Chelmsford Rural South

Update

NUISANEC COLD CALLING TELEPHONE CALLS

Many of you will no doubt have received calls from persons claiming that there bas been an increase in crime in your area. These person may lead you to believe that they are calling from a Local Police Station or claim that they work in crime prevention/reduction or specialise in security measures.

Please be aware that - THESE PERSONS ARE NOT RELATED TO ANY POLICE FORECE.
Often they may ask you questions about home secrity measures along with other squestions about yourselves. DO NOT ANSWER ANY QUESTIONS

The callers may attempt to make an appointment for a suitable time to carry out a home visit. DO NOT BE TEMPTED OR PRESSURED INTO THIS.

Essex Police advice is not to be fooled by these persons. It may be an idea to have an answer ready so that you are prepared for these type of calls.

So what should you say?
Mention that you have already been in touch with Essex Police regarding home security and therefore do not need any further advice or home visits.
Or Simply say no thank you and put the phone down.
Should you have any concerns about home security the Essex Police Crime Reduction Officers will be pleased to answer any questions that you have and if need be can visit you to advise further.

If you do feel that you have been a victim of cold calling regarding home security then contact Trading Standards

On March 23, 2012, the south woodham neighbourhood policing team executed a warrant under the Misuse of Drugs Act at a property in Meadow Lane, Runwell. Officers seized over 100 cannabis plants in various stages of growth, and a car which is believed to have been stolen.

A 48-year-old unemployed local man was arrested, and has been released on police bail on suspicion of drugs offences and theft of a motor vehicle to return South Woodham Ferrers police station on May 28, 2012.

The nights are drawing in earlier now so please remember to shut all windows if you leave your house. There has been an increase in burglaries across the county. Please can everyone be extra vigilant when out and about. Please ensure that your premises are left secured with all windows and doors locked when you leave. Do not leave valuable items on display. We would like to remind everyone that good home security is critical to prevent these crimes from happening. Just by pulling the handle on your PVC door up does not always secure your door - it needs to be double locked. The harder you make it for burglars the less likely it is they will bother targeting your house. If you would like a member of your local policing team to come to you and offer you a home security assessment and security advice, please contact your local team.

Essex Police will take positive action against all those committing Anti-Social Behaviour and its our aim to improve the quality of lives who its affected. The Mobile CCTV van has been and will continue to be deployed throughout the area. The van has recording capabilities within and therefore any Anti-Social Behaviour being committed may be recorded and could be used as evidence.

Please remember at all times to lock your cars and ensure any valuables are not left in vehicles overnight. If anything has to be left in a vehicle ensure it is tucked away out of sight. If you use a satallite navigation unit please ensure you clean all sucker marks off your windscreen - thieves know many owners leave these in their vehicles in the glove boxes.

Local PCSOs will be identifying vulnerable properties on their patrols and speaking with occupants of homes and vehicles to give crime prevention advice.

Speeding is perceived as a problem throughout the villages in rural areas. Community Speed Watch has recently been created involving local residents. It can be very costly to be caught, so be warned. We are actively seeking new members for Community Speed Watch so if you are interested please contact Pc Claire Forster.