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π° NEWSLINE Working Together for a Safer Norfolk Upcoming Neighbourhood Watch Activities Regular Coordinator on-line TEAMS meetings β Next meeting 26 March 2026 @7pm β Contact norfolknw@gmail.com if you would like to attend. These meetings are an opportunity for everyone to tell us what is going in their communities. Ask advice from the management team and make connections with others for mutual support. Local activities - Thetford β Local coordinator continues to work with his local beat managers & engagement officer to tackle ASB which is an ongoing problem.
- Attleborough β Local Area Coordinator has recently volunteered to go into a local day centre for older people to talk about community safety issues. This initiative has been well received by the local community who live in the villages in and around the area.
Training Workshops β check out Cyberwatch training on the main website: Cyberhood Watch | Neighbourhood Watch Networkπ Whatβs Been Happening Across Norfolk Retail crime - Recent coordinated winter policing activity in Norwich has resulted in 15 people being arrested following targeted patrols tackling retail crime, violence and anti-social behaviour in key shopping areas across the city centre. Local Theft Crime Alerts β Sheringham Area Police in the Sheringham area are appealing for witnesses after two luxury watches were stolen from a store in Holt, and also reporting teen arrests for an assault in North Walsham. π Crime Prevention β What You Can Do Retail & Shoplifting Awareness β With recent thefts and arrests linked to shoplifting and associated offences, stay vigilant, use well-lit routes and report suspicious behaviour to police. Personal Safety Tips β Always be aware of your surroundings, especially in busy public spaces or when returning home late at night.Report It Early β Norfolk Police encourage sharing information about suspicious activities β even small details can help investigations. Dial 101 or Crimestoppers - 0800 555 111. Remember, always dial 999 in an emergency.People smugglers trade lives for profit β Recognising the signs of organised immigration crime can help protect those at risk and disrupt criminal activity. Check out CRIMESTOPPERS website for more information: https://crimestoppers-uk.orgπ‘οΈ Support & Resources for Victims Norfolk & Suffolk Victim Care is an important charity partner that offers confidential support for anyone affected by crime β including help for young people, emotional support, and practical guidance. Contact details and resources are available to assist victims and witnesses. If you, or anyone you know, needs help just contact them: http://www.nsvictimcare.orgπ‘οΈ Heritage Watch Norfolk Archaeological Trust Director & our Lead Heritage Watch Coordinator has been invited to a further planning meeting in April to progress this initiative. Check out the NAT website and follow their Facebook page for more information: Norfolk Archaeological Trust | Protecting Norfolkβs history for people to enjoy everydayπ‘οΈ Digital/Website update Weβre building a stronger digital home for NNW β watch this space. π‘οΈ Emergency response initiative We are considering working towards partnering with HAM radio teams to improve emergency communication in rural areas when it matters most. If you have experience or ideas, we would love to hear from you.We have also been approached and are working with an independent consultant about unreliable mobile signals, mobile connectivity, and potential impact on community safety in North Norfolk. If you would like to contribute or feedback contact norfolknw@gmail.comπ Giving Lottery Update π Congratulations to M. Macdonald β our first weekly winner! Matched two numbers and won three bonus tickets. π· You could win up to Β£25,000 weekly! π Support local community safety at the same time. π Sign up here: www.givinglottery.org.uk/support/norfolk-neighbourhood-watch Thank you for your continued support. Best wishes, The NNW Team https://www.facebook.com/NorfolkNeighbourhoodWatch-UK |