Police Report
- 2008 May
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Community and Neighbourhood
Watch News - Issue 45 - May 2008
Divisional
Commander's Message
I am delighted and honoured to take on the role
of Divisional Commander for ‘A’ Division and I am excited
by the challenges that policing the Capital City of Edinburgh will bring.
I am fortunate that Chief Superintendent George
Simpson leaves ‘A’ Division in an excellent position. Through
his drive and determination and the ongoing commitment and hard work of
all staff throughout the division, we have an enviable solvency rate and
there has been a significant decrease in the number of crimes committed
across the city in the past year.
Edinburgh is a very busy, metropolitan and diverse
capital city that ensures that there is a constant and increasing demand
for policing. This is a challenge for us all and I look forward to working
with you and our partners to build upon our success and make the City
of Edinburgh even safer for our residents and visitors.
Chief Superintendent Colin
Campbell
HOT TOPICS
There is an emerging problem with thefts
of metals across the City of Edinburgh.
Due to the increased demand for base metals throughout the world, scrap
value of steel, lead, aluminium and copper has greatly increased recently
making the theft and sale of these items a viable black market business
opportunity. As the scrap value of metals continues to rise it is likely
they will become an even more attractive commodity for criminals, and
the numbers of thefts of this kind will rise.
Noticeable of late have been the theft of road
signs, railings, scaffolding and many other every day items that we take
for granted that can be found in your street.
A disturbing trend is the theft of manhole covers,
a large number of which were stolen recently from the Portobello area.
The theft of these items presents a danger for children, pedestrians and
other road users. As well as the potential damage and injury that could
be caused as a result of these thefts, manhole covers cost in the region
of £100 each to replace and costs could rise to £1000 depending
on the damage caused to the site during the commission of the theft.
Organised groups of criminals who specialise
in the theft of drain covers using specialist equipment are believed to
be operating throughout the UK. We would urge all members of the public
to report any suspicious activity they see to the police on 0131 311 3131
or by dialling 999 in any case where urgent Police assistance is required.
If you have any information regarding a crime or criminal activity, you
can give this anonymously by phoning Crimestoppers on 0800 555111
Ward 10 Beat
47
This is the May edition of your monthly
newsletter.
There were 51 reported crimes in respect of your ward for the month
of April 2008.
DOMESTIC
HOUSEBREAKING
There were two housebreakings and one attempted housebreaking.
On the 15th Apr, premises at Merchiston Place
were entered and a computer stolen.
On the 28th Apr a flat at Viewforth was entered
by forcing the front door and a computer stolen.
Between the 17th and the 24th Apr an attempt
was made to enter premises at Greenhill Gardens by smashing the window
within the front door. No entry was gained.
BUSINESS
HOUSEBREAKING
There were three business housebreakings. On the 10th Apr money was stolen
from within a safe at premises at Leven Street.
On the 14th Apr premises at Bruntsfield Place
were entered by knocking a hole in the rear wall, entering and stealing
from within.
Overnight between the 28th and 29th Apr tools
were stolen from a premises under renovation at Colinton Road.
AUTO CRIME
On the 19th Apr an attempt was made at Merchiston Avenue to steal a Mazda
motor car by ‘hotwiring’ the vehicle but failing to start.
Between the 19th - 23rd Apr an attempt was made
at Merchiston Avenue to steal a Mazda motor car by ‘hotwiring’
the vehicle but again failing to start.
Between the 20th - 22nd Apr an attempt was made
at Montpelier Park to steal a Mazda motor car by ‘hotwiring’
the vehicle but again failing to start. Between the 20th – 21st
Apr a Mazda motor car was stolen from Viewforth Terrace. Three males have
been reported for this crime.
On the 24th Apr a Volkswagen was stolen from
Hartington Gardens.
ARRESTS/
REPORTS
A 39 year old male was reported for possession of drugs in Bruntsfield
place on the 11th Apr.
An 18 year old male was reported for breach of the peace at Home Street
on the 14th Apr.
A 23 year old male was reported for a breach
of the peace at Bruntsfield Place on the 14th Apr.
A 16 year old male was reported for four counts
of fraud committed within April at Home Street and Bruntsfield Place.
An 18 year old male was reported for a breach
of the peace at Home Street on the 14th Apr.
A 26 year old male and two 27 year old males
were reported for the theft of a Volkswagen motor car at Viewforth Terrace
on the 20th Apr.
A 22 year old male was reported for a breach
of bail at Bruntsfield Place on the 19th Apr.
A 44 year old male was reported for a theft
by shoplifting at Bruntsfield Place on the 19th Apr.
A 42 year old male was reported for assault
at Merchiston avenue on the 25th Apr.
A 26 year old male was reported for a breach
of the peace and for possessing an offensive weapon at Home Street on
the 28th Apr.
TAGGED INCIDENTS
During the month there were 169 incidents logged by the police in respect
of your ward. Of these only 6 were graded 1, i.e. emergencies; 39 were
Graded 2 i.e. not emergencies but should be responded to within one hour.
The remainder were dealt with by the Community Beat Officer or patrol
officers.
AND FINALLY
With warm days and evenings this time of year always brings an increase
in ‘slip-in’ thefts to houses.
It is an all too common occurrence for someone
to leave their house unlocked, even for a short time, and to return to
find someone has been in and helped themselves to your belongings.
Please think carefully about securing your property
from theft. Your local police officers are always available and willing
to give advice.
Richard Horan, Inspector
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