Smithswood Newsletter

Here is your weekly round-up of what has been going on in and around your local area. 

Smith’s Wood

Residential Burglary – There has been one report of residential burglary between 19 July 2026 and 27 July 2026.

On 23/07/26, a residential burglary was committed on Triumph Walk.

Theft of motor vehicle – There have been two reports of Theft of motor vehicle between 19 July 2026 and 27 July 2026.

On 20/07/26, a vehicle was stolen from Chester Road. 

On 23/07/26, a vehicle was stolen from Windward Way. The vehicle is recovered now. 

Theft from a motor vehicle – There have been no reports of Theft from a motor vehicle between 19 July 2026 and 27 July 2026.

Between 15/07/26 and 18/07/26, a theft from motor vehicle was committed on Daimler Close. 

On 27/07/26, a theft from an unlocked motor vehicle was committed on Chester Road. 

Interference with a motor vehicle – There have been no report of Interference with a motor vehicle between 19 July 2026 and 27 July 2026.

Officers from the Smiths wood neighbourhood team are continuing to conduct proactive patrols and take preventative measures to tackle vehicle crime, across all Smiths wood, Kingshurst and Castle Bromwich. 

Simple Steps to Keep Your Vehicle Safe – 

Keyless ignition owners should use a Faraday pouch for their fob. All drivers should consider a steering lock, park in well – lit visible areas, lock their vehicle, remove valuables and ensure windows, sunroof, and wing mirrors are closed/ folded. Unfolded mirrors may signal an unlocked car to thieves.

What has been happening? Good news –

Arrests:

1 x Male arrested for indecent exposure 

1 x Male arrested for dip breach 

1 x Male arrested for voyeurism 

1 x Female arrested for failing to appear 

1 x Male arrested for burglary 

1 x Male arrested for Obstruct a police officer in execution of their duty

On 24 July 2026 the local neighbourhood team visited the food pantry at Evergreen Family Hub in Kinghurst. 

On 25 July 2026 the local neighbourhood team arranged a beat surgery at the local St Anthony's Church in Kingshurst, it was an amazing turnout with lots of positive engagement and lots to hear from the community regarding ongoing community issues. 

We have conducted speed watch on Mull Croft in Smithswood and on Gilson way in Kingshurst where those who have been caught exceeding the speed limit will receive letters through the post. 

Following a beat surgery on the 23 July 2026 at Kingshurst Library, we were kindly donated hand knitted Trauma Teddies by the local Kingshurst Library Needle Crafters to distributed by emergency services in times of need when one is needed for those who have experienced a traumatic event. 

A beat surgery was also held at Elmwood Family hub were there was an amazing turnout with lots of positive engagement and lots to hear from the community.

Dates for your Diary 2026

If you see any suspicious activity in your areas, please make us aware and we can act upon any information we receive. And, for daily updates kindly follow us on X.com. @SmithswoodWMP