Theft of Motor Vehicle Suspect

Good Morning Residents, 

a couple of Good News Stories… 

On 31/07/2025 Thamesmead East SNT was made aware of a Theft of Motor Vehicle that happened within the ward, SNT gave reassurance to the victim, and also conducted CCTV enquires. 

The Vehicle that was stolen was recovered a day later, CCTV was seized by officers and a positive ID of the suspect was obtained. 

Due to the Suspects living situation it was difficult to locate him.

On 11/10/2025 Thamesmead East was on proactive patrol around the area and spotted the suspect, he was detained and arrested for Theft of Motor Vehicle. 

We managed to get him charged and remanded for the offences. He appeared in Court on 13/10/2025 and was found guilty and sentenced to prison, ordered to pay a large sum of money in compensation and also found guilty of driving offences such as driving without insurance, driving not in accordance. 

Residents are aware of the recent spout in ASB especially around The Welcome (COOP) on Yarnton Way, Thamesmead East SNT went and watched the CCTV and seized the CCTV from the store, we sent it out to local venues including schools. It took only 24 HOURS for ID's of those involved to start coming through. We have had a total of 20 individuals bought in for questioning and all have been given appropriate sanctions.. the Store is aware and are happy at the result. Since we have had those in for questioning there has been no further reports of issues at the COOP. 

This is a great example of when the local community work with us to help tackle crime. 

If you notice anything suspicious please don't hesitate to contact us! - please help us also spread the word about MET ENGAGE as it has now proven on multiple occasions that residents are happy to talk to us through MET ENGAGE to assist in solving crime.