to any of the above or any other matter please contact Leicestershire Constabulary on 0116 22 22 222.