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Northamptonshire West Community Safety Information Sheet Current Crime Issues Burglaries The North and East areas of Northampton are the current hotspots for burglary whilst the Headlands in Daventry is also suffering from higher than usual burglary levels. Keep doors and windows locked – many of the burglaries are to houses that had open windows or unlocked doors. Do not leave items in view from doors or windows. Hide car keys when you go to bed. Vehicle Crime Kingsthorpe and Abington have high levels of autocrime in the evening. Satellite Navigation systems continue to be targeted all over the area – always remove these from your vehicle including the cradle/holder. Always remember to remove property from your car –never leave valuables on display and remove your car stereo and take it with you if possible. If you see people acting suspiciously in these areas please report it to your local police station or by calling 08543 700700 Contact Numbers 999 – Emergencies 08453 700 700 Ext 3189 Community Safety: burglary crime prevention pack request line. 08453 700 700 Call to join Neighbourhood Watch. (Ask to speak to your Community Watch Liaison Officer). January 2007 Northamptonshire West Crime Figures *Figures are based on comparison to the same time as last year. Burglary Dwelling +3.4% Robbery +6.2% Vehicle Crime -3.4% Criminal Damage -0.9% Violence -8.2% All Crime* -2.8% (*including crimes not listed) That’s 805 less victims of crime. This monthly information sheet provides a brief update of current crime on the Northamptonshire West Area (covering Daventry, Brackley, Towcester, South Northamptonshire and Northampton), plus notification of any crime prevention issues for the local community to be aware of. TELL US ABOUT YOUR HEROES Northamptonshire Police Authority has launched the search for the county’s unsung heroes and is asking people across the area to acknowledge the individuals and groups transforming the lives of others. The annual search, which culminates in an award ceremony in March next year, looks to give recognition to the many people involved in voluntary work across the county, either on their own or in groups. Organisers want to hear about people who have changed lives, either by a single act of courage, or sustained and ongoing dedication to making a difference. “We try to reward inspirational, hard-working people who don’t features among the county’s known movers and shakers, but who nevertheless have a major impact in their communities and neighbourhoods.” said Dr Marie Dickie, chair of Northamptonshire Police Authority. The scheme, which is now in its seventh year, takes nominations from all sectors of society in three categories: Individual, Group and Youth. Three nominations in each category are singled out for a gold, silver or bronze award. In addition to these nine, there is a further award: the Unsung Hero 2007. “The people we are looking for are those who are drawn to a cause and go for it, often at great personal cost. They tend not to think of what they do as charity or deserving of praise,” continued Dr Dickie. Nominations can be made online at www.northantspoliceauthority.org.uk, by downloading an entry form from the website and posting it to the Authority, or by calling 01604 887430 and requesting one through the post. They are also available at libraries and police stations. Nominations must include detailed reasons for the nomination, and must be received by the Police Authority by the end of January 2007. Judging takes place during February and the awards handed out at a function in March. Last year’s winner was Jayne Bedford from Wellingborough, who established a youth club in the town which now provides a safe and enjoyable place for youngsters in the town to socialise. Seasonal Crime Prevention Message HOW TO CUT YOUR RISK FROM VEHICLE CRIME Theft from vehicles is a preventable crime – leave nothing in your car and there is nothing for the criminal to take. Top tips to beat vehicle crime are: • Never leave any property at all in your car, even if you will just be away for a few moments • Always lock your vehicle, and never leave it with the keys in the ignition – criminals target filling stations, the school run and other places where drivers are tempted to do this • Keep your car keys safe and out of sight when you are at home • Fit a detachable radio or radio fascia and remember to take it with you • Park in a garage if you can and make sure it is secure, with heavy-duty locks and alarmed if possible • Park in well-lit areas on the street and report street lights that are not working to the County Council • Never leave your motorcycle in your driveway where thieves can spot it and return to target it later • Secure your bike away, putting it in a garage or shed and then using a heavy-duty lock or chain to fix it to an anchor point • Remember – CHECK that you have parked in a safe place and that you have left nothing in your vehicle…..REMOVE everything from inside and take it with you……SECURE your vehicle, shutting windows, locking the door and setting the alarm • Fit a secondary security device to your vehicle • Never leave your driving documents in the vehicle HIGH TECH THEFTS - The latest in-car technology gadgets are the latest temptation for criminals in the county. As this new technology becomes more widespread, police are again reminding people to remove everything they can from their car when they leave the vehicle – and never be tempted to leave items in the boot or glove box. Force Community Safety Advisor Mike Franklin said: “New technological advances always bring new opportunities for criminals and satellite navigation systems, particularly the new removable systems, are becoming increasingly popular items for car criminals to steal. “But if a criminal can remove them, so can the owner and the secret to preventing this crime is to remove the item before the thief gets the chance.” Mike said that motorists should always detach these systems wherever possible and remove them from the vehicle completely. Items left in the boot or in the glove box remain vulnerable to theft. Page 4 Dispersal Orders are specific areas agreed by the Area Chief Superintendent and Borough Council Chief Executive, which allow police to use powers to deal with persistent anti-social behaviour problems. An officer in uniform can direct a group of two or more persons to disperse and given advice not to return for a certain period of time if the officer has reasonable grounds for believing that the presence of the group HAS OR IS LIKELY to result in any member of the public being intimidated, harassed, alarmed or distressed. Additionally, as part of the Dispersal Order, if anyone under the age of 16 years is within the dispersal zone after 9pm, they will be taken home, unless at the time, they are in company with a responsible person aged over 18. Failure to comply with the terms of the Order may result in arrest and subsequent prosecution. Signs detailing the orders are to be put up in the relevant areas explaining the details. WEEDON, Church Street 25 October- 24 February 2007 To combat anti-social behaviour. EDINBURGH SQUARE, Daventry 08.01.07- 07.06.07 To combat anti-social behaviour. Current Northamptonshire West Dispersal Orders If you have any queries or comments about the content of this information sheet, please call Enzina D’Eramo, Public Relations and Marketing Officer, on 08453 700 700 (ext 3158) or email enzina.d’ This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it