Knowle Weekly Update - 21/07/26

Knowle Weekly Update - 21/07/26

Hello,

This week we went out on patrol around Knowle with our Streetwatch volunteers. If you would like to learn more about Streetwatch then get in contact with us at rural.westmidlands.police.uk or speak to our volunteers when they are out on patrol.

What crime has happened in the last 9 Days?

Distraction theft – 14/07 – St Johns Close

Group of 4 have caused a distraction at the ATM machine and stolen bank card before taking money from account.

Tamper with motor vehicle – 20/07 – Wychwood Avenue

Two males were found sat in a Nissan Qashqai parked on a driveway before being disturbed. Nothing stolen or damaged.

Theft of motor vehicle – 20/07/26 – Landor Road

A Nissan Qashqai was stolen of the driveway by unknown means.

Crime prevention advice:

Crime prevention is all about trying to make your belongings less desirable to anyone else.

Vehicle crime:

We are seeing an increase in offenders opening vehicle doors and rummaging through possessions. Please don’t leave any valuables in the car overnight and remember to always lock your car.

Most vehicle thefts are through keyless entry. Offenders can use what is a called a “relay device” to scan for your key’s signal. They can copy that signal onto a blank key and use that to enter your vehicle. This is how easy it is for offenders to drive away in your vehicle. To prevent this, you can use a Faraday bag which has a specific lining that blocks the signal from the relay device. Make sure to keep your key in the faraday bag – even when going to the shops!

To give your vehicle that added layer of protection, a steering wheel lock acts as both a visible deterrent as well as an extra obstacle offenders must get through. Most offenders would be put off attempting to steal your vehicle when they see a steering wheel lock as it adds that extra time and effort, they would need to try and get it off. There have been many cases where offenders have been able to enter a vehicle but then struggled to get through the steering lock.

CCTV is a really useful tool for us to use in investigations as it allows us to see the offence happening, any offenders and what they are wearing or a direction of travel in their escape. If you haven’t already, sign up to our CCTV registry to receive alerts when your footage may help us with incidents in your area - CCTV Registry | West Midlands Police

What are we up to next week?

Speedwatch sessions in and around Knowle to educate drivers on the dangers of speeding.

Email the team at rural@westmidlands.police.uk for any questions, concerns, advice or engagements.

Thank you for your continued support,

PCSO Kiah Acton 31911

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