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Weekly Crime Update |
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Here is your weekly round-up of what has been going on in and around your local area
Kingshurst
Theft of motor vehicle – There have been 1 report of Attempt of Theft of motor vehicle between 29 August 2025 and 06 September 2025.
On 02/09/2025, three unknown suspects have gained access to a vehicle on Foxwood Grove but were disturbed by neighbour and they left the location.
Theft from a motor vehicle – There have been no reports of Theft from a motor vehicle between 29 August 2025 and 06 September 2025.
Interference with a motor vehicle – There has been no reports of Interference with a motor vehicle between 29 August 2025 and 06 September 2025.
Smith’s Wood
Theft of motor vehicle – There has been 2 reports of Theft of motor vehicle and 1 report of attempted theft of motor vehicle between 29 August 2025 and 06 September 2025. Between 2200 hours on 27/08/2025 and 0120 hours on 28/08/2025, Unknown offenders stole a vehicle on Greenfinch Road but it was recovered.
On 29/08/2025, two offenders have attempted to steal a moped on Portsea Drive.
On 02/09/2025, Unknown offender(s) have stolen a vehicle on Wheatfield Close.
Theft from a motor vehicle – There has been no reports of Theft from a motor vehicle between 29 August 2025 and 06 September 2025.
Interference with a motor vehicle – There have been no reports of Interference with a motor vehicle between 29 August 2025 and 06 September 2025.
Officers from the Smiths wood neighbourhood team are continuing to conduct proactive patrols and take preventative measures to tackle vehicle crime, across all Smiths wood, Kingshurst and Castle Bromwich.
Simple Steps to Keep Your Vehicle Safe – Keyless ignition owners should use a Faraday pouch for their fob. All drivers should consider a steering lock, park in well – lit visible areas, lock their vehicle, remove valuables and ensure windows, sunroof, and wing mirrors are closed/ folded. Unfolded mirrors may signal an unlocked car to thieves.
Also attached below are link based on: How to prevent car and vehicle theft (Preventing car and vehicle theft | Crime Prevention | West Midlands Police) Preventing theft from a vehicle (Prevent theft from a vehicle | Crime Prevention | West Midlands Police) Giving your car the protection it deserves from damage (Give your car the protection it deserves from damage | West Midlands Police)
What’s been happening? Good news –
Your local dedicated officers have made 1 arrest for the following offences:
Dates for your diaries –
If you see any suspicious activity in your areas, please make us aware and we can act upon any information we receive. And, for daily updates kindly follow us on X.com. @SmithswoodWMP | ||
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