Blythe crime updates

Blythe Crime Update 

Tuesday 28th October – Wednesday 5th October 2025

Vehicle crime:

On Monday 27th October between 2am and 9pm, a theft from motor vehicle occurred on the Stratford Road, Solihull. Offenders have gained entry through the back window and have stolen multiple electronic devices.

On Monday 27th October between 8am and 5.30pm, a theft from motor vehicle occurred on Whitlocks End, Offenders have stolen window wipers and scratched the surrounding of the vehicle.

Burglary crime:

On Thursday 30th October around 2.57am, an attempted burglary occurred On Hillwood Avenue. Offenders have attempted to gain entry via the rear of the property by snapping the lock. Offenders were then disturbed by a dog inside the property and fled the area.

On Thursday 30th October between 3.50am and 3.55am, an attempted burglary occurred in Knoll Coft, Solihull. Offenders have gained entry to the garden through a hole in the fence and have opened the back door, however the house alarm was activated, and offenders have then fled the area.

On Thursday 30th October Between 1am and 2am a Burglary occurred on Oldberrow Close, Solihull. Offenders have gained entry to the rear porch by snapping the lock but was unable to gain further entry to the property and fled the area.

On Friday 31st October between 10.30pm and 11.15pm a burglary occurred on Dunley Croft, Solihull. During a Halloween house party, offenders posing as guests have entered the property and have stolen multiple sets of car keys. Offenders have then left the party with the vehicles.

On Saturday 1st November between 8.30am and 4.30pm an attempted burglary occurred on Tanworth Lane, Solihull. Offenders have attempted to gain entry though the rear PVC doors but was unsuccessful and fled the area. No items were reported stolen.

Other reported crime:

Other crime reported are as follows, Assault, firework related crime and criminal damage.

Good news:

Officers held a beat surgery at the Blythe Rose Specialist Dementia care home no issues or concerns were reported.

We have established a community speed watch group for the area of Illshaw Heath, Solihull.

Additional News:

With darker night upon us, please make sure to lock all car doors and do not leave any valuables on show when leaving your vehicle. If you are going out for the night, leave a light on to give the impression that someone is home.

Vehicle crime prevention advice

To prevent vehicle crime, always lock your car, close all windows, and remove or hide all valuables. For extra protection, use physical deterrents like steering wheel locks, secure your license plates, and if you have a keyless entry vehicle, store your key fob in a signal-blocking pouch. Parking in well-lit areas can also help deter thieves. A steering wheel lock is a visible and effective deterrent that makes your car appear more difficult to steal. Use a signal-blocking pouch or box for your key fob when at home to prevent "relay" attacks where thieves amplify your key's signal. Fit a Thatcham-approved alarm or aftermarket immobilizer to make theft harder and consider a system that allows for real-time GPS tracking, which can help recover a stolen vehicle.

Burglary crime prevention advice

to prevent burglary, secure your home with strong locks, visible alarms, and exterior lighting. Make valuables invisible from windows, use timers for lights when away, and keep your property, including sheds and outbuildings, locked at all times. For added security, you can register items with serial numbers online. Always lock all doors and windows, even for short trips. Make sure side and back gates are also secure. Fit visible burglar alarms and motion-activated floodlights. Ensure doors and windows are burglar-proof, such as by using security-rated products also please do not leave ladders, garden tools, or other items outside that could be used to access windows. Keep shrubs trimmed so they don't block views of windows. 

Please use the links below to read about ways you can prevent burglary and vehicle theft

www.westmidlands.police.uk/search?q=Burglary

www.westmidlands.police.uk/cp/crime-prevention/keeping-vehicles-safe/

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Kind regards

Owen Burgess

PCSO 32298

Blythe NPT