Local Burglary Update - Gidea Avenue

Local Burglary Update - Gidea Avenue

Here’s an update on burglary locally.

Between 17:00 on Sunday 2 August 2026 and 15:00 on Friday 7 August 2026, a burglary occurred at a property in Gidea Avenue.
Entry was gained by forcing the rear PVC door and removing the lower panel. Suspect(s) exited the property by unlocking the rear door using the key.

Reference:  01/7914832/26
 
We are asking residents:
Did you see or hear anything suspicious around these times?
Do you have any CCTV, dashcam, or doorbell footage that may cover these incidents?
Did you notice any persons or vehicles loitering in the area?
If you have any information that may assist, please contact police:

Email: SNTKD-.Pettits@met.police.uk
🌐 www.met.police.uk

Across London, we’re now arresting more than 1,000 extra criminals every month and seeing local crimes like burglary, robbery and theft start to fall, with ‘neighbourhood crime’ down 14%.

While we will continue to pursue burglars in the area, there are steps you can do to help keep your property safe. Please go to our website to find the latest advice and guidance on keeping yourself safe and protecting your home.

You can report an incident of burglary by using our online reporting tools at https://www.met.police.uk , speak to an operator in our Force Communications Room via our online web chat or call the non-emergency number 101.

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