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Here’s an update on burglary locally. Crime Prevention Alert: Distraction Burglaries ⚠️
We have recently received reports of distraction burglary incidents in the ward, where individuals have approached residents claiming to be from NatWest Bank.
Please remember:
🔹 Always be cautious of unexpected callers at your door.
🔹 Do not let anyone into your home unless you are expecting them and have verified their identity.
🔹 Genuine bank staff will not normally visit your home without a pre-arranged appointment.
🔹 If someone claims to be from a bank, utility company, or any other organisation, ask them to leave and contact the organisation directly using a trusted phone number.
🔹 Keep doors locked, even when you are at home.
Please look after elderly family members, friends, and neighbours, as criminals often target those who may be more vulnerable. Take a few minutes to speak with them about distraction burglaries and remind them never to feel pressured into opening their door or allowing strangers into their home.
If you see anything suspicious or have concerns about callers in your area, please report it. In an emergency or if a crime is in progress, always call 999.
Stay vigilant and help protect our community. By looking out for one another, we can help prevent residents from becoming victims of crime.
 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. Please consider getting involved and contribute to the local priority survey, we may be unaware of issues that you would like us to focus on. Take a few minutes to securely and privately register and have your say using the button below, this will mean we can focus on things that matter to you. 
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