Update - 30/07/2026

PCSO Baker and PCSO Alem were on patrol when they observed a male loitering in a car park and engaged with him to establish his presence there. During the encounter, PCSO Baker conducted checks on the male and recognised him from previous shoplifting-related incidents.

Further checks revealed that the male was currently wanted for failing to appear at Willesden Magistrates' Court in relation to theft offences.

PCSO Baker subsequently detained the male to prevent him leaving the location. Colleagues attended shortly afterwards, confirmed the warrant details, and arrested the male. He was then conveyed to custody for processing in connection with the outstanding warrant.

Outcome: Male detained by PCSO Baker, arrested by attending officers on an outstanding warrant for failing to appear at court, and conveyed to custody.

PCSO Baker and PCSO Alem were on routine patrol in the Wembley Central area when their attention was drawn to a Volkswagen Golf being driven in an anti-social manner. The vehicle was being driven recklessly, with the driver repeatedly and excessively revving the engine, causing loud "pops and bangs" from the exhaust system. This behaviour was causing nuisance and annoyance to members of the public.

The vehicle was stopped and the driver was spoken to regarding the condition and use of the vehicle. During the conversation, the driver admitted that he had removed the vehicle's catalytic converter, fitted a straight-through exhaust pipe, and installed a twin exhaust system.

Outcome: The vehicle was subsequently seized under Section 59 of the Police Reform Act.

PCSO Baker was on patrol on London Road when he identified a female known to him as being wanted in connection with shoplifting offences.

Recognising the female and being aware of her wanted status, PCSO Baker conducted the necessary checks and requested assistance from the Wembley Town Centre Team. Officers attended promptly, located the female, and arrested her for the outstanding shoplifting offences.

The female was subsequently conveyed to custody for further enquiries and processing.

Outcome: Wanted female arrested for shoplifting offences and conveyed to custody by attending officers.