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Letterbox drops in eastern suburb hotspots

Boroondara police have teamed up with Neighbourhood Watch to conduct letterbox drops in areas experiencing volume crime.

Thousands of information brochures providing tips on how to avoid a burglary or theft from motor vehicle have been delivered to homes in Kew and Glen Iris.

Boroondara station’s crime prevention officer (CPO) Leading Senior Constable Linda Kane said they used weekly intelligence reports and hotspot maps to identify areas where volume crime was occurring.

“Out tactical intelligence officer and crime investigation unit provide us with information that helps us identify crime patterns,” she said.

“With the support of NHW volunteers we then conduct letterbox drops and car park audits in areas identified as crime hotspots.

“The response has been very positive and we plan to continue with the brochure drops on a bi-monthly basis.” The Boroondarra Eyewatch page has also been used to raise awareness about volume crime and how to avoid becoming a victim.

“It’s a really fantastic resource and another way for us to share crime prevention information with the local community,” Leading Senior Constable Kane said.

“We also regularly meet with Division 1 CPOS who conduct similar crime prevention drives in their local areas.”