Lozells and East Handsworth Neighbourhood Team Update

Dear Resident,

Local Crime:

Here are the crime updates for the Lozells and East Handsworth area from 01/03/2026 and 29/03/2026.

Church Lane – Theft from a motor vehicle – At 3:58am on 03/03/2026, persons unknown approached a secure, parked and unattended Peugeot. Offenders gained entry to vehicle by smashing passengers side window.

Terrace Road – Theft from a motor vehicle – Between 2am and 2:30am on 02/03/2026, persons unknown approached a secure, parked and unattended Toyota Corolla. Offenders gained entry to vehicle by unknown means. Offenders stole bonnet and headlights.

Crompton Road – Theft of a motor vehicle – Between 11:30pm on 03/03/2026 and 7:30am on 04/03/2026, persons unknown approached a secure, parked and unattended Toyota E-HR. Offenders gained entry and stole vehicle by unknown means.

Lea Hill Road – Burglary – Between 6:14pm and 6:35pm on 06/03/2026. Two offenders have entered the property by climbing over the canopy. Offenders tried to enter the property but triggered the house alarm which disturbed them. 

Douglas Road – Theft from a motor vehicle – Between 6pm and 6:53pm on 07/03/2026, persons unknown approached a secure, parked and unattended Volkswagen. Offenders have smashed drivers side window. Offenders stole tablet.

Hunter Road – Theft of a motor vehicle – Between 6:40pm and 6:45pm on 09/03/2026, persons unknown approached a secure, parked and unattended Volkswagen. Offenders gained entry and stole vehicle by unknown means.

Antrobus Road – Theft of a motor vehicle – Between 10pm on 10/03/2026 and 11:30am on 11/03/2026, persons unknown approached a secure, parked and unattended BMW. Offenders gained entry and stole vehicle by unknown means. 

Lozells Road – Theft from a motor vehicle – Between 11pm and 11:10pm on 11/03/2026, persons unknown approached a secure, parked and unattended Volkswagen Polo. Offenders gained entry to vehicle by smashing drivers side window. Offenders stole a make-up bag.

Villa Road – Theft from a motor vehicle – Between 4:20am and 8:24am on 12/03/2026, persons unknown approached a secure, parked and unattended Cupra. Offenders gained entry by unknown means. Offenders stole a Gucci wallet, containing bank card and cash.

Soho Road – Theft from a motor vehicle – Between 3am and 4am on 14/03/2026, persons unknown approached a secure, parked and unattended BMW 320D. Offenders gained entry by unknown means. Offenders searched vehicle. Unknown what items were stolen. 

Dawson Road – Theft of a motor vehicle – Between 10:15pm on 13/03/2026 and 8:30am on 14/03/2026, persons unknown approached a secure, parked and unattended Ford Transit Van. Offenders gained entry and stole vehicle by unknown means. 

Lea Hall Green – Attempt Burglary – Between 12:20am on 13/03/2026 and 12:20am 0n 14/03/2026, persons unknown tried to gain entry to property via kitchen window, causing damage to it. No entry gained.

Johnstone Street – Theft from a motor vehicle – Between 6:15pm on 17/03/2026 and 8am on 18/03/2026, persons unknown approached a secure, parked and unattended Seat Ibiza. Offenders removed and stole vehicle number plates.

Linwood Road – Theft from a motor vehicle – Between 6:30pm on 19/03/2026 and 9am on 20/03/2026, persons unknown approached a secure, parked and unattended Hyundai Kona. Offenders removed and stole front number plate. 

Ivy Road – Theft of a motor vehicle – Between 10pm and 10:08pm on 21/03/2026, persons unknown approached a secure, parked and unattended Nissan Juke. Offenders gained entry and stole vehicle by unknown means. 

Brecon Road –Theft from a motor vehicle – Between 3:25pm and 7:14pm on 24/03/2026, persons unknown approached a secure, parked and unattended Mercedes E250. Offenders gained entry to vehicle by unknown means. Offenders stole wallet containing bank cards and driving license. 

Grove Lane – Theft from a motor vehicle – Between 11pm on 25/03/2026 and 12am on 26/03/2026, persons unknown approached a secure, parked and unattended Vauxhall Astra. Offenders gained entry to vehicle by unknown means. Offenders stole AUX player, store cards, battery jump start, tyre pump and first aid kit. 

Brunswick Gardens – Theft from a motor vehicle – Between 12am and 1:19am on 27/03/2026, persons unknown approached an insecure, parked and unattended Nissan Juke. Offenders gained entry by insecure door and stole documents.

Osborne Road – Theft from a motor vehicle – Between 10:12am and 6:12pm on 27/03/2026, persons unknown approached a secure, parked and unattended Seat. Offenders gained entry to vehicle by unknown means. Offenders stole documents and air pump. 

Local  news:

12/02/2026  – Traffic Operation with WMP Traffic, West Midlands Fire Service, DVLA, Data Tag, MIB – Hockley Flyover. 45 Speeding tickets issued. 1 x arrest for possession with the intent to supply Class A drugs. 1 x arrest for possession to supply Class B drugs. 10 tickets issued for window tints and driving offences.

26/02/2026 – PC Manns (Schools officer) completed  E-Scooter inputs in schools across the area to raise awareness with young people / parents. Educating on the laws owning and using E-scooters.

10/03/2026 – Knife Arch at V.A.S.E Academy.

16/03/2026 – Male arrested on Babington Road for possession with intent to supply Class A Drugs. 

18/03/2026 – Inputs on Violence Against Women and Girls and keeping safe on the Soho Road at South & City College.     

26/03/2026 – Knife arch at King Edwards IV. Followed by PSHEE day regarding made and adapted weapons. Also discussed domestic violence.

27/03/2026 – Meeting with members of Antrobus Road Residents Association. Hinstock / PV residents association and Handsworth Wood residents association at Thornhill Road Police Station discussing tackling local issues.

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 Lozells and East Handsworth Area area you can contact the team on lozells@westmidlands.police.uk or streetwatch@westmidlands.police.uk

Lozells and East Handsworth website - Lozells and East Handsworth | Your area | West Midlands Police | West Midlands Police

Crime prevention:

Vehicle crime:

Preventing car and vehicle theft | Crime Prevention | West Midlands Police

 Checklist for securing your home:

Checklist for securing your home when you leave it | Crime Prevention | West Midlands Police

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Crimestoppers:

If you have concerns in your area and wish to report any issues anonymously please contact www.crimestoppers-uk.org or call 0800 555 111. Crimestoppers guarantees 100% anonymity.