Local Personal Theft, parcel theft.

Local Personal Theft, parcel theft.

Here’s a quick update on personal theft and what’s being done locally to address it.

Dear Courtfield residents.
Please be aware Parcel theft is is occurring on the ward, as the festive period approaches orders will increase as well as theft on the door step. If you are waiting for goods ordered online please arrange to be home or redirect the order to a dropping place (post lockers or similar. Likewise if a "pretend courier " ring multiple door bells on a block of flat if in doubt don't let them in.

The Met is cracking down on street crime by putting hundreds more officers on the frontlines of community crime-fighting teams, upping visible patrols in the right ‘hot spots’ so we can deter and catch criminals.

Having personal items or money stolen from you is an upsetting experience. If you have been a victim, it is important that you report these crimes to us as early as possible, to give us the best chance possible to investigate this fully. These reports help us build a picture of hot spot areas where we can spend more time, deterring and arresting thieves. 

Remember to: 

• Be aware of your surroundings – only take out valuables if you feel it’s safe. 
• Do not leave valuable items unattended.
• Make sure any bags you have are not left unattended and are closed securely.

You can report an incident of theft online at https://www.met.police.uk. 

We want your help to shape the future of policing across London. We are seeking your views on our new inclusion strategy to ensure that the Met is a police service that is trusted, representative and more effective at keeping London safe. You can have your say on our Inclusion Strategy consultation which runs until Thursday 26 November.