Here’s some brilliant top tips & official websites which the Police can access to recover stolen property through burglary, theft from person, etc. With gold at nearly £4000 per ounce (an all-time high), it's worth checking these out: Jewellery of high value or sentimental value: Take photos with a ruler in the photo to orientate the size, with close-ups of any gems. Describe fully, to include any distinguishing marks. Log the details & photos on https://www.immobilise.com/ It's free & the Police can access. Sometimes the Police cannot prosecute thieves because they can't trace the owner, so the thief just says it's their’s, or even if seized it cannot be linked to other crimes or returned to you. Consider not just jewellery but tools, cameras, phones, laptops, bikes… anything of importance/value. Bikes: Take photos from all angles, including the frame number. Describe fully include any distinguishing marks. Register at https://www.bikeregister.com/ Join for free & the Police have access should they find the bike. There is an additional nominal cost for a registration kit. Reporting crime you've witnessed (if it is not 999 or crime in progress) &/or just suspicious events: Report asap whilst it's fresh in your mind - or call 101 or report online. Download any CCTV / doorbell footage so that it is not overwritten. Report crime (if no immediate danger): online https://www.police.uk/pu/contact-us/ If a suspicious event report online via https://www.police.uk/pu/contact-us/seen-or-heard/ There is now a service level expectation of a response by the Police within 72 hrs (and it worked for me!) Report if you witness people trying car doors if you have video footage. This helps build Police intelligence & link to other events, journey, timeline, etc. NOTE: posting on social media is NOT reporting to the Police. PCSOs or Police officers are expected to respond depending on the severity of the event. I recently had an email response the same morning, then a phone call the same day in the afternoon. After you have reported, the PCSO/Police will send a link to you to upload any video footage you may have. When reporting, MENTION YOU ARE A MEMBER OF NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH! Know your Police Team If you're interested visit https://www.police.uk/ Type in your post code & you'll see lots of helpful information around crime statistics, your Police team, etc. Coming soon will be updates on Meeting the Police Team; "Coffee with a Cop" & other opportunities to " Have Your Say". Other Top Tips: (See attached) Don't leave your vehicle engine running to defrost the vehicle & walk away. An opportunist could steal it & you won’t be insured. You have been warned!! If you're away, make it look like you're home. Protect your van and contents from theft. Have a chat with your neighbours, or friends & family who might live further away. to encourage them to sign-up to Neighbourhood Watch. Go to www.ourwatch.org.uk When registering you can also register you have video door bells or cameras. Together we really can build Safer & Stronger Communities. kind regards Martin | 
