Smithswood Newsletter

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

Smith’s Wood

Burglary – There have been no reports of attempted residential burglary between 02 September 2026 and 10 September 2026.

Theft of motor vehicle – There have been no reports of Theft of motor vehicle between 02 September 2026 and 10 September 2026.

Theft from a motor vehicle – There have been no reports of Theft from a motor vehicle between 02 September 2026 and 10 September 2026.

Interference with a motor vehicle – There have been no report of Interference with a motor vehicle between 02 September 2026 and 10 September 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 –

1x Female arrested in Kinghurst for Breach of Court Order

1 x Male arrested for several shop thefts in Smiths Wood

2 x High risk missing persons found by Officers

Stolen vehicle recovered from a garage in Chelmsley Wood area after tracking to the area

2 vehicles recovered for no road tax and insurance from Castle Bromwich and Smiths Wood

PC Wheatley has again been taking part in a new initiative visiting local youths who are heading in the direction of knife crime and exploitation. This initiative concentrates on prevention and intervention to reduce knife crime.

Hi visibility patrols in Kingshurst following an increase in anti-social behaviour around Marston Drive

We have conducted a Speed Watch with our local volunteer group on Beechcroft Road

This is along our normal hotspot patrols, crime follow ups and CCTV trawls

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