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Chris, Watch Administrator, has left Maldon Police and there are no plans at present for the post to be maintained. However, a new Community Safety Development Officer will be starting at Maldon shortly, and hopefully will be able to compile a weekly report.

I think the address of this blog is misleading, and so when the new person resumes the reports, I will start a new blog to post information, and link iot to this blog.

(I won't reuse blogs in future, it's too confusing.)

Identity and Credit Card Fraud

To prevent members of the community from becoming victims of identity or credit card fraud, Essex Police offers the following guidance.


“You should never give out details of your PIN number to another person, not even to a respected figure of authority in the community. No professional body or person, not even your bank, will ever ask for the PIN number of your credit or debit cards."

Identity theft is when someone’s personal information is obtained by another person without their knowledge. When the information gathered is used by the criminal to obtain credit, goods or services this is identity fraud.

Here are some simple steps that everyone can take to protect themselves from becoming a victim of identity fraud:

- Store details that contain personal information in a safe place
- Shred or destroy any documents such as bills, receipts or general post
- Check your bank statements regularly
- Have a different password or PIN for each account
- Ensure that your home computer has good anti-virus protection

Dwelling Burglaries... Can You help?

A message from Anne Larn, Maldon Police:

I have been askled by CID officers if I can circulate to you a press release regarding Dwelling Burglaries in the Maldon area.

If anyone has any information that will be of help to the police please contact CID at Maldon Police Station on 0300 333 444.

Many thanks

Anne

MALDON: daytime dwelling burglaries, July 2009
Detectives are appealing for information following a number of dwelling burglaries in Maldon district. There were three burglaries on July 6, 2009, which occurred during the daytime and where entry to the property was gained from the rear of the property by forcing or smashing a rear window or door.

Unknown suspects forced entry to a property in Basin Road, Heybridge, between 6:30am & 4:30pm on July 6, by forcing a rear window with an unknown implement, causing £50 of damage, and stealing cards and jewellery with an estimated total value in the low four figures.

Unknown suspects forced entry to a property in Southminster Road, Mayland, between 9am & 11:40am on July 6, by smashing the glass in an uPVC door at the rear of the property, causing an estimated £200 of damage. Nothing was stolen.

Unknown suspects forced entry to a property in Maldon Road, Burnham-on-Crouch, between 7:45am & 12:40pm on July 6, by smashing a rear window, causing an estimated £300 of damage, and stealing jewellery with an estimated value of around £1000.

Dc Alison Cotter of CID in Maldon said:
“These crimes follow a similar pattern, with the burglar or burglars forcing their way into people’s homes during daylight hours, via the rear of the property. We are actively investigating these crimes, and are determined to catch those responsible. I would ask anyone with information to contact CID in Maldon on 0300 33334444. If you see anybody acting suspiciously, especially in a rear garden, or if you see any unknown or unrecognised vehicles in your neighbourhood, please call 999 immediately.”

Crime Reduction Officer Trisha Staerck said:
“I would urge residents to make it as difficult as possible for criminals to gain access to the rear of your property. Please ensure that the locks and bolts to your garden doors are in good condition, and can do their job of keeping unwanted visitors out. I would ask residents to consider fitting burglar alarms, which can both deter burglars and help police to catch them.”

It’s also important to take sensible precautions during the hot summer weather.
Dc Alison Cotter said: “Although all these burglaries involved criminals forcing their way into properties, they will also seek to take advantage of open or unlocked doors and windows. Please make sure that you lock up and close all your windows when you leave home.”

Crime Reduction Officer Trisha Staerck adds:
“It’s important to keep cool during the hot weather, but I would urge residents to be sensible at the same time. Unfortunately, passing thieves or burglars can regard an open door or window as an opportunity for them to chance their luck, and attempt to steal your property. It’s also very easy to doze off for a few minutes in the hot weather – providing a thief with the opportunity they’re looking for. So, please do be sensible even when you’re at home.

“If you’re leaving your home unoccupied – whilst going to work, doing the shopping, doing the school run, whatever - do check all your doors and windows to ensure they’re closed and locked before going out. Noone wants to come home to the disruption and heartache of a burglary.”

Police are appealing for anyone with information on any of these crimes to telephone Essex Police on 0300 3334444, and ask for CID in Maldon, or call CRIMESTOPPERS anonymously on 0800 555 111.

For further information on ensuring your home is as safe and secure as possible, please contract Crime Reduction Officer Trisha Staerck, at Chelmsford police station, on 01245 212548.

Chris's Information Update 05 07 09

There has been a report from a resident of West Bowers Road, Woodham Walter that in late June a female knocked on her door. She was not able to answer the door in time, but saw a female standing at the front gate. She didn’t think much about it at the time but has since found evidence that someone has been round the back of her house. She describes the female as approx 5’3” tall, plumpish with long dark hair, olive skinned complexion, wearing a faded yellow tea shirt.
The informant passed this information to the police over the weekend.

Please make sure that doors and windows are kept locked, wherever possible, paying particular attention to rear doors – while you are occupied at the front door, someone could be getting in through the back.



TOLLESHUNT D’ARCY

Detectives are appealing for information following a burglary in Tolleshunt D’Arcy, Maldon. The burglary happened in Station Road, between 7:30am & 2pm on July 1, 2009, when unknown suspects forced entry by smashing a pane of glass, causing an estimated £150 of damage, and stole jewellery with an estimated value in the mid four figures. Anyone with information should call CID in Maldon on 0300 3334444, where the investigating officer is Dc Steven BENNETT, or call CRIMESTOPPERS anonymously on 0800 555111.


COLD NORTON

Detectives are appealing for information following a burglary in Cold Norton, Maldon. The burglary happened in Clarke Rise, around 2:45am on July 4, 2009, when unknown suspects forced entry via a door, causing no visible damage, and stole two wallets, cash and car keys with an estimated total value of around £40. The resident heard the door close and called Essex Police. No vehicles were stolen.
DCI Mark Wheeler said: “It’s good to ensure that you keep your keys somewhere safe and out of sight. Also, do not leave cash, bags and wallets lying around. Please keep all accessible doors and window closed and locked. If you have uPVC doors, please ensure that you lock the door with the key - just pulling up the handle does not deadlock the door. If you have a garage, please try to lock your vehicle away safely inside it.
Anyone with information should call CID in Maldon on 0300 3334444, where the investigating officer is Dc Steven BENNETT, or call CRIMESTOPPERS anonymously on 0800 555111.


Southminster

Between 3 May and 3 July in Hall Road, Southminster, a barn was broken into by breaking the padlock and camping equipment was stolen. There were 12 tents and various cooking equipment to the value of £1500, belonging to scouts groups.


Heybridge

Overnight on 3/4 July at The Roothings, entry was gained to a secure blue Nissan micra and a black Prada shoulder bag, containing a purse, wallet, cards, driving licence and loose change and valued at £250 was stolen. The bag was on the floor of the front passenger seat. Information to Maldon Police Station.

Overnight on 1/2 July in Coopers Avenue an instrument was used to force the offside front door lock of a white Mercedes sprinter van and a tom tom sat nav and telephone equipment were stolen. Value of items is £200, damage estimated at £100. Information to Maldon Police Station.

Leaving goods on show in a car, whether locked or not, is an invitation to steal. Anything of value should be removed from the car (including cradles for phones and sat navs) entirely, or, at the very least, removed from open view.


Maldon

Just after midnight on 5 July in King Street, the front offside headlight of a pink Austin mini was smashed with a piece of concrete. Damage valued at £50. Information to Maldon Police Station.


























Forthcoming meetings:


Monday 6 July at 7.00pm Claydon Room, Plantation Hall, Colchester Road, Heybridge NAPs and NHW

Tuesday 7 July at 7.00pm St Cedds Hall, Princes Road, Maldon NHW Co-ordinators AGM

Thursday 9 July at 7.00pm Wickham Walter Village Hall NAPs

Monday 13 July at 7.00pm Cold Norton Village Hall NAPs

Monday 13 July at 7.00pm Tollesbury Community Centre NAPs

Wednesday 15 July at 7.00pm Tillingham Village Hall NAPs

Thursday 16 July at 7.00pm Maldon Town Hall, Market Hill NAPs

Thursday 23 July 2009 at 7.00pm Burnham Council Offices Maldon District Community Safety Partnership workshop on Fear and Concerns of Crime

Monday 27 July at 7.00pm Brick House Farm Community Centre, off Poulton Close NHW first meeting for Poets Estate

Thursday 30 July 2009 at 7.00pm One Place, High Street, Burnham on Crouch NAPs


NHW co-ordinators should make every effort to attend their local meeting. In that way, they can be certain that the issues in their area are identified and prioritised.

Mrs Chris Walker
6 July 2009

Chris's Information Update 28 06 09

There has been some concern expressed about leaflets being delivered to homes, in particular one for Ben’s Gutters. If you haven’t received the Ben’s Gutters compliment slip,(currently doing the rounds in Basildon and Thurrock), it looks handwritten in felt pen and says he is cleaning the gutters of a close neighbour to you and would you like yours done at the same visit?, It gives a website address and a mobile number and is signed Ben.

Thurrock Trading standards say the advert is breaching the Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading 2008 regulations because it is misleading in its contents and appearance and may make a person pay money to the company. Enquiries with Company House have also shown that Ben’s Gutters is not registered as a limited company as its website states it is. Thurrock Trading standards have brought this issue to the attention of the Sussex Trading standards where the company originates from and they will make contact with Ben’s Gutters to highlight the concerns and have them change their advertising.

To date there have been no reports of criminal activity in connection with any local resident using this company; it’s just their advertising strategy that is misleading.

Please avoid using companies that leaflet drop. If you want any work done, use personal recommendations or look for companies in the yellow pages or from the internet and always get 3 quotes before you settle on a company.

If you have any concerns or problems when dealing with any trading standard matter from dealing with people at the front door to buying defective goods from a shop, your first call should be to Consumer Direct, as below.



They work in a similar way to NHS Direct in that they can give advice over the phone on your issue, they will record your complaint and pass it on to the relevant Trading Standard department and if it is an urgent issue (e.g. cold callers still in your road as you are talking to Consumer Direct), they will alert the local Trading standards immediately, who if on duty will attend the incident and speak with the cold caller while they are still in place.






Southminster

Between 2220 and 2320 on 24 June in Scotts Hill, suspects forced entry to a yard by damaging the padlock and stole a Compaq laptop PC, valued at £700. Damage estimated at £75. Information to Pc Nicola Jeffery.


Burnham on Crouch

Between 1 January and 25 June at Creeksea Caravan Park, Ferry Road, a 24 foot boat with a forward facing wheel house, and weighing about 3 tonnes was stolen. Information to Pc Richard Newton.

Overnight on 24/25 June in Maldon Road, a secure cream and brown Bedford horse box, valued at £3000 was stolen from a farm. Information to Pc Shelley Adam.

At 0139 on 23 June at the Co-op in Foundry Lane, entry was gained to the shop by forcing the main entrance door using a claw hammer, causing damage to the roller shutter door and smashing the glass. Cigarettes to the value of £3000 were stolen and £2000 of damage was caused. The cigarettes have been recovered and suspects arrested for burglary.

Between 2230 and 2359 on 26 June an insecure grey Muddy Fox Rogue Houligan cycle was stolen from outside a property in Crouch Road. The cycle had bronze handlebars with red hand grips, 36” wheels, high seat and tall headstock. The cycle is valued at £200. Information to Pc Alan Bowen.

Between midnight and 0600 on 27 June an insecure pedal cycle was stolen from an open porch of a property in Wick Road. The cycle is a purple metallic ladies universal rampage bike with a light grey child seat on the back and a red padded cushion, valued at £70. Information to Pc Jackie Thorogood.

Between 0900 on 18 June and 1630 on 25 June in Lilian Road, the index plate was removed from a trailer attached to a red Ford Escort. Value is £20. Information to Pc Neil Tremain.


Latchingdon

Between 0130 and 0600 on 26 June at a property in The Street, a suspect removed the car keys, which were on a table in the porch, by “hooking” them through the letter box and stole a blue BMW convertible, valued at £35000. Information to Pc Steven Bennett.


Wickham Bishops

Around 2230 on 22 June at Hatfield Road, suspects attempted to force entry to a blue Nissan Cabstar by smashing the front offside window and attempted to start the car causing ignition barrel damage. Total damage estimated at £450. The car was not stolen. Information to Pc Alan Bowen.


Purleigh

Between 1945 and 1955 on 26 June in Howe Green Road the index plates of a black Ford Fiesta were removed. Value is £25. It is believed that 2 or 3 males in a saloon car may be involved. Information to Pc Wendy Brown.


Mundon

Between 0530 on 24 June and 0530 on 25 June in Burnham Road, a secure white Nissan Cabstar, valued at £4000 was stolen from a farm. Information to Maldon police Station.


Heybridge

Between 0900 on 24 June and noon on 27 June in Chapel Lane, a catalytic converter and exhaust, valued at £1500, was stolen from a silver Ford Ranger. Information to Pc Yasmina Sakauloo.

Between 2200 on 19 June and 0915 on 23 June a glazed roof panel at Plantation Hall was broken when a stone was thrown. Damage valued at £250. Information to Maldon Police Station.


Between 20 and 27 June in Maple Avenue, a silver Peugeot was damaged by scratching on the nearside panel. Damage estimated at £500. Information to Maldon Police Station.

Between 1800 on 26 June and 0930 on 27 June in Wood Road a purple VW Golf was damged when the front offside window was smashed. Damage valued at £100. Information to Pc Thomas Flint.


Maldon

Between 2000 and 2315 on 23 June in Park Drive, suspects climbed over a side gate and gained entry to a property via an insecure door. A white gold engagement ring, valued at £500 was stolen. Information to Dc Patrick Snape.

Around 1330 on 23 June, at the car park to the Queens Head, the driver of a white Iveco van left the vehicle unlocked whilst he was delivering. His wallet containing cash and documents was stolen. Information to Maldon Police Station.

Between 1755 on 25 June and 0615 on 26 June in Falcon Fields a catalytic converter, valued at £800, was stolen from a silver Ford Ranger Thunder, by unbolting it. Information to Pc Lee Taylor.

Around 0130 on 26 June in Spinnaker Road, suspects smashed the front window of a yellow Vauxhall Vivaro, ripped the dashboard off and stole a sat nav system. Damage estimated at £600. Information to Pc Martyn Leggett.

Between 2255 and 2300 on 26 June in Mill Road a grey Ford Focus was damaged by kicking, causing a dent in the offside door. Damage valued at £150. Information to Pc Robert Eveling.

Between 1600 on 22 June and 0900 on 23 June in St Giles Close a purple Ford Ka was damaged by scratching the offside rear panels. Damage estimated at £300. Information to Pc Robert Eveling.

Forthcoming meetings:


Monday 6 July at 7.00pm Claydon Room, Plantation Hall, Colchester Road, Heybridge NAPs and NHW

Tuesday 7 July at 7.00pm St Cedds Hall, Princes Road, Maldon NHW Co-ordinators AGM

Thursday 9 July at 7.00pm Wickham Walter Village Hall NAPs

Monday 13 July at 7.00pm Cold Norton Village Hall NAPs

Monday 13 July at 7.00pm Tollesbury Community Centre NAPs

Wednesday 15 July at 7.00pm Tillingham Village Hall NAPs

Thursday 16 July at 7.00pm Maldon Town Hall, Market Hill NAPs

Monday 27 July at 7.00pm Brick House Farm Community Centre, off Poulton Close NHW first meeting for Poets Estate

Thursday 30 July 2009 at 7.00pm One Place, High Street, Burnham on Crouch NAPs


NHW co-ordinators should make every effort to attend their local meeting. In that way, they can be certain that the issues in their area are identified and prioritised.

Mrs Chris Walker
29 June 2009

Information Update 21 06 09

Information from Southend on Sea - the EWA has been advised by the Parks Department that to date they have had 25, one metre square rubber safety tiles stolen from children's playgrounds. These are probably being stolen for use in private gardens around children's swings, climbing frames etc. and are possibly being disposed of through boot fairs etc

If this type of theft has not reached Essex yet, it will probably be a matter of time.

Please let the police know if any of these tiles are stolen or if you see any for sale.

Information from Trading Standards – there is a firm called RoofRite Roofing offering maintenance services around the Maldon area. There is no problem with the work done, but the charges are considered to be unnecessarily high. If anyone is approached they would be advised not to agree to any work without getting a minimum of 3 quotes. If in any doubt, contact Paul Hardy at Trading Standards on 07920 467027.

For the attention of all farms and smallholdings etc – in mid-June a large quantity of tractor weights were seized following an arrest. Some of the weights were identified as stolen from Waldegraves Farm, Widdington. The remainder of weights re yet to be claimed or reported as stolen.
Please check to make sure that you have not had any tractor weights stolen – likely dates are between 5 and 8 June 2009. If you are missing any, please contact me as soon as possible.

Attached to this update is a picture of a vehicle seen on farm land without permission, believed to be connected to hare coursing. Could members of FarmWatch in particular, keep their eyes open and let us know if you see this vehicle on your land.


Southminster

Between 1100 on 15 June and 1300 on 16 June at Regents Close a secure blue Honda SCV 100-3 scooter was stolen. The scooter is valued at £800 and was taken from a car park. Information to Pc Alan Bowen.


Burnham on Crouch

Around 1230 on 17 June at a property in Alamein Road, the resident discovered an unidentified male in her dining room. She told him to go and he left via the rear door. Nothing was taken. The male is described as in his late 20’s, about 5’10” tall with mousy brown collar length hair, a skinny build, with a pale washed out complexion, wearing blue jeans, and a dark t-shirt with a motif on the chest.
It is thought the male gained entry through an insecure back door – please make sure doors are secured, even in this hot weather, or consider buying a door alarm (if there is a need for these, I can order some and sell them at cost - £4.00 each with a minimum order of 25).
Information to Dc Steven Bennett.

Between noon on June 10 and noon on June 14 at Creeksea Sailing Club, Ferry Road, a silver West Mersea boat trailer, valued at £250 was stolen. Information to Pc Paul Rawson.

Overnight on 14/15 June in Chapel Road a black Ford Fiesta was damaged by scratching from the bonnet to the rear offside panel. Damage valued at £200. Information to Pc Robert Townsend.

Between 2215 and 2230 on 20 June the window of a property in the High Street was smashed. Damage valued at £100. Information to Pc Richard Newton.

Between 1300 and 1800 on 19 June in High Street a concrete planter containing a box plant was taken from the driveway of a property in the High Street. The item was two foot square and would need more than one person to carry it. Planter valued at £100. Information to Pc Rod Gaskin.



Purleigh

Overnight on 17/18 June in Marlpits Road, 12 Westmoreland rocks were taken from the grass verge at the front of the property. The value of the rocks is £240. Information to Pc Arran Shave.


Wickham Bishops

Around 0157 on June 19 in Grange Road, suspects attempted to gain entry to a property by smashing an uPVC door lock. They were disturbed by the owners and ran off. They also attempted to force entry to a garage at the property. Total damage valued at £100. Information to Pc Lee Taylor.


Heybridge

Between 0800 and 1550 on 17 June in Fish Street, Goldhanger, suspects forced entry into a property and stole various items of jewellery, valued at £16000. Information to Dc Steven Bennett.

Overnight on 19/20 June in Wagtail Drive a white Vauxhall Vivaro van was damaged when a hole was punched in the bottom of the windscreen. Damage valued at £200. Information to Maldon Police Station.

At 0345 on 15 June in Wagtail Drive suspects gained entry to a secure shed in the garden of a property by breaking off the bolt. A selection of screwdrivers and other manual tools contained in a blue plastic toolbox were stolen, valued at £30. Information to Pc Alison King.

Overnight on 17/18 June in Acorn Close an insecure pedal cycle, valued at £45, was stolen from the drive of a property. The cycle is a Peugeot electric blue mountain bike with Peugeot written on the frame in silver, 15 gears, black padlock around the seat with quick release wheels. Information to Pc Ovais Chaudry.


Maldon

Between 1900 on June 20 and 0730 on 21 June in London Road, suspects dug up and stole a mountain ash tree, valued at £100, from the communal area. Information to Pc Robert Eveling.

Overnight on 16/17 June on Fambridge Road a grey Mini Cooper was scratched on the front bonnet. Damage valued at £1600. Information to Pc Thomas Flint.

Overnight on 19/20 June in the High Street, damage was caused to the disabled door button at Subway when the metal case was pulled off the wall and smashed, leaving wires hanging. Damage valued at £250. Information to Pc Ovais Chaudry.

Between 2100 and 2230 on 19 June in Stock Chase solar lights were stolen from a front garden, valued at £10. Information to Pc Ovais Chaudry.


Forthcoming meetings:

Date Where Type of Meeting

Monday 6 July at 7.00pm Claydon Room, Plantation Hall, Colchester Road, Heybridge NAPs and NHW
Tuesday 7 July at 7.00pm St Cedds Hall, Princes Road, Maldon NHW Co-ordinators AGM
Thursday 9 July at 7.00pm Wickham Walter Village Hall NAPs
Monday 13 July at 7.00pm Cold Norton Village Hall NAPs
Monday 13 July at 7.00pm Tollesbury Community Centre NAPs
Wednesday 15 July at 7.00pm Tillingham Village Hall NAPs
Thursday 16 July at 7.00pm Maldon Town Hall, Market Hill NAPs
Monday 27 July at 7.00pm Brick House Fram Community Centre, off Poulton Close NHW first meeting


NHW co-ordinators should make every effort to attend their local meeting. In that way, they can be certain that the issues in their area are identified and prioritised.

Mrs Chris Walker
22 June 2009

Information Update 140609

Criminal damage

Between 1200 on 7 June and 0700 on 8 June an abandoned cycle frame was used to knock 2 large holes in the wooden changing rooms at the football ground in Katonia Avenue, Mayland. Damage is valued at £2000. Info to Pc Lisa Workman.

Between 1900 on 8 June and 0900 on 9 June six benches were pushed and broken from their concrete base at the camp site at Millbeach Seaside Resort Ltd, Goldhanger Road, Heybridge. Damage is valued at £80. Information to Pc Lea Keene.

Between 1700 on 11 June and 0830 on 12 June a security sensor light was pulled off the wall of a property in Steeple Close, Heybridge. Damage is valued at £30. Information to Pc Neil Tremain.

At 1540 on 10 June stones were thrown at a front door in King Street, Maldon, causing a hole and a crack to the single glazed bottom panel. Damage is valued at £100. Information to Pc Cally MacIver.

Theft and burglary

Between 6 March and 6 June the handle of a garage in Spital Road, Maldon was smashed and the lock was forced to gain entry. Nothing was taken. Damage valued at £100. Information to Pc Cally MacIver.

Between 1200 on 31 May and 2300 on 10 June entry was gained to a secure storage unit at Mill Beach Caravan Park, Goldhanger Road, Heybridge and various items of fishing gear, valued at £600 were stolen. Info to Pc Sonia Mirington.

At the same address between 2300 on 7 June and 0800 on 8 June entry was gained to an insecure shed. An outboard motor – Mariner Grey 4 hp and 4 insecure pedal cycles were stolen, valued at £250. Information to Pc Lee Taylor.

At 0015 on 13 June suspects unknown attempted to force the front door of a property in Mundon Road. Damage was caused to the value of £50. Information to Pc Patrick Snape.

Between 2000 on 12 June and 1300 on 13 June an insecure silver blue mountain bike was stolen from Mill Road. The bike is valued at £120. Info to Pc Dean Stratton.

Between 1930 and 2030 on 12 June an insecure plum red mountain bike with diamondback written on it was stolen from a property in Friary Fields. Bike is valued at £150. Info to Maldon Police Station.

Vehicle crime – damage

When Where Vehicle
Between 1730 on 14 June and 0930 on 15 June Chapel Road, Burnham on Crouch Black Ford Fiesta
Between 1700 on 10 June and 1345 on 11 June Hall Road, Heybridge Blue Peugeot 406
Between 1600 on 13 June and 0930 on 15 June Mapl;e Avenue, Heybridge Black Vauxhall Corsa
Between 1700 on 10 June and 1215 on 11 June Freshwater Crescent, Heybridge Blue Fiat PandaBlue Suzuki Vitara
Between 1630 on 11 June and 1400 on 12 June Creasen Butt Close, Heybridge Pink Honda Jazz
Between 1800 on 6 June and 1100 on 14 June Maple Avenue, Heybridge Black Renault Clio
Between 2030 on 13 June and 1100 on 14 June Hall Road, Heybridge Blue VW Beetle
Between 1430 and 1530 on 10 June Anchorage View, St Lawrence, Southminster White Berlingo Van
Between 2205 and 2215 on 11 June Rope Walk, Maldon Silver BMW 316I
Between 2100 on 12June and 1000 on 13 June Fambridge Road, Maldon White Kia Sedona


Vehicle Crime – theft

When Where Vehicle + damage
Between 2030 on 8 June and 0920 on 9 June Church Lane, Maldon Front and rear index plates removed from Blue Toyota Yaris
Between 2000 on 9 June and 0530 on 10 June Chequers Lane, Maldon Front grill and lights stolen from White Ford Transit
Between 1500 on 12 June and 1700 on 13 June Friary Field, Maldon Offside glass and mechanism from wing mirror on both sides removed and casing cracked on Blue Vauxhall Astra
Between 1830 on 7 June and 0600 on 8 June Wagtail Drive, Heybridge Multicoloured Yamaha Motorcycle stolen and recovered in St Giles Close.
Between 1800 on 11 June and 1340 on 12 June Glendale Road, Burnham on Crouch Blue Ford Luton Horsebox stolen
Between 2330 on 10 June and 0300 on 11 June Tollesbury Marina, Woodrolfe Road, Tollesbury Petrol removed from grey Fiat Punto


Forthcoming NAPs meetings:

Thursday 18 June at 7.00pm Maldon Town Hall, Market Hill NAPS


NHW co-ordinators should make every effort to attend their local meeting. In that way, they can be certain that the issues in their area are identified and prioritised.

Mrs Chris Walker
15 June 2009

Information Update 07 06 09

Southminster

Between 1800 on 31 May and 2100 on 5 June in Station Road a secure garage was broken into and fishing tackle, camping stove etc were taken. Information to Southminster Police Station.

Bradwell on Sea

A blue Ford Zetec was found burned out on the Old Bradwell Airfield late on 2 June. This car was stolen from Crown Way whilst the owner was having heart surgery. Information to Southminster Police Station.

Between 0030 to 0800 on 23 May at the Kings Head, High Street, a brick was thrown and smashed 4 panes of glass in a window on the ground floor. Damage valued at £100. Information to Southminster Police Station.

Great Totham
Overnight on 5/6 June at Seagers the wing mirror was knocked loose and the casing smashed on a car. Two suspects have been identified.

Wickham Bishops

Around 1133 on 1 June at One Stop Community Stores in The Street, entry was forced to the store by smashing a door frame and glass panel and damaging shelving inside. A large quantity of cigarettes was stolen. Information to Pc Lisa Workman.

Heybridge

During the half term week at Heybridge CP School, Rowan Drive, damage has been caused to some tyres set into the ground in the play area. Information to Maldon Police Station.

Between 0830 and 0910 on 4 June in Redshank Drive 6 solar lights were stolen from a garden. Information to Maldon Police Station.

Between 1230 on 4 June and 0900 on 5 June in Colchester Road a black Vauxhall Safira was scratched across the front bonnet, offside around the petrol cap and rear offside door. Information to Pc Shave.

Overnight on 5/6 June at Tavern Garage, the Causeway, entry was effected using stolen keys and a substantial quantity of cigarettes were taken, together with £125 cash. Information to Pc Mirrington.

A silver Blackberry mobile phone valued at £300 was stolen from the jacket of a man in Tescos Express in Heybridge around 1915 on 5 June. Information to Maldon Police Station.

Around 1900 on 28 May in The Colliers a mobile phone was stolen from an insecure silver Vauxhall Astra van. The phone is valued around £500. Information to Pc Shave.

Maldon

Between 0400 and 0800 on 1 June at West Station Yard, Spital Road a silver Freenland Commercial van was broken into by smashing the front nearside window. A Kenwood Stereo and a Dell Laptop were stolen. Information to Maldon Police Station.

Ladders have been stolen from a white Toyota van in Washington Road. Reported on 1 June. Information to Maldon Police Station.

Between 1 June and 1300 on 2 June the indicator casing and bulbs etc were removed from a blue Ford Escort in Meadway. Information to Maldon Police Station.

Between 1300 and 1430 at a property in the High Street an Ipod Nano valued at £160 was taken from the jacket of an employee. The Ipod was black with white headphones and a chip in the right hand corner. Suspect is a white male about 5’10” tall, skinny build with a short haircut, aged about 17-18 years of age wearing a white hoody, grey tracksuit bottoms and white trainers. Information to Maldon Police Station.

Within a few days previous to 3 June in Towers Road a sign asking people to be considerate when they park has been ripped off a front gate. Information to Maldon Police Station.

Between 0800 and 1900 on 5 June in Washington Road, 2 box hedge trees planted in terracotta coloured plastic tubs were stolen from outside the front door of a property. Goods are valued at £50. Information to Maldon police Station.

Between 0900 and 1800 on 1 June at Wycke Hill, a black thin drawstring bag was taken containing sim cards and a broadband stick valued at £100. Information to Maldon Police Station.

At the fishing lakes in Scraley Road wire fencing and signs have been damaged. Damage estimated at £50. Information to Maldon Police Station.

Between 2300 and 0030 on 5/6 June in Meadway 2 big plant pots full of flowers were taken. Information to Pc Philpott.

Overnight on 6/7 June in Fambridge Road a red Lanos saloon was damaged when the rear window was smashed. Information to Maldon Police Station.

Between 1900 and 2210 on 5 June in Wellington Road the front door of a property was forced, causing £20 of damage and electrical equipment and alcohol valued at £690 were stolen. Information to Dc Steven Bennett.

Between 2000 on 5 June and 0120 on 6 June in Beacon Hill, entry was forced through a rear window and door, causing £450 of damage. A TV and other items valued at £1100 were taken. Information to Dc Matthew Keeble.


Forthcoming NAPs meetings:


Thursday 18 June at 7.00pm Maldon Town Hall, Market Hill NAPS


NHW co-ordinators should make every effort to attend their local meeting. In that way, they can be certain that the issues in their area are identified and prioritised.

Mrs Chris Walker
8 June 2009

Reports Direct

If anyone would like to receive the reports by email, or set up a neighbourhood watch, could they please contact Chris Walker at Maldon Police station, or email me on linda@nw-gts.org.uk

Chris's Weekly Report 1st June 09

Information Update 31 05 09

DISTRACTION BURGLARY – please treat as urgent!

Between 1515 and 1535 on 27 May a male knocked on the door of an 86 year old woman in Burnham on Crouch, claiming to be from the “Water Board”. Whilst he was talking to the lady, a second male entered the property and stole £250 cash from inside the property.
First suspect is a white male, around 30 years old, with short dark hair, stocky build, no accent, wearing dark jeans and a jacket.
Second suspect is a white male, around 30-40 years old, thin build with light coloured hair thinning on top and wearing light coloured clothing.

Please can we check that vulnerable neighbours know to:
· Make sure doors and windows are locked to prevent entry – especially back doors if you are answering the front door.
· Do not answer the door if you are uncertain who is calling – use a Notice to Callers or No Cold Callers sign in your window – but then DO NOT ANSWER THE DOOR!
· If you do open the door, make sure you put the security chain on before opening


Burnham on Crouch

Between 2100 on 26 May and 0630 on 27 May in Princes Road two bricks were thrown at a blue Nissan Micra, smashing the rear off side window. Information to Southminster Police Station.

At about 0030 on 30 May in Hillside Road the windscreen of a silver Vauxhall Vectra was smashed. Information to Southminster Police Station.

Between 1800 on 29 May and 0845 on 30 May in Fairway Drive the rear nearside window of a silver Renault Clio was smashed. Information to Southminster Police Station.

Between 2000 on 30 May and 1200 on 31 May the wing mirror of a blue Vauxhall Omega was ripped out of its bracket. Cost of damage is £300. Information to Southminster Police Station.


Southminster

Between 1500 on 25 May and 1100 on 30 May at Marconi Sailing Club, damage was caused to the door and door lock of a 10 foot sailing yacht. The thieves were unable to gain entry to the boat but the damage caused is estimated at £1000. Information to Southminster Police Station.




Bradwell on Sea

Between 1830 on 23 May and 1130 on 28 May at Othona Community Centre, entry was forced to a secure shed by ripping off the bolt and £1000 of mowers and strimmers were stolen. Information to Pc Ian Turner.



Great Totham

Between 0010 and 0900 on 30 May the rear windscreen and central brake light were smashed on a black Renault Clio which was parked on the driveway. Damage is valued at £150. Information to Maldon Police Station.

Between 2100 on 26 May and 0915 on 27 May at Sarells Nursery, Captains Wood Road, 31 chickens, valued at £250 were stolen. The chickens were kept in a secure compound surrounded by an electric fence and in the evening they are housed in a shed within the fencing. Information to Maldon Police Station.

This is one of a number of thefts of chickens across the division. Owners should keep their chickens as secure as possible.

Between 2115 on 26 May and 0700 on 27 May in School Road the front garden solar lights were stolen from a property and dragged down the road. The car aerial of a silver Smart car was also snapped off. Information to Pc Dean Stratton.

Between 1030 on 26 May and 0615 on 27 May a hanging basket was taken from outside of a property in Beadle Place. The basket was stamped on and left on the verge by the road. Information to Maldon Police Station.


Purleigh

Between 1600 on 24 May and 0800 on 25 May in Stow Road an Ifor Williams flatbed trailer, containing an 11 foot conservatory structure was stolen. Stolen items valued at £6500. Information to Pc Dean Stratton.



Wickham Bishops

Between midnight and 0643 on 27 May in Witham Road premises were broken into by forcing the lock, causing £500 of damage. Various items were stolen including jewellery, a handbag and cash. The keys to a black Landrover were taken and the car was used to drive away in. The value of the goods stolen is estimated at £65000. Information to Ds Gary McNair.

To use the words of Ray Stannard, the advice is - when you go to bed, take the car keys!




Tolleshunt Knights

Between 1545 and 1700 at Five Lakes Hotel Golf and Country Club a power golf trolley and 14 golf clubs were stolen from the bar area. The trolley is multi coloured and valued at £16000. Information to Pc Hamilton.


Heybridge

Between 1000 on 19 May and 0830 on 26 May at Blackwater Sailing Club an eight foot white glass fibre rowing dinghy and a seven foot white glass fibre dinghy were stolen. Information to Pc Sonia Mirrington.

Between 1830 and 2200 on 29 May in Temple Way a mobile phone, valued at £100 was stolen from a black Vauxhall Vectra, by reaching through the open window. Damage to the cradle for the phone is valued at £50. Information to Maldon Police Station.

Motorists are reminded to clear their cars of any items and to lock all windows and doors to deter opportunist criminals.

Between 1000 and 1600 on 28 May entry was gained to a property in Langford Meads and an untidy search was made. Nothing was taken. Information to Maldon Police Station.

Damage reported on 28 May to 2 external gas meters and the UPVC cupboards housing them at a property in Glebe Road which is undergoing renovation. Information to Maldon Police Station.

Between 2000 on 27 May and 1730 on 28 May a hanging basket was removed from the garden of a property in Sandpiper Close. Information to Maldon Police Station.

Between 2330 and 2350 on 26 May the rear lights on a Vauxhall Combo van in North Street were smashed. Information to Maldon Police Station.

Overnight on 28/29 May in North Street a statue and a hanging basket were stolen from the front garden of a property. The contents of the basket were left strewn all over the road. Information to Pc Chaudhry.

Also overnight in North Street several bottles of milk were stolen from doorsteps and rubbish was put into the road. Information to Pc Chaudhry.



Maldon

Reported at 1020 on 28 May, the petrol lines of 2 vehicles have been removed in America Street and petrol spilt onto the road. Information to Maldon Police Station.

Between 0130 and 0800 on 31 May on Friars Lane the front offside wing mirror of a silver Honda Accord was smashed off. Information to Maldon Police Station.

Between 2200 on 26 May and 1200 0n 27 May, a garage in Downs Road was entered and a cycle and cycle clothing valued at £1000 were stolen. Information to Pc Michael Bond.

Between 1530 on 23 May and 0930 on 24 May in Fambridge Road a black Centrum mountain bike was stolen. Entry was gained through an insecure window. Information to Pc Snape.

Between 2130 and 2150 on 26 May The Plume Lower School was broken into by smashing a single glazed window. A messy search was made but nothing was taken. Information to Maldon Police Station.

Overnight on 27/28 May at the Wellcome Inn, Fullbridge, thieves gained entry by an insecure window and damaged 3 machines in the property. Nothing was taken. Information to Maldon Police Station.

Between 0930 and 1730 on 24 May in Coleridge Road a stone statue was removed from a front garden. The statue was left in the flower beds at the property. Information to Pc Dean Stratton.

Between 0800 on 28 May and 0800 on 29 May a wooden fence panel at the rear of a property in Bath Place Wharf was damaged. The panel was knocked out of the concrete posts and broken and split up.

Reported just after midnight on 30 May, a shop window at Waterside Tea Rooms in the High Street was smashed. Information to Maldon Police Station.


Forthcoming NAPs meetings:


Thursday 18 June at 7.00pm Maldon Town Hall, Market Hill


NHW co-ordinators should make every effort to attend their local meeting. In that way, they can be certain that the issues in their area are identified and prioritised.

Mrs Chris Walker
1 June 2009

Information Update 220509

DISTRACTION BURGLARY – please treat as urgent!
At around 1330 on 18 May a male knocked at the door of a property in Maldon Road, Goldhanger. He said to the occupier “ I have been ringing your doorbell for ages. I am from the water board, can you turn your water off and drain it – I’ll do it for you”. The male insisted on trying to get into the property.
The occupier refused and the male eventually left. Police checked and can confirm there was no-one from Essex and Suffolk Water working in the area.
Suspects are 2 white males. The first is aged 20-25, with black, curly, messy hair, clean shaven and about 5’6” tall, slim build and wearing a blue long sleeved jacket. The second male is in his late teens, about 5’6” tall, slim with short dark hair, wearing a black, zip up jacket with white trainers and blue jeans.

Please pass the details of this incident on and ensure that all vulnerable residents do not open the door to anyone, unless they know who they are and are happy to let them in. Some door posters are available from Maldon Police Station to act as a deterrent to cold callers and a reminder to occupiers.

Any information to Maldon Police Station.

FRAUDULENT PHONE CALLS! – Please tell everyone, especially any vulnerable or elderly people
Some elderly people within the Central Division district have received calls from people saying they are “Police Officers”. They say they are working on behalf of a “fraud department” within either Essex or the Metropolitan Police and are trying to prevent card fraud.

They ask for victims details and say that someone will call to collect cards and PIN numbers. The call is from a withheld number, so cannot be traced.

Description of the man supposed to be behind these calls:
Black male, about 30-35 years, 6ft tall and of medium build.

Please make sure that everyone is clear they should under no circumstances, divulge any information over the phone, especially not details of addresses or bank details. Anyone who does receive a call like this should call the Police on 0300 333 4444 straight away. If anyone finds someone at their door asking for cards or PIN numbers, do not let them in, but call 999 immediately.

IF IT LOOKS TOO GOOD TO BE TRUE, IT PROBABLY IS!
A member of the public has brought to our attention a letter received from Euromillion, Lottery International, purportedly sent from Oxford Street East, London, but posted in Watford. The letter informs the recipient they have won a large sum of money, in this case £585,000. In order to claim the “winnings” you are asked to provide personal information, including bank details.

Do not reply to this, or any other letter asking for personal information. Throw it away – it is just junk mail! Please make sure this message is passed on.
Burnham on Crouch

Between 1700 on 16 May and 0900 on 18 May at the Fire Station in Albert Road a collapsible aluminium scaffolding, on hire from Mark One Hire was stolen. There is no information on value. Information to Southminster Police Station.

Between 1500 on 23 May and 0600 on 24 May in High Street, the rear lights on a black Porsche were smashed. Information to Southminster Police Station.

Discovered at 0730 on 25 May, a window in the fish and chip shop (Jolly Fryers) in Station Road was smashed. Information to Southminster Police Station.



Southminster

Between 1800 on 11 May and 1230 on 21 May at Steeple Bay Caravan Park, a boat engine was stolen. No details on engine available but Marine Unit are dealing with this incident.

Between 2230 on 18 May and 0715 on 19 May in Rupert Road entry was gained to a silver VW Polo. The glove box and another were open and cash was removed from the ashtray. Information to Southminster Police Station.

Between 2030 on 18 May and 0815 on 19 May in Kings Croft entry was gained to an insecure green Ford Galaxy, parked on the drive of the property. The owners wallet was emptied onto the seat and debit cards, and registration documents were taken. Information to Southminster Police Station.

Between 1900 on 18 May and 0645 on 19 May in Hillside Road entry was gained to an insecure black Renault Scenic and a silver Vauxhall Astra van. The car was on the drive and the van was on the road outside the property. Nothing appeared to have been taken. Information to Southminster Police Station.

Between 2315 on 18 May and 0715 on 19 May in Buttercup Way, a white Vauxhall Viviro van was broken into. The nearside and side doors were left open and the glove box had been searched. Some Armani sunglasses and various hand tools and drills were taken. Information to Southminster Police Statiion.


Great Totham

In the afternoon of 18 May (reported at 1600) in Broad Street Green Road thieves gained entry to a property by smashing the glass on rear double glazed doors. A messy search was carried out in all rooms, searching through drawers etc but nothing appears to have been taken. There were also jemmy marks on the front door. No information on damage value. Information to Maldon Police Station.


Heybridge

Between 1150 and 1410 on 20 May in Long Common 3 metal solar lights were stolen from the front garden of a residence. Information to Maldon Police Station.

At 1700 on 17 May in Hillary Close a resident heard a noise and found a small hole in the outer pane of glass. Information to Maldon Police Station.

Between 2200 on 20 May and 0730 on 21 May in Redshank Drive four hub caps were removed from a white Vauxhall Astra van. Information to Maldon Police Station.

Between 1930 and 2200 on 22 May in Hillary Close, £100 in cash was taken from a purse in a childs buggy left in an insecure porch. Information to Maldon Police Station.


Maldon

Between 2030 on 20 May and 0730 on 21 May in Falcon Fields a boys dark blue/black mountain bike was stolen. The bike had 15 gears and had Rocksafe written on it. The bike was insecure and left in the back garden. The bike is valued at £90. Information to Maldon Police Station.

Around 2345 on 20 May in Clayton Way spotlights were taken from a Mini Cooper. The spotlights have been recovered and will be examined for possible evidence. Information to Maldon Police Station.

Overnight on 24/25 May 8 fence panels of a property in Fir Tree Walk were smashed. Information to Maldon Police Station.


Forthcoming NAPs meetings:


Thursday 18 June at 7.00pm Maldon Town Hall, Market Hill


NHW co-ordinators should make every effort to attend their local meeting. In that way, they can be certain that the issues in their area are identified and prioritised.

Mrs Chris Walker
26 May 2009

Chris's Report 18th May 09

Information Update 180509


Burnham on Crouch

Between 1600 on 17 May and 0700 on 18 May at Springfield Industrial Estate, the front bumper, index plate, fog lamps and offside mirror glass from a red Ford Transit van were stolen, valued at £210. Information to Southminster Police Station.

Between 1930 on 12 May and 0830 on 13 May in Dunkirk Road an insecure bicycle was stolen from outside of the front door of a property. The bike had a lock on it. The bike is a ladies blue mountain bike with gears and a spoke in the front wheel broken, valued at £80. Information to Southminster Police Station.


Mayland

Between 1800 on 16 May and 1200 on 17 May in Bramley Way a red/white Hispania motor cycle was stolen, valued at £750. The cycle was found, nearly burnt out, near the sea wall in Mayland. Information to Southminster Police Station.



Southminster

Between 1750 and 2000 on 11 May in Tattersalls Chase a silver BMW 318 was damaged, when deep scratches were made in the drivers rear quarter. Information to Southminster Police Station.

Between 1900 on 12 May and 0815 on 13 May in Manor Road, a container and garage in a garden were broken into. The padlock was cut on the container and the lock was prised on the garage. There was a quad bike in the garage but it was bolted to the floor. Nothing was taken. Information to Southminster Police Station.


Steeple

Between 2230 on 12 May and 0830 on 13 May at Batts Road, Steeple, a silver Toyota Yucida was stolen from the driveway of a house. Information to Southminster Police Station.

Between 2200 on 10 May and 0915 on 11 May at the Sun and Anchor, entry was gained via a fire exit at the fire end of the building. About £750 was taken. Information to Southminster Police Station.

Between 1800 on 9 May and 1030 on 10 May at Scarletts, thieves gained entry to a shed a stole a lawn mower valued at £200. Information to Southminster Police Station.



Woodham Walter

At about 1000 on 14 May in Hop Gardens a shed was broken into by breaking the padlock. Nothing was taken. Information to Maldon Police Station.


Heybridge

Reported on 11 May in Glebe Road a window pane was removed in an unoccupied property and the toilet was used. No damage was caused or items stolen. Information to Maldon Police Station.

Between 3 and 9 May at Blackwater Sailing Club, an outboard motor was removed from a boat. It is a Mercury F8ELH outboard motor, valued at £1065. There is damage to the wires where the motor has been removed. Information to Maldon police Station.



Maldon

Between 1820 on 12 May and 0415 on 13 May at Riverside Industrial estate, two Royal Mail vehicles were damaged. One had the offside window smashed and the end of the gear lever stolen. No information on other vehicle. Information to Maldon Police Station.

Reported on 12 May at 1830 in a car park in Maldon High Street a green Xsara Picasso had the drivers door window smashed. Information to Maldon Police Station.

At 2310 in High Street, 2 males attempted to break into a shop by breaking open the rear door. One male was white, 5’10” tall, with a light top and dark trousers, with a local accent. The second male is 5’8” but there is no other description. Information to Maldon Police Station.

At Riverside Industrial Estate between 1800 on 12 May and 0730 on 13 May, entry was gained to a unit by cutting the barbed wire fence, approaching from the riverbank. Containers and sheds were opened but no damage was caused. Information to Maldon Police Station.

Between 2130 on 10 May and 0800 on 11 May in King Street a bike was stolen. The bike was insecure and propped against the garage. It is a black and silver boys bike with 18 inch wheels. Information to Maldon Police Station.

Around 1050 on 11 May a purse was stolen in Iceland on High Street. The purse contained cards and £150 cash. The victim, who walks with a stick, had to be taken home by relatives. Information to Maldon Police Station.


Ulting

Between 2230 on 16 May and 1310 on 17 May at Ulting a horse trailer was stolen after the gate was taken off its hinges. The horse trailer is a silver 4 wheel Ifor Williams twin horse box of the larger type with an L plate on the back and an index chalked on it. Information to Maldon Police Station.

Chris's Report May 11th

Information Update 110509


Purleigh

Around 2300 on 5 May containers at Three Rivers Golf Club were broken into when burglars forced the padlocks, causing £150 of damage. Hedge trimmers and chainsaws, valued at several £000s were taken. It is possible that a white transit van is involved in this crime. Information to Pc Lisa Workman.



Burnham on Crouch

At 2224 on 4 May a single glazed security window outside the Temperance Bar in High Street was cracked when elbowed. The suspect is described as a white male, about 20 years old, white, about 5’7” wearing a hoody. The cost of the damage is £400. Information to Pc Sam Pateman.

Around 1830 on 5 May a patio window in Eastern Road was smashed. Information to Southminster Police Station.

Between 1500 on 4 May and 1800 on 5 May a bag of Westland Multi Purpose compost was stolen from the side of a premises in Eastern Road. Information to Southminster Police Station.

In Booth Place at 1500 on 7 May, a quantity of shopping was delivered to the communal area. The shopping, worth £71.30 was stolen. Neighbours saw the delivery van turn up but did not see anything else. Information to Southminster Police Station.


Southminster

Between 23 April and 1130 on 30 April flowers were ripped apart, flowerpots kicked around and a general mess made at the church in Burnham Road. Information to Southminster Police Station.

Further damage has been caused to a wall in North Street that has been previously damaged. Information to Southminster Police Station.

A blue Ford Fiesta was stolen from outside a property in Orchard Road overnight of 7/8 May. The property was later recovered in Great Wakering. Information to Southminster Police Station.



Heybridge

Between 0930 and 1000 on May 10, a black purse, containing cash and cards was stolen from inside a woman’s bag. The lady had dropped her bag and shopping as she came out of Tescos Express. Information to Pc Joanna Hawtin.

Between 1230 and 1255 on 8 May a silver black gold and yellow mountain bike was stolen from the communal area of a flat in Wood Road. The bike was not secured. Information to Maldon Police Station.

Maldon

Between 2035 and 2130 on 5 May at Park Drive, the locks to the gates were forced to gain entry to a yard. The locks on containers were forced and a garage door was damage. Total damage estimated at £400. Nothing was taken. Information to Pc Robert Eveling.

Between 2114 and 2125 on 6 May at Maldon Golf Club, Langford Road, thieves gained entry to premises by forcing a door and stole an orange and white hedge trimmer valued at £500. Information to Pc Tony England.

Between 2230 on 6 May and 0900 on 7 May in Cross Road, a green, grey and black BMX Eruption bicycle, valued around £150 was stolen. The bike was no secured and was left in the garden of the property. Information to Pc Lea Keene.

Further damage has been reported to a vehicle that was damaged on 29/30 April. Vehicle is a blue Citreon C£. Information to Maldon Police Station.

Increasing involvement in local community matters

At the recent Watch this space! event, it was suggested that Neighbourhood Action Plan (NAPs) and Neighbourhood Watch meetings should take place at the same place and time. After checking that this does not conflict with any guidelines, it has been decided that Neighbourhood Watch meetings will “piggyback” onto NAPs meetings for the rest of this year.

This will alter the dynamics of Neighbourhood Watch schemes, where, presently, local co-ordinators set up meetings for their area as necessary and participate in regular co-ordinators meetings to discuss general issues, plan campaigns, group events etc. The local meeting will now be a regular fixture, with dates set for the year, and structured to encourage increased local participation. It will provide a visible working link with local police. Co-ordinators meetings will still take place, but their focus will change to share experiences and information and to plan NHW events/ initiatives for the area as a whole.

Changing the meeting structure in this way will reduce the number of meetings and also ensure that local problems are identified and discussed by local people, including watch members, and that action is co-ordinated with other agencies for maximum impact. These meetings should produce a tailored plan to deal with local issues, rather than a general approach agreed at co-ordinators meetings. It should also encourage participation in tackling and dealing with local problems, with smaller communities able to identify “who” is doing “what”.

Those watch members whose details are held by the Essex Watch Administrator within each NAPs area will receive an individual letter of invitation, but there are other watch members whose details are not known. To receive regular updates, information and warnings from Essex Police, membership details must be held on a central register. The register/database is maintained by Essex Police and used only by Essex Police to circulate information to scheme members. The database also enables the watch administrator to identify “gaps” in watch schemes and support co-ordinators in campaigning to attract new members.

If you are a “lost” or “lapsed” member of a Neighbourhood Watch scheme in either the Maldon or Dengie area, please contact either your local co-ordinator (if you know who it is) or the Essex Watch Administrator, so that you can be included in the mailing list. If you would like to join a local Neighbourhood Watch scheme, contact the Essex Watch Administrator. Membership is free, there are no subscriptions to pay and all you need to do is keep your eyes and ears open for anything unusual going on in your area.

Details of forthcoming NAPs meetings appear in the local press, are published in local parish magazines and notices placed on parish notice boards. A full list of dates and venues is available from Maldon Police Station and Maldon Community Safety Partnership website, or you can call the Essex Watch Administrator or NAPs co-ordinator.

NAPs meetings to the end of June 2009

Wickham Bishops Village Hall Tuesday 12 May 2009 at 7.00pm

Maldon Town Hall, Market Hill Thursday 14 May 2009 at 7.00pm

Latchingdon Village Hall Monday 18 May 2009 at 7.00pm

Claydon Room, Plantation Hall, Heybridge Monday 18 May 2009 at 7.00pm

The Star Inn, Steeple Wednesday 20 May 2009 at 7.00pm

Tolleshunt Major Church Rooms Thursday 21 May 2009 at 7.00pm

One Place, High Street, Burnham on Crouch Thursday 28 May 2009 at 7.00pm

Maldon Town Hall, Market Hill Thursday 18 June 2009 at 7.00pm

Essex Watch Administrator
Mrs Chris Walker 01621 852255 ext 62113/0300 333 4444 ext 62113
christine.walker@essex.pnn.police.uk

NAPs Co-ordinator
Mrs Chris Rust 01621 875811
chris.rust@maldon.gov.uk

Chris's Information Update 27 04 09

Southminster

TillinghamBetween 1800 on 21 April and 0900 on 22 April in North Street three plant pots were taken from the front garden of a property. Information to Southminster Police Station.


Mayland

Between 1900 on 22 April and 0830 on 23 April at Bramley Way, thieves gained entry to an insecure black Toyota Avensis and stole a Bluetooth telephone headset valued at £50.

Also between 2100 on 22 April and 0630 on 23 April at Bramley Way, the contents of a handbag were stolen from an insecure grey Kia Carenz. The handbag was left. Information to Pc Ian Turner.


Little Totham

Between 1930 on 21 April and 0630 on 22 April at a property in Renters Cottages, diesel with an estimated value of £200 was stolen from a DAF 95 lorry. The lock to the central heating tank was also broken. Information to Pc Lee Taylor.


Latchingdon

Between 1900 on 22 April and 0700 on 23 April entry was gained to an insecure silver Vauxhall Vectra estate in Ramsay Chase and a wallet containing cash, cards and documents was taken. Information to Pc Cally MacIver.


Heybridge

Between 0830 on 19 April and 0815 on 20 Aprilthe guttering at Plantation Hall was pulled down and the safety surfacing in the childrens play area was pulled up. Damage estimated at £200. Information to Pc Lee Taylor.

Between 0245 and 0740 on 25 April, at The Causeway, a red Mitsubishi Coupe was broken into and a car stereo and computer memory stick, valued at £140 were stolen. Damage estimated at £40. Information to Pc Ovais Chaudry.

Between 1800 on 17 April and 1000 on 20 April in Colchester Road, the stone work to one of the pillars was broken off. Information to Pc Neil Tremain.

Between 1330 ans 1535 on 21 April at a car park in the Industrial Estate on The Causeway the front offside window of a silver Ford Fiesta was smashed. Information to Maldon Police Station.


Maldon

Between 1830 on 22 April and 0630 on 23 April thieves broke into the yard of a farm in Colchester Road by breaking through the wooden fence, causing £50 damage and stole tools, including a nail gun, total value around £300. Information to Pc Andrew Long.

Between 1630 on 22 April and 0830 on 23 April at Burns Close, a purple Ford Escort, valued at £500, was stolen. Information to Pc Cally MacIver.

Overnight of 21/22 April at Mornington Lodge Farm, Mundon Road, the yard and office were broken into and the keys to a van taken, together with a laptop. The silver Citroen Relay van was stolen, together with power tools in the van, valued at £5000. Information to Maldon Police Station.

Between 2330 on 20 April and 0700 on 21 April in Tennyson Road the front offside window of a red Peugeot 106 was smashed causing damage estimated at £75. Information to Maldon Police Station.

Between 8 and 23 April in Tenterfield Road a black VW Golf was stolen. The car was parked on the road. Information to Maldon Police Station.


Forthcoming NAPs meetings:


Tuesday 12 May at 7.00pm Village Hall, Wickham Bishops
Thursday 14 May at 7.00pm Town Hall, Maldon


NHW co-ordinators should make every effort to attend their local meeting. In that way, they can be certain that the issues in their area are identified and prioritised. (Please note the news re cpombining NHW meetings with NAPs meetings-L)

Mrs Chris Walker
27April 2009

Information Update 20 04 09

Little Braxted

Between 2000 and 2100 on 15 April in Braxted Lane thieves gained entry to premises by smashing through gate doors, then using bolt cutters to cut the chain on the doors to an outbuilding. They took a blue garden Iseki SG sit on lawnmower, which was recovered in a nearby car park. Information to Pc Dean Stratton.


St Lawrence

Between 0245 and 0300 on 17 April, thieves attempted to remove the ATM in the club house/community centre at Waterside Holiday Park, Main Road. Entry was gained by smashing a window in the main door. They then jacked up the railings surrounding the ATM, causing damage estimated at £400. The thieves were disturbed and nothing was removed. Information to Ps Ian Turner.


Burnham on Crouch

Between 1800 on 12 April and 1100 on 14 April at a property in Maldon Road, entry was gained to a secure wooden shed by ripping the padlock and hasp. A commercial bosch drill was stolen. Value of goods is £50, damage estimated at £10. Information to Pc Cally MacIver.


Purleigh

Between 1800 on 15 April and 0900 on 16 April at All Saints Church, Church Hill, five lead paned glass windows were smashed, causing £250 of damage. Information to Pc Cally MacIver.



Southminster

Between 1730 on 14 April and 0930 on 19 April at St Leonards Church, Burnham Road, vandals have damaged vases and ceramics in the graveyard by throwing them about. Information to Pc Alan Bowen.


Heybridge

Between 1150 and 1230 on 19 April at Long Common, thieves entered an insecure red Lexus and removed both house and car keys, which were left on the drivers seat. The owner will now have to change the locks on both the property and car. Information to Maldon Police Station.

Between 1200 on 14 April and 1200 on 15 April in Abbotsmead, entry was gained to a red Renault Clio and the rear parcel shelf, nearside and offside front window seals were removed. Damage estimated at £200. Information to Pc Cally MacIver.

Between 2200 on 13 April and 0930 on 14 April in Wood Road, the front nearside door of a red Renault Clio has been bent. Nothing was taken. Information to Pc Michael Bond.

Between 0900 and 1900 on 15 April in Sanderling Gardens a secure electric blue adult Scott mountain bike was stolen by smashing the lock securing the cycle to a metal post. The bike is valued at £500. The bike was post coded. Information to Pc Ovais Choudry.

Between 1700 and 1800 on 18 April at West Maldon Community Centre Wycke Hill an insecure pedal cycle, hidden in a bush near the woods was stolen. The cycle is a black ruption with white TT seat, white pedals and brake cables. Information to Maldon Police Station.



Maldon

Between 2330 on 16 April and 0600 on 17 April at a property in Memory Close, thieves gained entry to a detached garage by an insecure side door and stole alcohol and cleaning products valued at £40. They drank part of a bottle of vodka and left the remainder in the garage. Information to Pc Ovais Choudry.

Between 1400 on 16 April and 0800 on 17 April at Venta Way, entry was gained to an insecure silver Mitsubishi Shogun sport. A pair of Gucchi sunglasses, selection of CDs and cash was stolen. Information to Pc Cally MacIver.

At the property next door, between 1900 on 16 April and 0730 on 17 April, entry was gained to an insecure black Mitsubishi L200. Loose change, a TomTom satnav and hands free mobile phone equipment was stolen. Information to Maldon Police Station.

Between 1900 on 16 April and 1230 on 18 April, thieves gained entry to a gold FordSmax and removed empty CD cases from interior compartments. Information to Pc Neil Tremain.

Between 1000 on 16 April and 1050 on 17 April in Blythe Way entry was gained to an insecure blue Renault Clio and cash was stolen. Information to Pc Ovais Choudry.

Between 1735 and 1810 on 17 April in Cross Road thieves broke into a silver Ford Fiesta by pulling the doorseal of the front nearside door and removed an exhaust system that was on the rear seat. Information to Maldon Police Station.

Between 1700 on 16 April and 0800 on 17 April in Mirosa Reach thieves broke into a silver Ford Focus by forcing the front offside door. They stole the keys to the garage doors at the property. Information to Pc Ovais Choudry.

Between 1800 on 13 April and 0930 on 14 April in Colchester Road, entry was gained to a secure blue BMW318I by forcing the nearside and offside locks. Nothing was taken. Information to Pc Yasmina Sakauloo.



Forthcoming NAPs meetings: (
NB, NAPs meetings are to include local neighbourhood Watch meetings. More details soon - Linda)


Tuesday 12 May at 7.00pm Village Hall, Wickham Bishops
Thursday 14 May at 7.00pm Town Hall, Maldon


NHW co-ordinators should make every effort to attend their local meeting. In that way, they can be certain that the issues in their area are identified and prioritised.

Mrs Chris Walker
20 April 2009