A policing operation launched to combat rural crime in Breckland and West Norfolk has led to seven arrests.

Operation Kingbird has seen an increase in patrols and targeted police activity to combat rising burglaries and thefts at farms.

Seven people have been arrested, with one man charged with offences while cash and drugs have been seized and stolen property recovered.

Local Policing Commander for Breckland North, Inspector Jon Papworth said: "We are concerned about this criminal activity and we’ve launched a dedicated operation to target offenders while addressing concerns within the farming community.

"Officers, including frontline response, beat managers and specialist units, are working together to disrupt and deter criminals and patrol vulnerable locations.

"While we’ve seen some promising results we are continuing to treat these crimes seriously and will deal with offenders robustly.

"Members of the community can help us by reporting suspicious activity – residents know their communities better than anyone else so will be best placed to spot if anyone or anything is out of place.”

Results from Operation Kingbird include:

·    Two men were arrested on Sunday (29 July 2018) after a vehicle failed to stop for police in Swaffham. Police pursued the vehicle which was eventually stopped in Castle Acre. Kieran Price, 19 and of Wkaehurst Placed, Cardiff, has been charged with dangerous driving, failing to stop, driving without a licence, driving without insurance and going equipped for theft. He was remanded in police custody and appeared via video link before Norwich Magistrates Court yesterday <31>. where he was released on conditional bail to appear before Norwich Crown Court at a later date. A second man, aged 18, arrested in connection with the incident was released without charge. 

·    Warrant executed at a property in Swaffham on 6 June where stolen property (two horses and a trailer) were recovered. A large amount of heroin, more than 100 cannabis plants and about £10,000 was seized. A 31-year-old man and 29-year-old woman arrested in connection with the incident have been released under investigation while enquiries continue.

·    On 24 July a 19-year-old man was arrested in Swaffham in connection with theft of batteries – he’s been released under investigation while enquiries continue.

·    Two other males, aged 20 and 16 were arrested in Swaffham on 22 June on suspicion of handling stolen goods. Both men were question and released under investigation while officers continue with their enquiries.

Residents are also being encouraged to sign-up to a weekly crime newsletter, called Operation Randall, a countywide crime-fighting initiative aimed at protecting rural communities.

Crime prevention advice to rural businesses and farms includes:

• lock equipment away in a secure building or part of a building when not in use
• invest in a secure storage toolbox
• install a burglar alarm on buildings where equipment is kept
• always lock vehicles when left outside and keep the keys in your possession
• keep expensive items and vehicles out of sight when not in use
• consider using hitch locks, wheel clamps or ground anchors
• mark your tools and equipment and register them for free with Immobilise
• keep a record of all valuable items
• consider fitting outside security lights
• consider fitting tracking devices to vehicles

The update includes information on key rural crimes which have happened within the county, highlighting any trends and advice on how people can help police and protect their property. If you would like to sign up to the Op Randall newsletter you can do so using the below link and registering through the Police Connect website https://www.norfolk.police.uk/services/police-connect.

There’s more rural crime prevention advice available at: https://www.norfolk.police.uk/advice/rural-crime and members of the public are urged to report any suspicious incidents/activity/persons and vehicles to police on 101.

1 Aug 18 

The following message is sent on behalf of the Metropolitan Police -

Police in Enfield are growing increasingly concerned for the welfare of a missing 53-year-old man. 

Grzegorz Kiryluk was last seen at 12pm on Monday, 23 July 2018 in the Ponders End area of North London.  

He is a white Polish male, 5ft 9ins tall, with stubble and short grey hair. He has a tattoo of a dot on his forehead and another on his upper left arm. 

He has only been in the UK for three weeks. He has left a message stating that he was heading in the direction of the North Sea.

Officers are very concerned for his wellbeing and would urge anyone with information on his whereabouts to call police on 07920278130 or Missing People on 116000 quoting Merlin reference:  18MIS029842. 

Full details and a picture can be viewed here - http://news.met.police.uk/news/appeal-to-trace-man-missing-from-ponders-end-315586

Sent on behalf of Suffolk Trading Standards

Suffolk Trading Standards and Suffolk Police are urging residents to be alert for telephone scams following reports that a number of residents have been contacted by callers claiming to be from either the tax office, HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC), or BT.

The BT scam – fraudsters are demanding money from the victim and threatening to turn off broadband service if this is not paid.

The HMRC scam – fraudsters are making aggressive calls stating that the victims owe tax and if they do not pay straight away, they will be arrested.

These are known scams and are used to intimidate victims with threats.

Trading Standards and Suffolk Constabulary would like to remind members of public to never give out personal details, especially National Insurance numbers and bank account details.

For advice on keeping yourself safe against scams, please visit: https://www.suffolk.police.uk/advice/crime-prevention-z.

For more information on this type of crime do visit: http://www.actionfraud.police.uk/news/alert-fraudsters-claiming-to-be-from-hmrc-jun17  

More information about current scams can be found https://www.actionfraud.police.uk/news  

Alternatively, report incidents of fraud to Action Fraud using their online reporting tool http://www.actionfraud.police.uk or by calling 0300 1232040.

You can also sign up to the Trading Standards weekly email alert on rogues and scams targeting Suffolk at www.suffolk.gov.uk/JoinTheFight

Sent on behalf of Derbyshire Police -

We are concerned for the safety of Richard Hadley, who has been missing from his home in the Stretton area of Alfreton since 8pm on Thursday, July 19.

Richard is described as white, 6ft 0ins tall and of heavy build. He has short brown hair, brown eyes, tends to be clean shaven and has a scar on his left cheek.

The 52-year-old was wearing jeans and white Adidas trainers with blue stripes and is believed to have been driving his grey BMW, registration RN54 WCY.

He wears a linked silver watch and a gold wedding band.

We believe he may have spent time in Suffolk since going missing.

Richard has a Derby County Football Club tattoo on his left forearm and a dragon tattoo on the back of his left shoulder.

If you have any information which may help us find Richard, please get in touch using one of the following non-emergency contact methods.

• Facebook – send us a private message to /DerbyshireConstabulary

• Twitter – direct message our contact centre on @DerPolContact

• Website – complete the online contact form www.derbyshire.police.uk/Contact-Us.

• Phone – call us on 101.

You can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Please note in the event of an emergency you should always call 999.

More residents are set to benefit from use of smart technology as Suffolk Constabulary has once again joined forces with Ring, the home security company, in a bid to tackle burglary in Ipswich and beyond.
 
Ring has provided the force with an additional 200 video doorbell cameras, following the success of the first 50 donated devices, which have been installed in previously targeted Ipswich homes during the last four months.
 
The force recognises the huge potential for technology such as doorbell and other remotely monitored security cameras to help catch criminals and bring them to justice.

In the past year alone, two prolific burglars have already been caught and subsequently convicted in Suffolk, thanks to footage obtained through a Ring Video Doorbell.

The installation of two video doorbells earlier this year has also brought an enhanced sense of security for homeowners.

One resident said: "The Ring Video Doorbell is secure and it brings me peace of mind. It’s also fantastic to have this security measure in place as it allows me to see outside of my home and as far as my car on the street.

"As a previous victim of burglary, I believe this initiative is fantastic and now I’ve been using the technology for some time, I don’t know what I would do without it.”

A male resident said: "The camera is really good and I do feel, if anyone should try getting into my home or van, the motion sensor would capture any footage and in turn, help with a conviction.

"The doorbell camera has already helped me capture footage and with this in mind, I feel safer knowing that it is there.”

Detective Superintendent Andy Smith, Head of Investigations said: "It is really pleasing to hear that residents are feeling safer, thanks to the installation of a Ring Video Doorbell. We hope the installation of these additional devices will deter burglars and help bring more offenders to justice.

"We are extremely grateful for Ring’s support once again. The devices will be distributed to further victims of burglary and those who live in areas of Ipswich we know are more susceptible to this crime.

"We will also be accepting expressions of interest from members of the community that feel they or someone they know, would benefit from being a recipient of one of the devices.
 
"Once again, I would like to remind the community that burglary remains a priority for the force and by installing even more cameras, we are actively working to increase the number of offenders convicted for this type of crime.”

Police and Crime Commissioner for Suffolk, Tim Passmore said: "This is a great initiative. Anything that improves the peace of mind of victims of burglary is really welcome.

"It’s excellent news that Ring has generously donated these doorbell cameras. I’m sure they will help residents feel safer and support the police in their mission to catch criminals, get them prosecuted and brought to justice."

Jamie Siminoff, Chief Inventor and Founder of Ring, said: "At Ring, we’re focused on making our neighbours feel safer, not just in their homes but throughout the neighbourhood. We’re excited to continue our work with Suffolk Constabulary to further reduce crime in Ipswich and surrounding areas. By installing more Ring devices for repeat burglary victims, we can bring both an additional layer of security to our neighbours’ homes and extra peace of mind. With Ring, not only are our neighbours able to intercept burglars before they enter a property, but criminals are thinking twice at the mere sight of a Ring device."

To register an interest in obtaining a free Ring Video Doorbell, whether you live in Ipswich or another location in Suffolk, please email doorbell@suffolk.pnn.police.uk

For further information visit www.suffolk.police.uk  or www.ring.com.

The following message is sent on behalf of Norfolk Police -

Norfolk Police are renewing their appeal for help from the public to trace a man who is wanted.

Harry Smith, aged 26, is wanted on recall to prison having breached the terms of his licence.

He is also wanted in connection with failing to appear at Peterborough Magistrates' Court in June this year.

He is described as white, 5' 11” and with short dark brown hair.

Anyone who has information about the whereabouts of Harry Smith is asked to Norfolk Police on 101 or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

A picture of Harry Smith is attached or use the following link - https://www.norfolk.police.uk/wanted-persons/harry-smith-0.

Police are also reminding motorists that there may be some delays on the A12 near Henham as thousands of festival goers flock to the site, so be prepared for slow-moving traffic along the A12, particularly between Yoxford and the site.   

Police are advising drivers to leave extra time for your journey and if you can avoid the area please do so. If you’re heading to the site you may also wish to consider public transport options, as buses are laid on from local railway stations to the site.

11 Jul 18