Robbery

Police are asking for witnesses following an incident which happened between 7 and 730am on Wednesday 28/7.

A 75-year-old woman was walking along Convamore Road in Grimsby when she was approached by a man who asked her for some money.

She told him she didn't have any money but the man insisted she did and then demanded she give him her handbag.

The man then pushed the woman to her knees, causing her to drop the black coloured shopping bag she was carrying, at which point the suspect picked it up and ran off towards Churchill Way leaving the woman very shaken but otherwise not injured.

The suspect is described as wearing a black coloured waist length anorak style coat and dark coloured trousers. He was carrying a white coloured carrier bag at the time.

Any witnesses or anyone with information should contact Humberside Police on 0845 60 60 222 quoting log 121 of 28/07/10 or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Garden Ornaments

The below garden ornaments were found in a driveway at Thornton Court New Waltham and have not been returned to owners.

The items are probably much loved and the two fairies cannot help in finding home.

Please take a look and if you know who the owners are please call Police during office hours on 0845 60 60 222 ext 4758 quoting found reference 595/10

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Garden Crime

26/7 Ajax Close - Stole solar light from front garden

26/7 Belleisle Rd - Stole palm tree in container from front garden

24/7 Littlefield Lane - For sale sign and conifer plant stolen and thrown away further along road

24/7 Compton Drive - 5 garden lights stolen from front garden

Arrests

Police Officers in NE Lincolnshire made the following arrests in the 24hrs of 25/7.

Bath St - Public disorder

Sandringham Rd - Take motor vehicle without the owners consent and drive under influence of alcohol

Dale View - Burglary

Neptune St - Witness intimidation, assault and theft

Tesco Grimsby Rd - Theft

Archer Rd Waltham - Assault

Haycroft St - Burglary

Garibaldi House - Witness intimidation

High St Cleethorpes - Criminal damage

Thesiger Walk - Public disorder

St James Square - Prevent breach of the Peace

Cambridge Rd - Bail breach

Cambridge Rd - Bail breach

Bodiam Way - Attempt theft of car

Tobacco Seizure

Officers from Humberside Police and NE Lincolnshire Trading Standards executed three warrants in Spring St, Immingham on 21/7.

A large quantity of items were seized. This included some 12,100 cigarettes and 8.25k of tobacco. A significant amount of cash was seized.

An investigation is being conducted by Trading Standards.

All authorities take this issue very seriously for a variety of reasons and seek the support of the community.

If you have useful information please call safelinks via 'contact safelinks'

Wanted

26/7. The following people are wanted by the Grimsby criminal courts.

Steven McGuire, born 2/9/80

formerly at Caistor Drive

Andrew Chamberlain, born 28/1/88

Last at Norfolk Court

Bradley Roberts, 3/5/86

Last known Weelsby St area

Norman Fowler, born 21/12/77
lately of Aspin House, Grimsby and Goxhill

Please call safelinks via contact safelinks if you can help with current whereabouts or any information about any of these people.

Since the last publication three from the previous list have been arrested. Please keep the info coming in to 'contact safelinks'

Police CCTV

A police mobile CCTV van is operating in the Grimsby, Cleethorpes and Immingham areas.

safelinks monitors the work of the unit and will keep you informed.

The van is being used at trouble spots in North East Lincolnshire.

The system is intended to help the police and communities to control crime, bad behaviour and drunks.

You will see the unit at all hours and at places where trouble occurs.

It is making the place much safer by preventing trouble - not just reacting to it.

Please give us a call if you can help with the best use of the van.

The unit are also patrolling in areas where residents have complained about youths gathering and causing trouble.

2/7 Patrols of drinking hotspots in Cleethorpes and Grimsby . No arrests. 1 person ejected from pub.

3/7 Patrols of drinking hotspots in Cleethorpes and Grimsby . No arrests. 2 people ejected from pubs.

9/7 Patrols of drinking hotspots in Cleethorpes and Grimsby. No arrests. Alcohol seized in Alexandra Rd, High St and Market Place, Cleethorpes. Disturbance North Prom.

10/7 Patrols of drinking hotspots in Cleethorpes and Grimsby. 1 arrest for assault Alexandra Rd. Disturbance North Prom.

16/7 1 person arrested for robbery

17/7 Blundell Park area.  2 person arrested for public disorder.   Patrols of drinking hotspots in Cleethorpes and Grimsby

23/7 Patrols of drinking hotspots in Cleethorpes and Grimsby . No arrests.

24/7 Patrols of drinking hotspots in Cleethorpes and Grimsby . No arrests.

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Patrols where the public have reported disorderly conduct will continue this week in support of the Respect scheme. The team have been concentrating on improving behaviour at all places where there are reports of youths causing annoyance from residents.

Also

Humberside are making more use of the evidence which can be gathered from personal cameras fitted to Police Officers' uniform. This will assist in the conviction of criminals and those who mis-behave by a clearer presentation of the scene of an incident. Never has the saying, " A photograph is better than a thousand words." safelinks was allowed to view the movies recorded by the officers in the experimental stage and it can be over powering.

The evidence from these cameras is helping to prosecute offenders

Cold Caller

Please keep a look out for a cold caller offering to do tree work at inflated prices this morning 16/7 in the area of Waltham Rd. He is offering a "This day only" deal and a special deal for OAPs. He has a badge pinned to his shirt.

Please do not do business on your doorstep.

Please use local traders on recommendations from friends.

If you see him please call Police on 0845 60 60 222 so he can be checked

For Services vetted by local Trading Standards please click here

Special Constables Needed in NE Lincolnshire

Joy Harvie, Humberside Police Special Constables Recruitment Officer, writes;

"The public demand for visible, on-street patrols has never been greater and Humberside Police is constantly working to reduce crime and protect your community. You can make your community a safer place for all by unlocking your potential and making a difference every day.


We are recruiting Special Constables in Grimsby , Cleethorpes and surrounding areas, to provide a service that only Team Humberside can deliver. Every person plays a vital part in achieving our commitment to making Humberside a safer place.

For more information or to request an application form contact me on 01482 220724 or log on to

http://www.humberside.police.uk/recruitment/special-constables

Please click here for more information

Frederick Manning

Humberside Police are appealing for help in tracing the relatives of a 77-year-old man who has sadly died.

Frederick Manning was found sadly deceased at his home address on Tivoli Gardens in Grimsby on Wednesday 7/7

His death is not being treated as suspicious.

Help from the public is now being sought in order to trace any friends or relatives as to date, none have been located.

Any friends or relatives of Frederick Manning or anyone with information are asked to contact HM Coroners Office for North Lincolnshire and Grimsby District on 01472 324018.

Arrest

Detectives investigating the serious assault of a 69-year-old woman have today arrested an 18-year-old man in connection with the investigation following lengthy inquiries.

As reported previously, Police were called to the address on Revesby Avenue in Grimsby just after 7am on Monday 21 June 2010 by the Ambulance Service who were in attendance treating a 69-year-old woman for injuries including a dislocated shoulder.

It would appear that the elderly woman was attacked after disturbing the suspect in her back garden as she let her dog out at around 0700hrs that morning.

The suspect then entered the bungalow and stole a jewellery box containing various items of jewellery and ran out of the house via the rear door leaving the victim on the ground.

As a result of the assault, the 69-year-old woman suffered a dislocated right shoulder, bruising and swelling to her right eye and a 4/5in gash on her head as a result of being struck.

She was taken by ambulance after being treated at the scene and remains in hospital at this time were her condition is not life threatening.

The 47-year-old man arrested shortly after the incident remains on bail at this time.

Anyone with information is asked to contact either Humberside Police on 0845 60 60 222 quoting log number 77 of 21/06/10 or call Crimestoppers completely anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Metal Theft Action

Theft of metal continues to be a problem across the country and thieves are taking bigger risks in order to steel enough to make it worth their while which is presenting police forces with the ongoing challenge of how to make it harder for thieves to sell the stolen metal while prices remain high.

On Wednesday 14 July 2010 Police in North East Lincolnshire along with Trading Standards are taking part in the national metal theft day of action in order to set the wheels in motion and target not only those committing this type of crime but also any scrap metal dealers who may be taking this stolen metal in without asking the correct questions or recording the correct details at the time.

Offences have increased significantly over the past six months across the United Kingdom, with a large number of thefts from railways, utilities substations, businesses, houses and even road grids.

The crime can have a significant impact on businesses as well as communities and can put not only the thieves but also innocent members of public in immediate danger as we have seen instances were gas piping has been stolen leaving gas leaking into properties.

The desirability for metal amongst thieves has been fuelled by increasing price for metal across worldwide markets. The industry is estimated to be a £5 billion per annum industry, and a conservative estimate is that metal theft offences costs the UK costs the economy £700million per annum.

With the prices set to continue rising as more countries come out of recession, police forces, together with a variety of industries, are exploring methods of tackling the problem.

In North East Lincolnshire, there are a number of housing re-generation areas, with many of these areas being targeted in the past by metal thieves who break-in before stripping the metal from within before weighing in the stolen contraband at scrap metal dealers in the area.

Therefore local police officers will be working with Trading Standards officers in order to target scrap yards with three aims in mind:

1 – To examine the records kept by the scrap metal dealers to ensure they are not purchasing stolen metal

2 – To educate the scrap metal dealers that Humberside Police are taking a pro active approach in the investigation of
metal theft offences and remind them of their obligations under the Scrap Metal Dealers Act 1964

3 - To encourage scrap metal dealers to assist Humberside Police in asking questions of their customers beyond what the law requires to assist police with metal theft inquiries in the future.

In addition officers from Humberside Police Vehicle Investigation Branch and the Roads Policing Unit will be deployed along with a member of the Environmental Agency (EA) to the areas close to scrap metal dealers.

They will deal with any offences in relation to the vehicles used in the transportation of scrap. EA staff will deal with any contravention's to waste carriers’ licences.

Paul Crowther, Deputy Chief Constable of British Transport Police and national lead on metal theft for Association of Chief Police Officers, is overseeing a national day of action which will see police forces in England, Scotland and Wales targeting thieves and scrap yards.

A spokesperson for Police in North East Lincolnshire said: "The theft of metal is far from being a victimless crime often causing damage to the properties, businesses and even church's it is taken from not to mention putting those inside at risk should a gas pipe be the target.

“As we have said before, Police have devoted considerable resources to driving down this type of crime, through targeted policing including intelligence-led operations, proactive patrols and scrap yard visits.

“Officers are continuing to work hard to identify offenders and take appropriate action; this has resulted in recent arrests in the North East Lincs area.

Police were called shortly after 830pm yesterday following a reported incident which happened at Cherry Valley Farms in Great Coates in which a quantity of stainless steel items were stolen by thieves who drove away from the scene. Officers attended the area and following an initial search two men aged 29 and 34-years-old were arrested shortly after 9pm.

Serious Assault

An investigation has been launched following a serious assault which happened between 1020pm and 1035pm on Sunday 11 July 2010 in Grimsby.

A 72-year-old man had just parked his mobility scooter at the rear of his home address in The Square, Weelsby Street, Grimsby and was walking back towards his door when he was approached from behind by two men.

One of the men shouted at the 72-year-old demanding his money and watch before reaching out and grabbing at the watch while the other suspect assaulted the victim causing him to fall to the ground.

Both suspects then assaulted the 72-year-old further while again trying to grab the victim's wallet and watch before then running from the scene leaving the victim on the ground having suffered broken wrists, broken ribs, swelling to his face along with grazing and lacerations to the rest of his body.

Detective Insp Wendy North who is leading the investigation said: "An investigation is underway into this despicable offence against an innocent and vulnerable man.

"The two suspects have shown no remorse during this violent assault and their motivation seems to have been to steal little more than the victim's valuable items.

"The incident has happened in a close knit community and has left the residents understandably shocked by the nature of the assault and it is vital that anyone with information no matter how trivial it may seemcomes forward either by contacting Humberside Police or by contacting Crimestoppers anonymously.

"We would like to reassure the public that this seems to be an isolated incident and police officers and PCSO's will be out in the area making inquiries so please do not hesitate to stop them should you have any concerns."

The first suspect is described as being a white male aged around 27-years-old, approx. 5ft 10in tall and of slim build. He had short brown coloured hair and was wearing a white coloured hooded jacket at the time.

The second suspect is described as being a white male aged in his early 20's, of slim build and approx. 5ft 5in tall. He was wearing a dark coloured top with jeans and had dark coloured hair.

Anyone with information relating to this incident should contact either Humberside Police on 0845 60 60 222 quoting log number 800 of 11/07/2010 or alternatively contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Young People Can Now be Made Safer on Facebook

The Police Child Exploitation and Online Protection (CEOP) Advice and Reporting Centre can be accessed via

http://www.facebook.com/clickceop

Add an app to your Facebook profile and if you are a parent have your youngsters intstall it too

Click here

Detective Chief Superintendent Richard Kerman from Humberside Police said: “The internet is an amazing place where we can connect with each other and maintain regular communication, but we know that young users of social networking sites can be vulnerable. Today’s announcement by CEOP represents a significant step forward in keeping young people safer on Facebook and we would urge all Facebook users in Humberside to add this application.

“If you are a parent on Facebook, add the app and encourage your children to do so too. This will act as a visible deterrent to offenders and result in your child receiving regular online safety tips from CEOP, so you can feel reassured that they are better protected online.”

As well as adding the ClickCEOP app, Humberside Police offer the following advice to stay safe when using Facebook:
Make sure privacy settings are set to private so the only people who can see your page and information are your friends
Some people lie about who they are online so only add friends who you know in the real world
Block or delete people who upset you or send nasty messages
Tell a trusted adult if you have a concern about something that has happened to you online

Police Messages 8/7

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Cold Callers

If you do not want to do business at your doorstep please download the, "No cold callers" poster and place at your door or in a window. Scroll down and print off. (Compliments of Martins Moneysaving Expert)

Please click here

Apart from people trying to sell you stuff you don't want criminals use this method to trick their way into houses.

If a caller ignores the sign answer the door with the door security chain in place and point to the sign. If they continue ask for identification with the chain still fixed. Make a note of the details and report the intrusion to Trading Standards via Consumer Direct

Please click here

For information about cold calling

Please click here

If you have been tricked into letting someone into your home and cash has been stolen please call Police immediately on 999.

For information about distraction burglary

Please click here

Crime State

Please click here for current crime state

Scambuster

Please download the scambusting booklet provided by the Office of Fair Trading.

Please click here Then reduce to 100%

It gives you all you need to know about the ways criminals use to relieve you of your cash.

Also please click here for advice on reporting scams.

Unlocked Doors and Windows

Crime analysts at Grimsby and Scunthorpe continue to tell safelinks that, out of the house burglaries reported so far this year, about a third, yes 33%, have involved an insecurity.

This means thieves have simply walked in through an unlocked door or reached in through an insecure window, unhooked the catch and climbed in.

Thieves roam around the streets walking down drives and trying back doors.

If challenged they will have a little story to put you off guard so they can make a getaway.

Thieves take advantage of these insecurities and steal handbags, wallets or car ignition keys left on the kitchen table.

Please pass the warning about to lock doors and windows at all times even if you are in the house.

If you see anyone going down drives please call Police straight away on 0845 60 60 222 straight away.

Drug Raids in Grimsby Area

Police in the Grimsby, Cleethorpes and Immingham areas continue working to stop the dealing of drugs.

Regular information to the Police is needed and you can help to improve your area in this way. This can be done in confidence by phoning Police on 0845 60 60 222. What has worked very well is regular emails to safelinks on via "Contact safelinks." It helps if you leave an email address as we can ask specific questions posed by Police Intelligence Officers.

It may take time until you see something happening as the investigation will not be obvious so the time to call is now.

If you need to remain anonymous please contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111

Burglary and Car Crime Advice Packs

Graham Reynolds, Humberside Association of Neighbourhood Watch Groups, has handed PC Ant Barker a large number of burglary and car crime prevention advice packs for residents of the Cleethorpes South Neighbourhood Policing area.

The packs will be used on the multi agency information van.

These packs contain useful reminders about crime prevention and a uv property marking pen. Although crime in NE Lincolnshire is decreasing the advice remains relevant.

The free packs are available to residents of other areas from Graham at Safer Communities, Burwell Drive (01472 324971), Immingham Police Station or from PC Barker at Cleethorpes Police Station.

  PC Barker receiving the packs from Graham Reynolds

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People Who Make Life Miserable - Anti-Social Behaviour

Question; What is anti-social behaviour?

Answer; Anti-social behaviour is a general term used for neighbour and estate nuisance problems. It can be serious acts of violence and harassment. It can also be disturbance from loud music. It includes individuals and groups causing trouble

It can hold back the improvement of our areas, creating a place where crime can take hold.

The Government, the Humberside Police , NE Lincolnshire Council and Shoreline are committed to cracking down on anti social behaviour.

Andy Everett is the anti-social behaviour co-ordinator and he works for Humberside Police alongside Lizzie Smith, the anti-social behaviour co-ordinator for The North East Lincolnshire Council. They are the focal point for the reduction of mis-behaviour by the few individuals who set out to make life unbearable for a number of others.

They have a team of researchers and investigators gathering evidence, all working in partnership with the Neighbourhood Police Teams.

A large number of anti-social behaviour orders have been granted by Magistrates Court when steps have been taken to improve behaviour and these steps have failed. There are always applications for orders being worked upon. The team work to improve behaviour before and order is applied for.

Safelinks wants to work with ordinary, properly behaved people, the anti-social behaviour officer, the Police, NE Lincolnshire Council and anyone similarly minded to make NE Lincolnshire a better place in which to live, work and find enjoyment.

The secret to its success is the strength of the community, to raise standards and the sending of information in much the same way you give information on crime and drug dealing.

Steps are taken to resolve issues before an anti-social behaviour order is obtained. The community is needed as the community know much more about an area than the Police or ASBO Team. Once an order is made the community controls the order by reporting any breaches to the Police. Armed with evidence the Police arrest the person. The magistrates court decides on the sentence. This can and does include imprisonment.

For further information from NE Lincolnshire Council  please click here

For further information from The Home Office please click here

For further information from Direct.Gov please click here

Please click on your area on the left toolbar from the safelinks home page. Then click on the local area news page and scroll down to view photos of people subject to anti-social behaviour orders in your area. Details of the order are included. If you see a breach of an order taking place please call Police on 0845 60 60 222 straight away.

Not all orders are published so please call Safelinks via 'contact safelinks' if you wish to know about other orders.

The NE Lincs ASBO Team

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To contact your ASBO Team please call 01472 326101

Safer and Stronger Communities Spring Newsletter

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