Police Report
- 2008 December
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Community and Neighbourhood
Watch News - Issue 52 - December 2008
Divisional
Commander's Message
The Force Excellence Awards took place last
month at Murrayfield Stadium, and I was very pleased to attend this event
particularly as A Division received much recognition for our community
work, in particular the Neighbourhood Action Units and the Leith Outdoor
Space Partnership. It’s encouraging to see so much good work going
on across the city, and highlights the fact the policing in Edinburgh
isn’t only about catching criminals, but also about improving quality
of life for communities. My thanks and congratulations to all who took
part for all their hard work.
November brought with it the annual fireworks
celebrations which is a fun event for many however a minority are intent
on spoiling the occasion for everyone else. Our officers however responded
to calls swiftly, particularly in support of our Fire and Rescue colleagues,
and worked extremely hard to keep anti-social behaviour to a minimum.
The Division is currently busy launching our
Winter Policing Initiatives across the city. A range of operations are
ongoing to target crimes such as shoplifting, anti-social behaviour and
drink related violence. A Division Officers are dedicated to making sure
all of the people in Edinburgh at this time of year are kept as safe as
possible and that people are allowed to enjoy themselves throughout the
festive period.
Finally, may I take this opportunity to
wish all of you a very happy and peaceful Christmas and festive period,
and a very good New Year.
Chief Superintendent Colin Campbell
HOT
TOPICS
All That Glitters....
May not be gold but it usually catches someone’s
eye…try not to make it the thief’s. The ‘Festive’
season is with us once again when most people are busy, decorating the
house, shopping and wrapping presents …….or watching where
you put your purse or wallet, checking to see what’s been left on
display in the back of the car or below the ‘christmas’ tree……!
Don’t let a thief ruin your Christmas,
follow these simple tips:
Out Shopping
- Stay alert in crowded shops and streets and be wary of pickpockets.
- Be careful with your wallet or purse – keep it close to your body
and don’t carry too much cash and look after bank and credit cards.
- If using your car; always park in a well-lit area, lock all the doors,
windows and boot; and do not leave any presents or other valuables on
view.
At Home
- At home or out; remember to lock the doors and windows and if you have
an intruder alarm – use it.
- If you go out for the evening, make it look like someone is at home
– leave the lights and the radio on – use a timer switch.
- Don’t leave your curtains open so anyone can see your decorations
- this makes it easy for thieves to look in to your house.
- If you are on holiday over the ‘Festive’ season, put your
lights on a timer and ask a trusted neighbour to look after the house
removing unopened mail from behind the letterbox.
Ward 10 Beat
47
This is the December edition of your monthly newsletter.
There were 40 reported crimes in respect
of your ward for the month of November 2008.
DOMESTIC
HOUSEBREAKING
There was one domestic housebreaking.
Between the 12th- 13th Nov a rear cellar
door was forced open and property stolen from Gillsland Road.
BUSINESS
HOUSEBREAKING
There were no business break ins this month.
THEFT MOTOR
VEHICLE
There was one theft of a motor vehicle and two attempted thefts..
On the 5th Nov a Ford Fiesta parked in Forbes
Road was stolen.
Between the 8th Nov and 9th Nov an attempt was
made to steal a Toyota motor car, parked in Merchiston Park, by removing
the cowling.
Between the 12th-16th Nov an attempt was
made to steal a Vauxhall motor car, parked in Bruntsfield Avenue, by hotwiring
the vehicle.
VEHICLE CRIME
Overnight between 12th- 13th Nov a Ford
motor car parked in Forbes Road was entered by bending back the door frame,
entering the vehicle but nothing was stolen.
Overnight between 20th- 21st Nov a Land Rover,
parked in Lochrin Place, was entered by smashing a window and a camera
and cash was stolen.
Overnight between 21st - 22nd Nov an attempt
was made to enter a Vauxhall motor car parked in Forbes Road by bending
back the door frame. No entry was gained and nothing was stolen.
ARRESTS/
REPORTS
A 20 year old male was reported for a vandalism, breach of the peace and
a breach of bail at Bruntsfield Place on the 8th Nov.
A 23 year old male was reported for urinating
in public at Home Street on the 10th Nov.
A 17 year old male was reported for urinating
in public at Home Street on the 10th Nov.
A 25 year old male was reported for being found
in possession of tools inferring that he was equipped to commit theft
at Home Street on the 10th Nov.
A 47 year old female was reported for being
drunk and incapable of looking after herself at Polwarth Terrace on the
13th Nov.
A 20 year old male was reported for a vandalism
at Gilmore Place on the 16th Nov.
A 42 year old male was reported for theft at
Gilmore Place between the 6th - 17th Nov.
A 43 year old male was reported for a
breach of the peace at Home Street on the 30th Nov.
TAGGED INCIDENTS
During the month there were 149 incidents logged
by the police in respect of your ward. Of these only 6 were graded 1,
i.e. emergencies; 40 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
Once again can I thank you for your valued support in the community.
I wish you a Merry Christmas and a very Happy
New Year.
Alan Hopper 3521
St Leonards Police Station.
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