🔪 Knife Crime Prevention & Business Watch Support

Knife crime doesn’t just affect individuals — it impacts our local businesses, staff, and town centres.

We’re working closely with businesses across Hounslow to keep everyone safe.

🏪 For businesses & staff – Business Watch advice

Stay alert to suspicious behaviour (loitering, concealed items, group tensions)

Keep CCTV systems working and incidents recorded safely

Use radios or local business networks to share concerns quickly

Ensure staff know how to respond calmly and safely

✅ Safety tips for everyone

Avoid escalating situations

Leave immediately if you feel unsafe

Look out for each other in busy areas and transport hubs

❌ What NOT to do

Do not challenge anyone you suspect may be carrying a weapon

Do not detain or intervene physically

Do not ignore concerns — report them

📞 Report information or concerns

Emergency: 999

Non-emergency: 101

Online reporting via Metropolitan Police

Anonymous:

🤝 Businesses play a vital role in keeping Hounslow safe — your awareness and reporting protects staff, customers, and the wider community.

Stay alert – Stay connected – Stronger, Safer Hounslow

Message Sent By
Bob Swallow
(Metropolitan Police, Sgt and A/INSP for Hounslow Borough, WA BCU - Hounslow borough integrated licensing and ASB)