Wendover and Aston Clinton
June 2017
Neighbourhood Policing Team
Here is the latest neighbourhood update from your Wendover and Aston Clinton Neighbourhood Team. Neighbourhood Update Following a re-structure locally, the team have lost PC Jo Smith who has moved into a role within the Safer School's team. The team will now consist of PC Thom Piercy as the Neighbourhood Supervisor, responsible for PCSO Ken Stephenson and PCSO Meg Harriett. Inspector James Davies returns to the team in place of Inspector Chris Young, with Sgt Nick Perks being replaced by Sgt Emily Dover PC Piercy from the team helped launch the Wendover Dementia Alliance last month, assisting Lindengate, Trading Standards, Weston Grove and local churches at Wendover Library. This was a well attended event, spreading the awareness for those living with dementia and helping us make the area a dementia friendly area. Stay tuned for more events throughout the year. We are still experiencing some issues surrounding the Ponyfield camp in Weston Turville with a high number of ASB and criminal damage reports being received from local residents and those who commute through the area. The recent spike in incidents from last month have again decreased. We urge you to report these incidents as soon as you can, if it is an emergency, do not hesitate to use 999, but if it is a report of an incident that took place a number of hours ago, please call us on 101. We are in consultation with the ASB officer for the area, PC Andy Smith, who is collating the information we have received and will help us deal with the issues that we have already experienced, as well as helping us planning going forward with how to engage with the community on the site where the issues are coming from. You can also follow the team on twitter @TVP_Aylesbury or by using the hashtag #TVPRural to search and see what the rural team are up to. “You said, we did” You said “There is an increase in youth anti-social behaviour (ASB) within Weston Turville” We have increased our patrols in the area and are actively seeking those responsible. Where offences have been reported in the last month associated with ASB we are fully investigating these and if offenders are established they will be dealt with robustly. Where youths involved in ASB have been established parents have been spoken to and yellow cards have been issued where appropriate. You said “Improve Police visibility” We have spent a lot of time in the last few weeks patrolling Weston Turville around the times when the incidents were reported. We have been on foot and in our marked vehicle and speaking to local residents. We have communicated with many residents via email and social media to best understand your needs and concerns.
Local crime update Over the last month below is a breakdown of some of the offences which occurred. Burglary dwelling (homes and includes attempts) – 3 Burglary non-dwelling (outhouse /sheds /barns /business premises and includes attempts) – 15 Robbery – 0 Theft from motor vehicle -2 Theft or TWOC of a motor vehicle – 1 Other theft offences – 2 Criminal damage -5 Please visit the Home Office website for crime statistics in your area at: http://www.police.uk (opens new window) Please note that the crime statistics on this site show only those crimes that have been reported to Thames Valley Police. The number of recorded crimes may change over time due to requirements under Home Office Counting Rules to make sure that each crime is recorded accurately. If you see anything suspicious no matter how small of insignificant it may seem, if you think it’s not right or someone looks out of place please call us on 999 if it is a crime in progress or 101 if you have information. You can also email the team at Wendover&AstonClintonNHPT@Thamesvalley.pnn.police.uk Crime prevention advice The last month has seen a rise on burglaries again, so this month we have provided some advice regarding preventing such crimes.
When leaving your property ensure all windows and doors are locked. During warmer days it is easy to forget that a window is still open, so just take that extra minute or so to walk around and make sure everything is closed and secure. If you have a UPVC front door make sure it is deadlocked. Just lifting the handle doesn’t engage the locks you need to lift the handle and lock the door. Arm your burglar alarm. Your neighbours may not check when it’s going off but we will.* Lock your back gate and remove any tools from the garden which could be used to force entry. If you are going away ask one of your neighbours to move your post. If a burglar sees lots of post piling up by the front door they may come and have a look through your window. Put any keys and electrical items such as ipads and laptops away and out of view. Ensure that any security lights are in working order. Fit timer switches to lamps so that they can be programmed to come on during the hours of darkness. If you haven’t got any contact the team and we can get some to you. Marking property with postcodes on all valuable items with a permanent marker, UV pen or with a property marking solution from companies such as Smart water, Selecta DNA or Crimestoppers.
Crime reduction event Come and meet PC Piercy and PCSO Stephenson at the RAF Halton Trinity Community Centre on Wednesday 14th June 2017 between 4-7pm for crime reduction advice. TVP Alert Thames Valley Police are committed to involving the community in the policing of Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and Milton Keynes. We believe that by improving the flow of information between the community and its police we can all make a greater impact in the prevention and detection of crime and anti-social behavior. This site provides an invitation for you to participate in the exchange of information with Thames Valley Police, Neighbourhood Watch and other community groups. You do not need to join a specific watch scheme but you may find that there are like minded residents or businesses in your area who would welcome your support. If you live or work in Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire or Milton Keynes, you are invited to register now to become a registered recipient of messages of information, crime alerts or witness appeals local to the area in which you live or work in a way that suits your needs and lifestyle by email, text or telephone. Just click on the JOIN button at the top of this page (left hand side) to register. As a registered recipient you will not only benefit from two way messaging but may also learn about those in your community subject of anti-social behavior orders, help identify suspected or wanted criminals from the gallery pages or learn about community groups, events or meetings in your area. PLEASE NOTE: THIS SERVICE IS NOT FOR REPORTING CRIMES OR INCIDENTS - TO REPORT THESE PLEASE CONTACT THAMES VALLEY POLICE ON 101 FIB Intel desk If you have information or intelligence you would like to share with Thames Valley Police, no matter how big or small, please either email FIBruralcrime@thamesvalley.pnn.police.uk or call the 24 hour, non-emergency number 101. If you believe it is a crime in progress, please always dial 999. How to contact your local Police Call 101, email us at Wendover&AstonClintonNHPT@Thamesvalley.pnn.police.uk or even visit us at Police Engagement Point based at Wendover Library. Our opening hours are as follows: Tuesday, Thursday & Fridays 10.00am to 12.00pm Thames Valley Alert Receive free local crime alerts and crime prevention advice by signing up to Thames Valley Alert (opens in new window) today.
NSL Parking Enforcement Call 0843 2085544 to report parking issues
For issues involving stray or found dogs please phone the dog warden at Aylesbury Vale District Council 01296 585605
For public road issues please phone Bucks Highways on 01296 395000
For noise issues please phone Environmental Health at Aylesbury Vale District Council on 01296 585 858
For speeding issues, please contact your local Parish Council who will forward the information on to the Community Speed Watch Team.