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6th September 2018
Issue 1025
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Advice issued following S6 distraction burglary SHEFFIELD detectives have issued advice following a distraction burglary in the Bradfield area, in which an elderly woman had cash taken. At around 3pm on Thursday August 30, two men claiming to be salesmen entered the home of a 91-year-old woman in the Bradfield. They reportedly walked into the woman’s flat without asking, and tried to sell products to the victim, that she neither wanted or required, as Detective Sergeant Dave Devey explains. “Despite the victim repeatedly telling the men she did not want the products, they forcibly demanded that she pay for them, which she eventually did under duress. However, once the men had left the property, the victim realised that a further quantity of cash had gone miss-
ing from her purse and contacted police.” “The first man is described as white, around 60-years-old, with white hair, of a medium – large build, with facial hair and was smartly dressed. “The second man is also described as white, around 27-years-old, taller than the first man, of medium build and with short brown hair. “A third man, described as white, has also been linked to the investigation, but there is no further description at this time. “Enquiries are ongoing to identify these men, who we understand left in a black Ford van. “We also have officers in the S6 area today to provide reassurance. Should anyone have any information about this in-
cident, please contact South Yorkshire Police on 101, quoting incident number 485 of 30 August 2018. “These men clearly targeted the woman due to her age and vulnerability and distracted her while cash was taken. Sadly, this is something we have seen happening in Sheffield.” “I’d like to ask people to make their family or friends, particularly elderly relatives, aware of these incidents. There are also some steps that you or they can take to protect yourself if you have concerns. “If you ever have any doubts about the legitimacy of the person at your door, ask to see their identification – a legitimate caller won’t mind you taking the time to check their identity and verify it with their employer.
“Don’t be afraid to close and lock your door while you make any checks. If someone asks for money to be transferred over the phone or online, I’d strongly advise against this, as most companies will not ask for this type of transaction to be completed, unless there is a genuine reason. “You could also consider putting up a deterrent sign which states ‘no cold callers’ to deter any knocking on your door. That said, bogus officials and cold callers can be anyone from adults, men, women and even children and may be offering a variety of services. “Generally, cold callers and bogus officials claim to be from utility companies, charities or other reputable businesses, in order to gain access to people’s property.
“Once access has been gained, they will steal money and other valuables. Rogue traders will generally try and talk householders into paying high prices for services that are low cost to carry out, or don’t carry out a service at all. “If ever you have any concerns, close and lock the door while you make checks, phone a neighbour or relative or phone 101 with concerns or 999 in an emergency and if you feel threatened.” “Finally we would like to reassure the public that we are doing everything we can, including liaising with neighbouring forces, to tackle cross border criminality. However, we do feel that the best weapon we have against these types of criminals is the support and help of the public so please do contact us.”
STOCKSBRIDGE CYCLISTS TOUR EUROPE
MEMBERS of Stocksbridge Cycling Club have been busy this summer doing some longdistance rides across Europe.
Peter Knight took time off from running dressed as a Bradfield Brewery beer bottle to cycle from Leeds to near Kitzbuhl in Austria riding through Belgium, Luxembourg and Germany. He was linking locations where his grandmother had lived. John Rowe took the ferry from Portsmouth to near Caen and
then powered down through France in less than four days to join family in Bergerac.
Peter Morgan did a more leisurely tour of Provence in France visiting Mont Ventoux and then travelling to Spain to complete an Atlantic to Mediterranean traverse from Bilbao to Girona. Stocksbridge CC also do shorter distances. You can join their Tuesday and Thursday rides that leave outside Trek in Fox Valley
at 6pm most weeks riding between 20 and 30 miles. The Sunday club ride leaves 9am from the same location doing 50 to 70 miles. See the SCC facebook page for details. Nobody gets left behind. This year’s Stocksbridge Hill Climb, which goes up Pea Royd Lane, starts at 11am on Sunday September 30. Entries are via the cyclingtimetrials.org.uk website or just come and watch. The start is in Fox Valley.
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IF you want to get the new school year off to a flying start, you might want to consider enrolling your child into performing arts classes. Research has shown learning performing arts can actually boost academic achievement. It also builds confidence and perseverance, boosts self-esteem and helps young people develop empathy, compassion and the ability to work in a team. Noodle Performance Art’s NPA Academy allows children, aged between five and 16, the opportunity to reap the benefits of learning to sing, dance and act. The weekly sessions, at Christ Church Community Hall, in Stocksbridge, last for two hours and give young people comprehensive training in the performing arts in a fun, no-pressure environment.
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Carla Hewitt, director of Noodle Performance Arts in North Sheffield, said: “Before I started running my own Noodle franchise, I worked as a teacher with more than 10 years’ experience in both primary and secondary education. I have seen for myself just how much performing arts can help children fulfil their true potential. “Singing, dancing and acting helps young people develop important social and communication skills which will come in handy throughout their lives. There are so many benefits to performing arts, it would be impossible to list them all.
Students taking part in NPA Academy classes have regular opportunities to perform, including in an annual show. However, unlike some traditional theatre schools, the focus is on enjoying the experience and there are no compulsory uniforms or “Learning lines can help children with their liter- exams. acy, while dance helps support an active, healthy lifestyle. And working with others in a group to put To book a FREE trial session for your child this on a performance helps young people build strong September, visit www.noodleperformancearts.com or email carla@noodleperformancearts.com friendships.”
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