Weekly round-up from your local Neighbourhood Team

Hello Resident's and Business's,

Here is your update from the St Michael's Neighbourhood Team 2

✅ Good News from Your Local Policing Team ✅

This week’s efforts saw 4 individuals gracing the Custody Suites at CHACE AVENUE POLICE STATION courtesy of St Michaels Team 2.

The arrests being a mixture of persons arrested for Robbery's, PWITS (possession with intent to supply) and being in Possession of an Offence Weapon. 

There were two robbery arrests this week. 

Eagle eyed officers, spotted a youth in HILLFIELDS wanted in connection with a robbery. Unbeknown to the youth they has also spotted the youth placing an item underneath vehicle when spotting them. Officers stopped and arrested the youth and then conducted a CCTV trawl of the immediate area. Footage was able to direct the officers to the exact car it was placed under. Officers recovered a large combat style knife, the youth was further arrested.

In the UK, it is illegal to carry most knives in public without a "good reason," with maximum penalties of 4 years in prison and an unlimited fine. You can legally carry a folding pocket knife under 3 inches (7.62 cm) that does not lock. Self-defence is not considered a valid "good reason".

Illegal Knives: Carrying a locking knife, flick knife (switchblade), butterfly knife, or any large knife/machete without good reason is illegal.

Prohibited Places: It is strictly illegal to carry any knife in schools, at football matches, or in licensed premises.

We have continued with our Targeted Guardian Patrols in LADY HERBERTS GARDENS, FAR GOSFORD STREET/FARGO VILLAGE AND SPON END. These patrols are conducted by uniformed and non-uniformed officers. We are able to patrols local hot spots without being instantly recognised, actively looking to deter criminality and identify person/s looking to buy and sell drugs within communities. 

Review your home security 🏠  

We urge all residents to take a few simple, effective steps to protect your property and deter criminals.  

·   Lock Up: Always lock your doors and windows, even when you are at home. If you have a UPVC door, make sure to lift the handle and turn the key to fully engage the locks.  

·   Light It Up: When you go out, leave a light on or use a timer switch to make your home look occupied. A well-lit home is a deterrent.  

·   Hide Valuables: Keep car keys, wallets, cash, and laptops out of sight and away from windows and letterboxes.  

·   Set Your Alarm: If you have a house alarm, please use it every time you leave the house and at night.  

·   Secure Side Access: Ensure any side gates, sheds, or outbuildings are locked and secure.  

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