Blythe crime updates

Blythe Crime Update 

Tuesday 5th May - Wednesday 13th May

Vehicle crime:

Between Friday 1st May at 17:00pm and Tuesday 5th May at 7:50pm a from a vehicle occurred on ROSEWOOD DRIVE, BLYTHE VALLEY. Offenders have gained access to a TOYOTA COROLLA and was able to steal a SAMSUNG TABLET, BLUE NIKE GYM BAG, RUNNING SHOES along with other sports wear. Offenders have then fled the area.

On Friday 8th May between 12:20pm and 12:50pm a BLACK HONDA BIKE was reported stolen from CORNWALL HOUSE, BLYTHE VALLEY. Offenders have then fled the area. 

On Sunday 10th May between 12:44am and 12:55am a theft from a vehicle was reported on ASCOTE LANE, DICKENS HEATH. Offenders were able to gain entry to a SILVER RENAULT TRAFIC VAN. Tools were reported stolen adding to the amount of £769. 

Burglary crime:

On Monday 4th May at 2:15am a burglary occurred on KETTLEBROOK ROAD, MONKSPATH. Offenders have gained access to the rear of the property by snapping the locks to a conservatory door. Offenders have then attempted to lock snap the kitchen door but was unsuccessful and fled the area. No items were reported stolen.

Other reported crime:

Other crime reported are as follows: Harassment, Criminal damage and Shoplifting. 

Additional News:

Blythe PCSO’s and officers held a BEAT surgery at MORTONS in DICKENS HEATH on Monday 11th May. Thank you to everyone who came and spoke to us. 

Good news:

Thank you to the volunteers for their continuous patrols in Dickens Heath and Cheswick Green.

Blythe officers continue their patrols in Blythe valley, Dickens Heath, Monkspath, Tidbury Green and Cheswick Green

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

PCSO 32298

Burgess

Blythe NPT