Your Weekly Bablake Update

Your Weekly Bablake Update

Weekly Update from your local Bablake NPT

Dear Members

Here’s your weekly update from myself and the rest of the team.

What’s Been Happening

Burglaries

I am pleased to say that no residential burglaries have been reported. 

Vehicle Crime 

Fuel has been stolen from a digger and dumper on WATERY LANE on Tuesday 28th October near midnight. If any residents saw any suspicious activity or have CCTV which may assist our enquiries, please contact us.

Staying Safe Around Fireworks this Autumn

Now Halloween is behind us, Guy Fawkes celebrations are here! Bonfire Night and watching firework displays, can be a fun and exciting time for everyone, but it's important to stay safe and be aware of the dangers associated with fireworks.

We would always encourage you to attend a professional firework display instead of setting them off at home. Be sure to give your neighbours notice that you will be setting off fireworks as the loud noises can be distressing for elderly residents, vulnerable people, and pets.

 

Remember - fireworks can be used in the UK any time from 7am to 11pm.

The exceptions are:

If you are buying or handling fireworks for use at home, take a look at our safety tips: 

Here are some additional safety tips for Bonfire Night: 

If you see someone using fireworks in a dangerous or irresponsible way, call the police on 101, or 999 in an emergency. 

If you are experiencing antisocial behaviour, such as noise nuisance or criminal damage, also call the police on 101. 

You can also report antisocial behaviour and fireworks misuse online. You can also email your local police team directly here.

Thefts 

A shoplifter who targeted business in ALLESLEY and across the city has been jailed. Over a two-month period, the thief stole thousands of pounds worth of goods and was responsible for a series of thefts. The team worked hard in gathering evidence and securing the charges against him. He was arrested on Tuesday 21st October. Upon appearing at Court he has pleaded guilty to 18 thefts and sentenced to 36 weeks in jail.

We have identified a juvenile for stealing items at a convenience store in COUNDON. This is being dealt with by way of Community Resolution and the youngster is learning his lesson by paying for the items taken. Community resolutions aim to provide a form of justice for a victim and accountability for the offender without formal charges or court proceedings.

Routine stop 

On Saturday 1st November, whilst out on ASB patrol in HOLBROOKS, officers spotting a SORN vehicle followed it to a premises. Officers tried to speak to the driver where he decided to make a run for it and a chase pursued. The male was detained but then tried fighting with officers. Class A drugs were thrown during all of this, which thankfully were recovered. The male has been arrested for multiple offences including possession with intent to supply and assaulting an emergency worker.  His vehicle has also been seized.  An excellent outcome in getting drugs off the streets.

Until next week

Stay safe everyone.

If you have any information about crime in your area you can let us know 100% anonymously by contacting CRIMESTOPPERS 0800 555 111

Get Involved

Streetwatch is a community patrol initiative that helps you make a difference where you live. Street watch gives you and your community an opportunity to keep your area safe, including just walking round your neighbourhood, which can really help. Local police keep in regular contact with street watch members to share information and work in partnership with you.

If you are interested in taking part in a Streetwatch within the Bablake area you can contact the Holbrook, Radford, Sherbourne & Bablake team on holbrookandradford@westmidlands.police.uk

For more crime prevention advice visit: www.west-midlands.police.uk /crime prevention