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[Reference: GA-07/078]

This is a Community Message from Amersham Watch Office on Friday 30th July 2010.

Two men have been arrested in connection with six indecent exposures across South Bucks and Chiltern districts in May and June.

. On 25 May, a man exposed himself in North Park, Gerrards Cross and later in Denham Lane, Chalfont St Peter

. On 2 June, a man exposed himself in Langley Park Road, Iver

. Between 7 June and 8 June and again on 15 June, a man exposed himself in Orchehill Rise, Gerrards Cross.

. On 28 June, a man exposed himself in Highland Road Amersham.

The men, who are from Slough and from Gerrards Cross, were arrested earlier this month and are on police bail until mid August and early September respectively.

Their ages cannot be revealed at the moment, as this may compromise an identity parade due to take place.

Anyone with information that can help with the police investigation should contact Det Con Emma Pendry at Burnham Police Station.

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[Reference: GA-07/045]

This is a Community Message from the Amersham Watch Office on Tuesday 29 July 2010.

Thames Valley Police and district council officers visited scrap yards across the county on Wednesday (14/7) in an operation to clamp down on metal thefts.

The operation was carried out to deter thieves from disposing of their loot via scrap yards and encourage scrap metal dealers to report any suspicious callers to the police.

Insp Emma Garside from Thames Valley Police said: "Scrap dealers are our eyes and ears and are likely to be approached by thieves trying to sell stolen metal.

"We work very closely with the dealers and when they become suspicious about metal they are being offered and inform us, we can stop thieves in their tracks."

It is illegal for scrap dealers to buy stolen metal and many now display large posters on their premises informing anyone who would like to sell scrap that they need to provide identification, proof of owne rship and that the scrap yard will keep a written record of the transaction, which can be inspected by the police and council.

If you have information about metal thefts, you can telephone your local police station on 0845 8 505 505. If you do not want to speak to the police, call the Crimestoppers charity on 0800 555 111. They don't need to know your name, just what you know.

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[Reference: GA-07/077]

This is a Community Message from Amersham Watch Office on Thursday, 29 July 2010.

On Tuesday 27th July 2010 there were 2 incidents of ‘distraction burglaries’ in the Chiltern area, one was in Amersham and the other in Chalfont St Peter.

Between 9.15am and 10.30am in Blackhorse Crescent, Amersham a male entered a property under the pretence of working for the waterboard. Whilst in the address, he distracted the elderly resident, and carried out a thorough search of the property. Nothing was stolen.

The man was described as a white male, aged late 20’s, medium build with short dark hair (a little longer than shaven). He was smartly dressed wearing a striped shirt and dark coloured trousers and was clean shaven. He did not have a distinctive accent.

Between 9.30am and 12.00noon, in Hillside Close, Chalfont St Peter a male approached a property offering gardening work, which the elderly resident refused. Another male then approached the address asking questions in relation to gas and electric bills and spent some time in the front room speaking with the resident. When the male had left it was identified that a full search of the property had been carried out although nothing appears to have been stolen.

The first male to approach the house is describes as a white male, aged 30yrs old with short, black cropped hair and wearing grey clothes.
The second male is described as white, 6’ tall with short black hair. He was smartly dressed wearing a dark blue pinstripe suit and was clean shaven with no accent.

Please warn all elderly neighbours and family members to be on their guard when approached by strangers claiming to represent utility companies or offering gardening or home maintenance work.

Keep back doors locked at all times and do not allow any stranger into your home without a prior appointment.

Always insist on seeing identification.

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[Reference: GA 07/076]

This is a message from the Amersham Watch Office on Wednesday 28th July, 2010.

Incidents of burglary and theft from motor vehicle in Beaconsfield have risen from 10 in June to 21 in July 2010.

The MO of the burglaries has been mixed but predominantly overnight. Two young males, mid 20’s were seen at one attempt. In one burglary where power tools were stolen from a garage, a Silver Corsa with one black panel on the bottom right hand corner was seen.

Incidents involving theft from motor vehicles have also been varied, some with smashed windows, some forced with instrument and mixture of property stolen. A dark green transit was seen at a registration plate theft offence.

Please secure your home at all times and remove all valuables from your vehicle. If you would like to find out more about reducing vehicle crime and burglary visit our website www.thamesvalley.police.uk and click on the crime prevention tab.

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[Reference: GA-07/071]

This is a Community Message from Amersham Watch Office on Tuesday 27 July from South Bucks Area Commander, Chief Inspector Paul Cook

DON'T TOLERATE ANTI SOCIAL BEHAVIOUR - REPORT IT

The number of reports about anti-social behaviour has dropped significantly in South Bucks over the past months.

Statistics show that as a result of the determined action we have taken together with South Bucks District Council over the past year, the level of anti-social behaviour has reduced drastically. From May 2008 to May 2009 we received 4,146 reports – this fell to 3,309 during the next twelve months – a fall of more than 20%.

As the local police commander for South Bucks District, you would probably expect me to be happy with this. Unfortunately, I am not.

Although from the feedback we are getting from the public it is clear that we are winning, I want more reports about anti-social behaviour. Whether it is littering, swearing in public, graffiti, loud music, underage drinking or anything else that is bothering you in your neighbourhood: Don’t put up with it but report it.

With the summer holidays upon us, my team and I are mindful of the potential for more anti-social behaviour.

It may come as a surprise to some residents that, given the many pressures on us, tackling anti-social behaviour is a huge priority for Thames Valley Police and South Bucks District Council.

There are two reasons why tackling bad behaviour is so important to us.

The first is that it is a serious quality of life issue for some people. Having nuisance neighbours or having to put up with loud music, littering or graffiti can make people feel unsafe and harassed, which is unacceptable.

The second reason is that even low level anti-social can easily escalate when someone has finally had enough.

Thanks to information from residents who have spoken out about anti-social behaviour, my neighbourhood policing teams and the specialist anti-social behaviour team staffed by Thames Valley Police officers and South Bucks District Council officers have identified a number of trouble makers who have been dealt with.

Some have agreed to behave themselves in future by signing acceptable behaviour contracts, others had to be given ASBOs by the courts. The result, however, has been the same: They have been warned, which acts as a deterrent for their peers.

So there you have it. Tackling anti-social behaviour works – but only if you report it. So next time you witness someone behaving anti-socially, show that you don’t tolerate it by reporting it.

• To report anti-social behaviour, dial 0845 8505505.

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[Reference: GA-07/068]

This is a Community Message from Amersham Watch Office on Monday, 26 July 2010.

With the holiday season now in full swing please review your home security before going away.

Take care about where and who you talk to about your holiday arrangements.

Do not advertise holidays on FACEBOOK or other social networking sites and remind children to do the same. Police have recently warned there is increasing evidence that burglars are trawling this site looking for information about properties which will be empty.

As always, before departing on holiday, let your closest neighbours/key holder have a contact number, cancel any newspapers, encourage neighbours to park in your driveway and ensure that timers on lamps are set up to make your home look occupied.

If you are looking after someone's home do not stack the post or newspapers on the hall table or where they may be visible to prying eyes.

The link below provides general advice on holiday security both in the home and whilst you are away.

http://www.thamesvalley.police.uk/crprev/crprev-home/crprev-home-hols.htm

Please be vigilant and if you see anyone acting suspiciously call the police straight away. Try to note what the person(s) look like, their height, hair colour, build and what they are wearing. Make a note of colour and make of any vehicle and the vehicle registration number.

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[Reference: GA-07/067]

This is a Community Message from Amersham Watch Office on Monday, 26 July 2010.

There were several vehicle crimes in South Bucks over the weekend but no burglaries.

Front and rear number plates were stolen from two vehicles in Beaconsfield on Friday 23 July.

Between 1pm to 2.30pm front and rear number plates were stolen from a blue Saab 9000 in Windsor End.

Also between 8.40am to 6pm in Wycombe End front and rear number plates were stolen from a green Vauxhall Corsa.

Please be vigilant and if you see anyone suspicious call the police staright away.

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[Reference: GA-07/061]

This is a Community Message from Amersham Watch Office on Friday, 23 July 2010.

At Aylesbury Crown Court on Friday 16 July four men were sentenced for a series of incidents some of which occurred in Chiltern and South Bucks.

Please click the link below to view full press release.

http://www.thamesvalley.police.uk/newsevents/newsevents-pressreleases/newsevents-pressreleases-item.htm?id=139861

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[Reference: GA 07/058]

This is a message from the Amersham Watch office on Friday 23rd July 2010.

Have your say’ now available online:

Members of the public can contact their local neighbourhood policing team by completing an online form.

The form is available on the TVP website www.thamesvalley.police.uk/haveyoursay - click on any neighbourhood name and the form will open.

The submitted forms will be sent to the local Neighbourhood Policing Team (NHPT) email address, where the team can assess it. A ‘thank you’ message will automatically be sent to the person who submitted the concern.

NHPTs are reminded to check their email addresses regularly for any issues that might be raised. You can still contact your local officers on the usual Thames Valley Police telephone number 0845-8-505505.

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[Reference: GA-07/037]

This is a Community Message from Amersham Watch Office on Wednesday, 14 July 2010.

Thames Valley Police officers are planning a major crackdown on speeding and road safety in Beaconsfield later this month, following a successful similar operation in the town on 17 May.

The crackdown will take place on 27 July at various locations around the town, which cannot be disclosed at this point for operational reasons.

The operation in May was a joint initiative between the Force's Roads Policing department and the Beaconsfield neighbourhood policing team and resulted in 21 people being fined.

In Gregories Road:
. Five motorists were fined
. Four people were fined for not wearing a seat belt
. Five were fined for driving while using a mobile phone
. One was fined because the vehicle did not have a valid MOT

In Candlemass Lane:
. Two motorists were fined for exceeding the 30 mph speed limit
. Four people were fined for not wearing a seat belt

Sgt Caroline Tailor from Thames Valley Police, the officer in charge of the operation, said: "Speeding and road safety are a top priority for the Beaconsfield neighbourhood policing team. "By carrying out these enforcement operations, we hope to send a message to drivers in Beaconsfield that speeding is unacceptable."

[Reference: GA-07/028]

This is a Community Message from Amersham Watch Office on Monday, 12 July 2010.

Between 7.30am to 9pm on Friday 9 July there was a burglary at a farm in Ridings Lane, Beaconsfield.

Offenders have broken through a hedge and climbed over a fence to gain entry to the grounds of the property and then smashed a rear door window to gain entry to the house.

A gas powered air rifle, laptop and a number of identification papers such as passport, and bank statements were stolen.

A black Vauxhall Astra with three persons inside was seen acting suspiciously in the area.

At 12.50pm on Friday 9 July, in Copse Lane, Jordans, offenders driving a white Ford Transit van stole a white Mercedes van.

The van was later found in The Bell House Hotel car park in Beaconsfield but tools worth £9,500 had been stolen from the vehicle.

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[Reference: GA-07/021]

This is a Community Message from Amersham Watch Office on Friday, 09 July 2010.

Following on from the Neighbourhood Watch meeting on Wednesday 23 June, here is a summary of the main points covered.

• Police do appreciate value of NHW and please encourage members to report anything suspicious – descriptions of person or vehicle and reg no if possible. Although it may not seem much, every bit of information helps to build up a fuller picture.

• NHW members have provided a lot of useful intelligence so keep it coming.

• Police want to know if cold callers are in the area – particularly if they are offering work such as garden services, repair to guttering or roofs or replacment driveways. Phone in straight away to give police a chance to check them out.

• Agreed to hold another meeting in New Year (probably February).

• Encourage members to keep co-ordinators informed about what is happening in their road or nearby.

• Streets signs and new members packs available from Watch Office

• You can make contact with the Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Team at the email address beaconsfield@thamesvalley.pnn.police.uk

• New PCSO due to be appointed for Beaconsfield but at the moment Denise Hawkes and Vijay Desai are covering the area.

We had a lively evening and if you were unable to attend in June we hope you will support the next meeting.

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[Reference: GA-07/020]

This is a Community Message from the Amersham Watch Office on Thursday 8th July 2010, on behalf of the Neighbourhood & Home Watch Network (England and Wales).

A resident in South London has reported a possible scam taking place in his locality.

A man claiming to represent 'Neighbourhood Watch Support' telephoned to say that a Neighbourhood Watch brochure was going out to all the local residents. The caller was encouraging local businesses to advertise in this brochure.

The resident agreed to place an advertisement and later received a further phone call from a company calling itself 'Business Community Support Multimedia'. The caller took some details over the phone.

At a later date the resident received a letter with a 'proof' for the advertisement. Apart from the name of the business and the contact phone number, every detail was incorrect. The accompanying letter said that unless any amendments were received within five days (by phone, email or fax) they would assume that the details were correct and place the advert.

The resident tried several times to contact the company by email and phone but to no avail, finding his emails unanswered and his phone calls cut off. Luckily he had not yet paid any money for the advertisement.

We would like to make it clear that there is no such organisation as 'Neighbourhood Watch Support' and the Neighbourhood & Home Watch Network does not produce any such local brochures nor contract Business Community Support Multimedia to do so.

If you have any concerns, questions or issues you would like to raise relating to this, please contact Neighbourhood & Home Watch Network (England and Wales) on enquiries@nationalnhw.org or 0116 229 3118 and do not agree to anything over the telephone or on your doorstep.

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[Reference: GA-07/015]

This is a Community Message from Amersham Watch Office on Thursday, 08 July 2010.

Between 4.30pm on 5 July to 7.30am on 6 July there was a burglary in Ledborough Wood, Beaconsfield.

Entry was gained by forcing a garage door and then an integral door to the house and power tools and plant machinery were stolen.

There were two vehicle crimes in Beaconsfield overnight of 6-7 July.

In Chiltern Hills Road, a burgundy Ford Fiesta had its front off side window smashed and CD's and sunglasses stolen.

In the White Hart Car Park a silver VW Polo had its near side door lock forced and a sat nav holder and charger stolen from the glove box.

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[Reference: GA-07/017]

SOUTH BUCKS NEIGHBOURHOOD UPDATES

The Neighbourhood Monthly News Updates for July are now available on the Thames Valley Police website. The following link will take you to the South Bucks Local Police Area (LPA) home page from where you can select your specific neighbourhood.

http://bit.ly/90syqT

Check out dates of meetings, view photos of Neighbourhood Police officers, recent press releases and crime statistics.

Thank you

[Reference: GA-07/006]

This is a Community Message from Amersham Watch Office on Tuesday, 06 July 2010.

Over the past two weeks three robbery/snatch theft type offences have taken place in Beaconsfield, all in close proximity of each other.

The locations were WOODSIDE ROAD on the 04/07/2010, WESTFIELD ROAD on the 02/07/2010 and CHILTERN HILL ROAD on the 25/06/2010.

On each occasion the offender has approached the victim from behind as they were about to enter their houses and shone a torch in their face to blind them. He then asked them to hand over their handbags.

Handbags have been taken on all three occasions with mobile phones.

The time of the offence has been between 0025-0100 hours on all three occasions and it is suspected that the offender has access to a vehicle.

The suspect is described as a white male, aged 20-25 years, 5'8-5'9 tall with slim build. He has dark blonde hair which is short and cropped. All three victims state that he was well spoken with a local accent.

Police are taking these incidents very seriously and have increased their patrols in the area. If you see do see anything suspicious do call the police straight away.

If you have any information about any of these incidents please contact DC 5834 MOURTAZA at Burnham CID on 0845 8 505 505 and state you are responding to this Ringmaster message.

If you are out at night keep vigilant and if possible avoid using unlit roads.

Try not to keep all your valuables in one place. Instead place valuables such as wallets in an inside pocket or use a money belt.

Carry your house keys in your hand.

Consider carrying a personal safety alarm.

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[Reference: GA-06/068]

This is a Community Message from Amersham Watch Office on Wednesday, 30 June 2010.

At 12.30am on the morning of Tuesday 29 June, there was a burglary in Baring Road, Beaconsfield. (between nos 20-40).

Entry was gained by "popping" the lock on a UPVC door which had not been deadlocked. The noise disturbed the occupants who went to investigate and saw the offenders run off.

It is believed they were looking for keys to a BMW parked on the driveway.

If you have an alarm do set it when you go to bed and remember to lock all downstairs doors and windows.

There have been three vehicle crimes in Beaconsfield between 27-29 June.

Overnight of 28-29 June in Burkes Crescent, a blue VW Golf had its window smashed and a wallet containing cards and documents stolen.

Between 27-29 June in Lakes Lane (between nos 42-62) the window of a silver Nissan Micra was smashed and CD's and a radio were stolen

Between 9am -11am on Tuesday 29 June in Somerford Place a window was smashed on a green Honda Accord. The vehicle was searched but nothing taken.

Please be vigilant and if you see anyone suspicious call the police straight away on 0845 8 505 505 or if it is a crime in progress dial 999.

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[Reference: GA-06/063]

This is a Community Message from Amersham Watch Office on Monday, 28 June 2010 from the Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Sgt, Caroline Tailor.

On Wednesday 23rd June 2010 at approximately 4pm an incident occurred in Woodside Road, Beaconsfield.

A young female was taken to the Hogback Woods gated area from the top of the road at the junction of Baring Road. The female was not taken into the woods and was able to run back to her parents.

This incident involved a male child approximately 10 -12 years old and it must be stressed that there is no allegation of assault or any inappropriate touching.

We are asking residents to remain calm and to contact local officers if they need further reassurance or would like advice.

This matter is currently being investigated to ensure that this sort of incident is prevented from occurring again.

If you do have any further information, please contact Thames Valley Police on 0845 8505 505 or alternatively Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Between 2pm to 9pm on Sunday 27 June there was a burglary in Holtspur Top Lane, Beaconsfield (between nos 91-101).

Offenders smashed a ground floor window to gain entry and stole a blackberry, wallet, keys and a black VW Golf. (reg KU57 ***)

Thank you

[Reference: GA-06/057]

This is a Community Message from Amersham Watch Office on Monday 28 June

OPERATION ROGUE TRADER DAY - 30 JUNE 2010

Operation Rogue Trader Day is part of a week-long campaign to warn people about the dangers of rogue trading and doorstop crime.

Rogue traders usually show up unannounced on people's doorsteps and offer to do work like gardening or fixing the roof for a minimal fee. The work they carry out is often sub-standard or not required at all, and ends up costing significantly more than the original quote.

They often choose elderly and vulnerable victims because they see them as 'easy targets'.

Police work closely with Trading Standards and other partners to catch rogue traders and to help educate people to prevent them from becoming victims of crime but they need YOUR help.

Police need to know if they are in the area, so if someone knocks on your door offering tree pruning, hedge trimming, gutter cleaning, etc please call the police non emergency number 0845 8 505 505 straight away.

Try to obtain vehicle registration numbers and description of occupants if possible and the direction of travel.

Above all avoid agreeing to any work being carried out until you have received a written quote and had time to consider the contract.

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[Reference: GA-06/053]

This is a Community Message from the Amersham Watch Office on Friday 25 June.

The Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Police Team will be holding their next series of "Have Your Say" meetings as follows:

Thursday 1 July from 12 noon to 2pm at the Beacon Centre

Tuesday 6 July from 11am to 1pm at Beaconsfield Library, Reynolds Road

Saturday 17 July from 11am to 3pm at the Summer Fayre, Butlers Court School

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[Reference: GA-06/036]

This is a Community Message from Amersham Watch Office on Wednesday, 16 June 2010.

Several sheds and garages being broken into this week, which is more common at this time of year. So far this week incidents have been reported in Amersham, Little Chalfont, Chalfont St Peter and Chalfont St Giles.

Do check your shed to ensure it is secure and consider visibly marking lawn mowers and other gardening equipment with your post code and house name or number. You can use permanent marker pens, paint or nail varnish.

Outbuildings, sheds and garages can be especially, vulnerable to criminals, and are often not the best place, to store high value items.

If possible chain down items, like bikes and lawn mowers.

Please be vigilant and if you see anyone suspicious call the police on 0845 8 505 505 or if it is a crime in progress dial 999.

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[Reference: GA-06/038]

This is a Community Message from Amersham Watch Office on Wednesday, 16 June 2010.

Police are appealing for information about a man who has been reported exposing himself in the Gerrards Cross area.

There have already been three incidents in Gerrards Cross in the past 3 weeks, two in Orchehill Rise and one in North Park. On each occasion the man exposed himself to a female but there was no attempt to make physical contact with the victim.

Police believe the offender has also been sighted in Beaconsfield and Iver in the past.

If you have any information which may assist the investigation please contact Burnham CID on 0845 8 505 505 or if you witness such an incident dial 999 straight away.

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[Reference: GA-06/027]

This is a Community Message from Amersham Watch Office on Monday 14 June 2010.

Police trap houses across Buckinghamshire are being used in a crackdown on criminals who break into people's homes.

The homes are fitted with covert high-tech specialist equipment including property marking such as SelectaDNA, which can link offenders directly to a crime scene through its unique code.

Trap cars have been used successfully in the county before, but this is the first time a tactic such as this has been used in houses in the county.

The scheme has already been successful with a number of persons prosecuted and police have the ability to run several houses in Buckinghamshire at any one time. Further operations of this type are planned across the county.

Detective Inspector Dominic Williamson said: "Individuals are not always aware that they have been caught as a result of a police trap house operation because the covert tactics we deploy are often withheld. So far this year the county has seen a reduction in burglaries to people's homes of 12 per cent compared to the same period last year, which also saw a reduction.

"These operations are excellent examples of partnership working where both private and social landlords have supported the police in tackling burglary.

"The police warning to burglars is that any house you are looking to break into could be a police trap house."

Det Ch Insp Philip Standish, said: "The increased deployment and use of technology forms a major part of criminal investigation in this area. This successful combination of technology and professional investigation not only secures evidence, but often leads to other offences and those who benefit from burglary being detected and brought to justice."

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[Reference: GA-06/018]

SOUTH BUCKS NEIGHBOURHOOD UPDATES

The Neighbourhood Monthly News Updates for June are now available on the Thames Valley Police website. The following link will take you to the South Bucks Local Police Area (LPA) home page from where you can select your specific neighbourhood.

http://bit.ly/90syqT

Check out dates of meetings, view photos of Neighbourhood Police officers, recent press releases and crime statistics.

Thank you

Margaret Dale
Watch Advisor for South Bucks & Chiltern

[Reference: GA-06/013]

This is a Community Message from Amersham Watch Office on Friday 4 June.

Police Crackdown on burglary, robbery and vehicle crime

Thames Valley Police officers in South Bucks are launching a crackdown on burglary, robbery and vehicle crime over the next few weeks.

The drive is taking place to prevent a significant increase in these offences, which has historically been the case in May and June. Operation Gruelling will see increased police patrols in crime hot spots and the use of Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) to target criminals using the roads.

Similar operations carried out in the past have been shown to both deter and detecting crime in hotspot areas and improving the police’s intelligence picture of local criminals.

Det Insp Mark Lynch from Burnham CID said: “The police will be out in force over the next weeks to disrupt criminals and protect local people from becoming victims of crime, however, each and every resident can help us keep crime down. Lock your home, shed and car doors and windows and ensure you don’t tempt thieves by leaving your valuables where they are visible to thieves.”

For more advice on crime prevention visit the police website at http://www.thamesvalley.police.uk/crprev.htm

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[Reference: GA-06/012]

This is a Community Message from Amersham Watch Office on Thursday, 03 June 2010.

Police arrests in Beaconsfield

BURGLARS ARRESTED
Two teenagers from Beaconsfield have been charged with committing a burglary at a home in Horseshoe Crescent in Beaconsfield on 4 April during which electrical equipment was stolen.

Eighteen-year-old Daniel Inman, from Garvin Mews in Beaconsfield and a 17-year-old boy from Beaconsfield, were charged on Friday (28/5) and bailed to appear at Wycombe Magistrates' Court on 21 June.

TWO ARRESTED FOR ASSAULT
Two 17-year-old boys have been arrested in connection with an assault on a 16 year old boy on Friday 28 May in Ronald Road in Beaconsfield last week.

The boys, who are from Hedgerley and Farnham Common, were arrested on suspicion of causing assault occasioning actual bodily harm and have been released on police bail until 7 July.

Anyone who witnessed the assault and has information can contact Burnham police station on 0845 8 505 505. If you do not want to speak to the police, call the Crimestoppers charity on 0800 555 111. They don't need to know your name, just what you know.

You can also give information to the police in person by visiting any police station. Find the opening times of your local police station via our website or by phoning 0845 8 505 505.

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[THAMES VALLEY COMMUNITY MESSAGING - Amersham - GA-04/009]

Between 7.30pm and 8pm on Wednesday 7th April 2010 a continuing road rage incident occurred in the following Beaconsfield Roads; Maxwell Road, Station Road, Penn Road, Ledborough Lane and London End.

If you witnessed any erratic or dangerous driving in the town on Wednesday evening then please contact PC 159 Dan Spiers at Gerrards Cross Police station on 0845 8 505 505.

Crime report number GD/3561470/10 refers.

[THAMES VALLEY COMMUNITY MESSAGING - Amersham - GA-04/008]

APPOINTMENT OF NEW COMMANDER FOR BUCKINGHAMSHIRE

Chief Supt Emmings has been appointed the new Commander of the Buckinghamshire Basic Command Unit (BCU).

He has taken over the role from Chief Supt Paul Tinnion, who has been the BCU Commander since January 2007.

To view the full press report please click the link:

http://bit.ly/dach8b

[Reference: GA-03/021]

Between 8am to 6pm on Thursday 15 April there was a burglary in London End, Beaconsfield (between nos 31-51). It is believed entry was gained by inserting an instrument through the letter box to release the door handle. Two lap tops, jewellery, a camera and sports holdall were stolen.

If you have any information, please contact the police on 0845 8 505 505 and state that you are responding to this Ringmaster message.

Alternatively, if you do not wish to give your details, you can call Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.

Thank you

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[THAMES VALLEY COMMUNITY MESSAGING - Amersham - GA-03/095]

Overnight of 26 to 27 March a property in Rowan Close, Beaconsfield was broken into. A wallet and house and vehicle keys were stolen but not the vehicle.

Officer in case: PC 6580 STANFORD.

Overnight of 29 to 30 March in Gregories Road, offenders have gained entry to an unoccupied property which is being renovated and high value power tools including a lazer level and grinder were stolen.

If you have any information or you see anything suspicious, please call the police on 0845 8 505 505 and state that you are responding to this Ringmaster message.

Alternatively, if you do not wish to give your details, you can call Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.

Thank you

[THAMES VALLEY COMMUNITY MESSAGING - Amersham - GA-03/082]

CCTV images released after Theft and Fraud Case in Beaconsfield and Burnham.

Thames Valley Police has released CCTV images of two people they would like to speak to in connection with theft and fraud offences.

On 7 February, credit cards were stolen from a car in Poyle Lane. One of the cards was subsequently used at an ATM in Beaconsfield to withdraw an amount of cash and police are keen to speak to the man and woman pictured in connection with this.

To view CCTV images and the full press release please click on the link below:

http://bit.ly/9wIzhd

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[THAMES VALLEY COMMUNITY MESSAGING - Amersham - GA-03/071]

Year six pupils from across Buckinghamshire will take part in a new sticker-collecting scheme, which is launched next week, to encourage them to become more considerate and involved in their community.

Bucks CoPCards, an initiative involving Thames Valley Police, Buckinghamshire County Council, the four district councils and other partner agencies, begins on 22 March, following a successful pilot in Chiltern District last year.

Insp Dave Cherrington from Thames Valley Police is overseeing the scheme. He said: "CoPCards is an abbreviation for Community and Police Cards and aims to encourage children to be safe, get involved in community activities, care for their local area and engage with their neighbourhood policing team.

"The scheme will also show young people how their behaviour could impact on others in the community and be seen as anti-social. An evaluation from a pilot scheme last year found that, after taking part in the project, just under 90 per cent of the young people involved understood how to moderate their behaviour so as not to appear anti-social.

"They will earn rewards in the form of stickers to be placed in a collector's card. The stickers relate to a number of topics including healthy eating, sports activities, recycling, personal safety, substance misuse, first aid and attendance. There will also be a number of stickers to collect for meeting with officers on their local neighbourhood policing team.

"Thames Valley Police's neighbourhood policing teams have already distributed the CoPCard packs to middle schools across the county. The scheme will run until 30 June and the class who collect the most stickers will win one of a number of prizes. First prize is a class trip to Legoland in Windsor in July, but there are also a number of runners-up prizes such as mobile climbing wall sessions and exclusive cinema screenings as well as extra prizes for the best individual team player and best innovator."

As part of the national Tackling Knives Action Plan, the children will also be taught what to do if they discover that someone they know carries a knife. They will also receive information on internet and mobile phone safety, including text and cyber bullying.

For more information, visit www.buckscopcards.co.uk

[THAMES VALLEY COMMUNITY MESSAGING - Amersham - GA-03/055]

Between 5.30pm to 7.45pm on Saturday 13 March in Holtspur Top Lane (between nos 11-31). Offenders jemmied a porch and dining room windows and stole keys and a grey Audi TT TFSI.

There were three thefts from vehicles over the weekend. Two in White Hart Meadow and one in Station Road.

Please be vigilant and if you have any information call the police on 0845 8 505 505 and state that you are responding to this Ringmaster message.

Alternatively, if you do not wish to give your details, you can call Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.

[THAMES VALLEY COMMUNITY MESSAGING - Amersham - GA-03/041]

There was a burglary in Candlemas Lane (low numbers), Beaconsfield on Tuesday 9 May, during the day. Offenders smashed the back door window to gain entry but it is believed they were disturbed and nothing appears to have been taken.

At 00.43am on Tuesday 9 March in Warwick Road (between nos 20-40) the window of a black Nissan Qashqai was smashed and a jacket and sat nav stolen.

If you have any information or you see anything suspicious, please call the police on 0845 8 505 505 and state that you are responding to this Ringmaster message.

Alternatively, if you do not wish to give your details, you can call Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.

[THAMES VALLEY COMMUNITY MESSAGING - Amersham - GA-03/031]

There were three incidents in Ellwood Road Beaconsfield between 5th to 7th March.

There was an attempted burglary at around 5am on Friday 6 March. The occupant heard noises and on investigation saw two dark figures running down the driveway. Tool marks were discovered around a window.

Overnight of 6th to 7th March there was a burglary in Ellwood Road, Beaconsfield (low numbers). Offenders have broken into a car on the drive and stolen the remote control for the garage. They have then stolen two pedal cycles and golf clubs. One of the cycles is a specialist grey carbon fibre Felt racing bike.

Also overnight of 6th to 7th offenders broke into a silver Mercedes in Ellwood Road and stole a sat nav. Tools were also stolen from an insecure garage.

In Burkes Road (between nos 71-91) overnight of 6th to 7th March offenders accessed an insecure vehicle parked on a gated driveway. Remote controls for the garage and gate were stolen.

With the increase in gated properties and electronic garage doors, thieves are targetting vehicles looking for the fobs so make sure they are not left in your vehicle.

If you have any information or you see anything suspicious, please call the police on 0845 8 505 505 and state that you are responding to this Ringmaster message.

Alternatively, if you do not wish to give your details, you can call Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.

[THAMES VALLEY COMMUNITY MESSAGING - Amersham - GA-03/018]

There has been a marked reduction in crime in South Bucks during February.

Various police operations have made a difference in disrupting known offenders but Police also rely on the public's co-operation to prevent, solve and reduce crime. So please keep vigilant and if you see anything suspicious call the Police straight away on 08458 505 505 or 999 for a crime in progress.

You can find out more about what is happening in your area via the Thames Valley Police website. The following link:

http://bit.ly/90syqT

will take you to the South Bucks home page from where you can select your specific neighbourhood.

In addition to the Neighbourhood Updates you can view photos of the officers, dates of Neighbourhood Action Group meetings and police surgeries and links to press reports and crime statistics.

[THAMES VALLEY COMMUNITY MESSAGING - Amersham - GA-02/051]

There were three thefts from vehicles reported in Beaconsfield yesterday 15 February.

Between 4-15 Feb a black BMW in Station Road (low numbers) was broken into and a nav and mobile phone charger were stolen.

Overnight of 14th to 15th February sets of wheels were stolen from two BMW's. One in Shepherds Lane and the other in Amersham Road. This is part of an on going series and where possible police are recommending owners of BMW's should keep their cars in the garage or park them close to a wall to make it more difficult for offenders to access them.

To ensure your wheels are as secure as possible do check that your vehicle is fitted with 'Thatcham' approved locking wheel nuts. Whilst you vehicle may have been fitted with locking wheel nuts these may not be of the right standard, so it is worth checking this with you BMW dealer.

Alternatively see www.mcgard-europe.de or www.thatcham.org/products/ for the type of locking wheel bolts that 'Thatcham' approve.

If you require any further advice please contact Lucy Groves, Crime Prevention and Reduction Advisor on 0845 8 505 505.

[THAMES VALLEY COMMUNITY MESSAGING - Amersham - GA-02/042]

Between 8am, to 5pm on Wednesday 10 Feb there was a burglary in Ronald Road, Beaconsfield. Entry was gained by forcing a side window and a laptop, jewellery & passports stolen.

If you have any information or you see anything suspicious, please call the police on 0845 8 505 505 and state that you are responding to this Ringmaster message.

Alternatively, if you do not wish to give your details, you can call Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.

[THAMES VALLEY COMMUNITY MESSAGING - Amersham - GA-02/027]

Police have arrested two males in conncection with two separate robberies which occurred in Beaconsfield on Saturday 7 February.

The first incident took place in Caledon Road at approx 7.50pm. The offender approached a 41 year old man from behind and demanded "his goods". An Ipod and gloves were stolen.

The second incident was in Seeleys Road at around 8.30pm. The offender is described as a white male, aged 19years, 6ft 2ins tall and wearing a dark jacket.

Investigations are still continuing so if you have any information please phone Burnham CID on 0845 8 505 505 and state that you are responding to this Ringmaster message.

Between 4.30 to 6.30pm on Tuesday 9 February, in Burkes Road offenders stole a JCB Digger which was then loaded onto a trailer parked nearby. The vehicle was in the grounds of a property currently undergoing renovation.

Alternatively, if you do not wish to give your details, you can call Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.

Subject: Thames Valley Police - Community Messaging - Amersham - GA-02/024

[THAMES VALLEY COMMUNITY MESSAGING - Amersham - GA-02/024]

Overnight of 4th to 5th February there were two burglaries in Cherry Tree Road, Beaconsfield (high numbers) where the locks on front doors have been forced and car keys and vehicles have been stolen.

A black Mercedes C200 Komp (reg LY02 ***), lap top and handbag were stolen from one property

A blackVW Golf, (reg AC58 ***) and handbag from the other property.

Do ensure front doors are securely locked when you go to bed and if you have an alarm set it.

If you have any information or you see anything suspicious, please call the police on 0845 8 505 505 and state that you are responding to this Ringmaster message.

Alternatively, if you do not wish to give your details, you can call Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.

xxx

[THAMES VALLEY COMMUNITY MESSAGING - Amersham - GA-02/025]
The following message is sent on behalf of Val McPherson, Chairman of THAMES VALLEY NHW ASSOCIATION.
I am writing on behalf of Thames Valley Neighbourhood Watch Association to invite you to our 1st AGM on Saturday 6 March 2010 at the Harry Deacon Hall in Beaconsfield at 2.00pm. Please would you let me know if you wish to attend by Monday 22 February either by emailing me on thewillows<at>hotmail.com. Details and directions will be forwarded later. Please note there will be no previous minutes as this is our first AGM
Thank you
Val McPherson
Chairman of TVNHWA
Revised prices for Smartwater property marking packs and personal attack alarms:
Smartwater:
http://www.tvpcommunitymessaging.org/rmwebportal/go.aspx?id=176
Personal attack alarms:
http://www.tvpcommunitymessaging.org/rmwebportal/go.aspx?id=177

[THAMES VALLEY COMMUNITY MESSAGING - Amersham - GA-02/014]
Operation Grip continues to disrupt criminality - South Bucks A rapid response team tasked with disrupting suspects committing burglaries and vehicle crime in South Buckinghamshire is continuing to make life difficult for criminals in South Buckinghamshire. The initiative, known as Operation Grip, has been running in South Buckinghamshire since December, and has resulted in several dozen arrests so far. Neighbourhood Insp Bobbi Rai said: "The Operation Grip team actively pursues suspicious people, acting on information from the community and carrying out stop checks. "We've carried out about 20 stop checks this week and on Tuesday arrested a man in his late twenties from Burnham on suspicion of burglary. He is currently on police bail while enquiries continue. "Criminals feel intimidated by being approached by the police and the operation is definitely having an impact on the local crime rate. We usually see a spike in burglaries and vehicle crime this time of the year, however proactive policing has allowed us to achieve a reduction in burglary of homes by nearly 28 per cent over the past twelve months, compared to the same period the year before. "The information we have received from the community has been invaluable to our success and I would like to encourage more people to come forward with information."

Anyone with information can call Thames Valley Police on 0845 8 505 505. If

you do not want to speak to the police, call the Crimestoppers charity on

0800 555 111. They don't need to know your name, just what you know.

[THAMES VALLEY COMMUNITY MESSAGING - Amersham - GA-02/012]

On Tuesday 2 February, during the day, there was a burglary in Burkes Close, Beaconsfield. Entry was gained by forcing a window at the rear of the property and jewellery, car keys and a silver Mercedes B180(reg OW56***)was stolen.
At 4.40am this morning 3 February, in Hyde Green there was a burglary. The offender had forced open the front door with a screwdriver but was heard by the occupants and ran off when challenged. He was seen getting into a car which drove off towards Maxwell Road. Keys to a BMW were stolen but not the car.
If you have any information or you see anything suspicious, please call the police on 0845 8 505 505 and state that you are responding to this Ringmaster message. Alternatively, if you do not wish to give your details, you can call Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.

[THAMES VALLEY COMMUNITY MESSAGING - Amersham - GA-02/009]

There have been several day time burglaries in the Beaconsfield area recently. Police believe these are being carried out by males aged in their mid teens and alcohol and smaller items have been stolen. Please be vigilant and if you see or hear anything suspicious call the police immediately on 0845 8 505 505. If you believe it is a crime in progress then call 999. Alternatively, if you do not wish to give your details, you can call Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.

[THAMES VALLEY COMMUNITY MESSAGING - Amersham - GA-02/007]

Beween 3.40pm to 4.45pm on Friday 29 January, there was a burglary in Meadow Lane, Beaconsfield. Entry was gained by using an unknown instrument to open the lock and a laptop, MP3 Ipod, Playstations, cash and keys stolen. If you have any information or you see anything suspicious, please call the police on 0845 8 505 505 and state that you are responding to this Ringmaster message. Alternatively, if you do not wish to give your details, you can call Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.

[THAMES VALLEY COMMUNITY MESSAGING - Amersham - G-01/054]

Two teenagers from Beaconsfield have been arrested on suspicion of stealing keys and a credit card from an address in Holtspur Top Lane, Beaconsfield, on Thursday 21 January. A 14-year-old and a 16-year-old boy have been released on police bail while enquiries continue.

To find out more about Thames Valley Police in your area - please go to: http://www.thamesvalley.police.uk