Here is your quick round up from me and the rest of the Holbrooks neighbourhood policing team.
Dear Resident, Here is your quick round up from me and the rest of the Holbrooks neighbourhood policing team.
What’s been happening?
This week the team has been working on identifying offenders for crime reports allocated to the neighbourhood team. This requires anything from CCTV enquiries, contacting schools or visiting the registered keepers of vehicles involved in the crime. As a result of enquiries this week the team has identified 5 different offenders for Theft, Fly tipping and ASB issues. Those persons can now be added to the crime reports for further action.
This week saw two arrested for failing to appear offences. One male was arrested on Tuesday and another Arrested on Wednesday for failing to appear at court for an assault.
PCSOs out on patrol this week located a stolen car parked in a small residential car park. As part of our usual patrols, we often check areas where vehicles may be hidden away by car thieves who will wait to see if the vehicle has a tracker fitted. One of the PCSOs noticed the number plate on the vehicle looked out of place and a little to clean considering how dirty the vehicle was. A quick check on the police database showed that the number plate the vehicle was displaying did not match the vehicles identification number. A few further checks showed that the vehicle has been stolen from Nuneaton in May.
On Thursday Officers also seized a vehicle for no Tax. The vehicle was flagged up on the automatic number plate recognition system and then one of the officers spotted it driving past them, so they pulled it over. As a result, the vehicle was seized.
BACK TO SCHOOL…
The following advice is regarding pupils returning to school and those that are just starting secondary school….
Sending your child back to school is both an exciting and busy time. If your child is heading to secondary school, now is the time to have a conversation with your child about protecting their valuables, travelling safely to and from school, and staying safe online.
Your local police officers will be on patrol around schools, commuting routes, in greenspaces, and on public transport making sure everyone has a safe return to school.
To help give your child the best start to the new academic year, read through our top tips:
Discuss safe routes and travel plans
Plan the route: Walk or drive the route with your child before school starts. Point out safe places they can go if they need help. Turn on location-sharing on ‘Find My Friends’ or download the Life360 app
Buddy system: Encourage your child to walk to and from school with a friend or a group whenever possible.
Avoid shortcuts: Teach them to avoid shortcuts through alleys, parks, or isolated areas, especially as the evenings get darker.
Public transportation: If they take the bus or train, remind them to stay in well-lit areas and to avoid distractions like using their phone or listening to music with both earbuds in. Do they know a back-up route in case their usual bus or train is cancelled?
Talk to them about what to do in an emergency:
Stranger danger: Remind your child never to talk to or accept rides from strangers. Have a code word that only you and they know, which someone can use if you need to send someone else to pick them up.
Emergency contacts: Make sure your child knows how to reach you and another trusted adult in case of an emergency.
Let your child know they can talk to the police if they ever feel unsafe or concerned. Remind them that they can always call 999 in an emergency.
Secure their valuables:
Label personal items: Clearly label backpacks, headphones, and other items with your child’s name. This can deter thieves and help recover lost items.
Limit valuables: Encourage your child not to bring valuable items like jewellery, expensive coats, smart phones or large amounts of money to school.
Enable two-factor authentication (2FA) on your child’s phone. If it is stolen, 2FA makes it harder for criminals to get access to their apps, cloud storage, and photos.
Get to know their new school:
If your child is heading to secondary school, familiarise yourself and your child with their teachers, pastoral team, and school security staff. This helps build a sense of community and security. Every secondary school in the West Midlands has assigned police schools officer.
Report concerns: If your child mentions anything suspicious or concerning, take it seriously and report it to the school or to us online.
Online Safety
Using social media mindfully: Remind your child not to share their school routine or location online. Ensure their social media accounts are private and monitored.
Cyberbullying awareness: Talk to your child about cyberbullying and encourage them to report any online harassment.
Communicate regularly
Check-ins: Get a good routine going for checking in after school, whether by a phone call, text, or a quick conversation when they get home.
Stay open: Keep an open line of communication with your child about their day-to-day experiences, any concerns they may have, and what to do if they feel unsafe.
Talking to your child this week, and throughout the year, can help ensure your child has a safe and successful school year. We know sometime it can be difficult to talk so make sure you set aside enough time, or use videos or news stories to start the conversation.
Crime Figures
There was Two reported vehicle offence in the past Nine Days on the Holbrooks Ward. This was a theft of a motor vehicle offence with a vehicle stolen on Charlecote Road and a Theft from a motor vehicle offence that took place on Burnaby Road.
There was Five reported burglary offence in the past Nine Days on the Holbrooks Ward. These were Four Burglaries or a Residential home that took place on Everdon Road, Harborough Road, Briscoe Road and Nunts Lane. There was an Attempted Burglary of a Residential Home that took place on Wheelwright Lane.
Holbrooks Community Centre on John Shelton Drive Coventry CV6 4PE
Get involved. 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 Holbrooks area you can contact the Holbrook, Radford, Sherbourne
