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Horsewatch

Welcome to the Humberside Police Horsewatch scheme information page.

Fortunately, equine related crime is relatively low in the Humberside policing area - however, it is very important that every effort is made to continue to reduce the opportunity for this type of crime to occur. Image showing Horsewatch logo

Humberside Police recognises the importance of supporting members of the equine community in creating secure environments for their horses, equipment and vehicles.

To support horse owners across the Humberside policing area , Humberside Police have re-introduced the Horsewatch concept, aiming to provide advice and information to assist in the prevention of crime. You can register details of your Horse and Pony by using our online registration form.

However you also may send your details by post to Goole Police Station, Escourt Terrace,Goole,DN14 5AF addressed to Constable 168 Shaun Bagley.

Becoming involved in Horsewatch will provide the opportunity for members to:

Assist in reducing the opportunity for equine related crime to occur
Develop an awareness of measures that may prevent crime at their stables/yards
Become part of a ‘community’ network receiving and relaying pertinent information
Share ‘good practice’ across the Humberside policing area

There are many steps that you can take to enhance existing security measures in and around your stables. The advice contained in the Horsewatch leaflet is not an exhaustive list, but may assist in the prevention of crime (PDF document - 604kb).

For additional information on British Standards for security hardware, please visit: www.securedbydesign.com

Working along the same lines as Neighbourhood Watch, Horsewatch members should keep an eye out for their own horses, nearby neighbours' horses, equipment, vehicles and any breaches of security on their land.

One of the main aims of Horsewatch is to encourage members to keep a note of any suspicious incidents, which may include recording the registration numbers of unfamiliar vehicles, and to warn the police and others about people acting suspiciously near stables and land where horses are kept. Try and think how an offender may view your property.

By taking positive action you can reassure yourself that you have done as much as you can to protect your horses and your equipment, making it as difficult as possible for a potential offender.