Pitsea South East

Update

Current issues:

***Updated on Wednesday 11th April 2012***

Operation Arsonal has been running for the past couple of weeks to combat the rise in theft from motor vehicles (TFMVs). This operation involves officers patrolling the ward and stopping and searching any persons or vehicles acting in a suspicious manner. Please be mindful of leaving items unattended in your vehicles and remember to secure your vehicle when not in use. During the second week that the operation was run, there was a 60% decrease in TFMVs.

***Updated on Wednesday 18th January 2012***
In response to our recent increase in dwelling burglary and vehicle crime Operation JUTE has been working in the ward. This operation provides a number of police officers dedicated to stopping and searching suspicious persons and vehicles.
We would like to urge residents to be vigilant around your property and please call in any suspicious vehicles or people in your area. For all our residents please be mindful about where you store your green recycling bins as this is one of the methods that some suspects are using to access the skylights and back gardens of properties. The local NPT will be increasing their patrols in the area.
Last month the local NPT were working in the ward on a dedicated ANPR operation. Officers were deployed to number of camera activations where numerous vehicles were stopped and searched and 13 traffic tickets were issued to drivers during the 4 hour operation. We hope this sends out a clear message that Essex Police are committed to driving down road traffic accidents and promoting safe driving standards.


***Updated on Friday 18th November 2011***
On 12/11/2011 at 04:15 hours two officers patrolling on Operation Kemp 2 (a plain clothes burglary operation) stopped and arrested a male in Page Road, Bowers Gifford on suspicion of shed burglaries that had just occurred. The male was interviewed and has been chargerd with Burglary of a garage in Page Road, Bowers Gifford, Burglary with intent to steal in a garage on Pound Lane, Bowers Gifford and assault police. Other officers on the operation conducted over 20 stop checks of suspicious persons, 5 intelligence reports and seized one vehicle under section 165 of the Road Traffic Act for no insurance in 4 nights of the operation being deployed.


As always, the possession and supply of drugs will not be tolerated, but continues to be a relevant issue in this area. We act on all information received regarding the whereabouts of drug related activity, and continue to combat a crime which is often considered to be linked to many other types of serious offence. Please contact us to tell us about any concerns you may have regarding any type of drug activity in your area. We will respond quickly and appropriately, to any information we receive, anonymous or otherwise.

Burglary remains a problem throughout Basildon. Dedicated patrols are in place to hunt for, and deter, the criminals who are stealing from homes in this area. It is important that the public continue to maintain a high standard of home security to put off criminals, and remain vigilant to help protect neighbour's properties. ANY behaviour remotely suspicious should be reported to Essex Police on 03003334444 and if you believe a home near you is being burgled, please call 999 immediately.

Crime prevention:
Please ensure your home and vehicles are kept locked and secure. Simple steps like leaving a light on at home and leaving items out of sight can deter opportunistic thieves. Information packs are currently being delivered in your neighbourhood areas where burglaries have recently occurred. These packs include home security advice and UV pens to put identification marks on your property. Take care of your personal property, whether in vehicles or on you; are you an easy target?

Community assistance:
If you have any concerns regarding suspicious activity, crime or anti-social behaviour in your area please contact us on one of the above numbers. You can also give information anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. Alternatively please email us at benjamin.gribble@essex.pnn.police.uk, adam.blackwell@essex.pnn.police.uk or jennifer.burton@essex.pnn.police.uk.