Axholme North

Poaching / Hare Coursing:

UPDATE 22/09/2020

 Over the last few weeks we have started to get reports of Hare Coursing on the Isle, Operation Galileo has resumed with dedicated officers assigned to patrol rural locations on set days. We are asking farmers and members of the public if you see any vehicles, persons with dogs Coursing please call in on 101 to report.

On 30/8/2020 officers attended Luddington after a report of a males Hare Coursing, on their arrival a male was found hiding in a field with his dog, he was detained and has been reported for offences. 

Seasonal Crime

Burglaries are still continuing in the area. Whilst we do not want to concern residents, we would like to remind everyone of some basic home security measures which can significantly reduce the likelihood of becoming a victim of burglary.

The most likely entry point for a burglar is via the rear so do not neglect security there. Fit an alarm or a dummy alarm box. Many people point out that when an alarm sounds nobody takes any notice these days. The burglar will though. Install a security light which works on a movement sensor to light up areas which a burglar may use for cover. Use timer switches to turn lights on when you are not in. Ensure any gates at the rear are locked, not just with a bolt near the top which can be opened by reaching over.

Thieves do not want to be seen and surveillance is often provided by Neighbours who live opposite or who overlook your property. Do not allow bushes and hedges to grow too high.

Consider the security on your shed. Is it proportionate to the value of items you keep inside such as cycles and garden equipment? e.g. an expensive cycle stored in a wooden shed with only a £2.50 padlock for security. It is also worth noting that a burglar will sometimes use an item which is easily taken from a poorly secured shed to facilitate their entry into a house. Fit trellis along the top of fencing at the rear as this will break if a burglar tries to climb over your fence. Spiky / prickly bushes and climbers are also a deterrent.

Report all suspicious circumstances. Door-to-door salesman appertaining to be selling energy or double-glazing are often checking out and planning future burglaries or even trying their luck there and then if they get no reply to knocking. In rural communities, local residents know when someone or something looks out of place far more than in urban areas.

Join your local Neighbourhood Watch (NW) group or start one up yourself. The role of co-ordinator does not have to be a burdensome role and your group can be as small or large as you wish. In effect the key role of a NHW co-ordinator is to act as a conduit for police information which in today’s world is literally the touch of a button. The vital part is that police have that single point of contact in as many areas as possible. NHW is proven to reduce and prevent crime and it is an initiative well suited to rural communities where traditional community spirit still exists. We would also ask for your assistance in keeping an eye on any properties where you know the occupants are away or out for whatever length of time. Our intelligence suggests that the offenders are ‘doing their homework’ in identifying properties from which to steal. If you see any suspicious activity then please call 999 if you believe a crime is about to be committed or 101 if you noted suspicious activity which has now passed. If you are able to get descriptions of persons or vehicle details without putting yourself in any danger, then that would be valuable information.

Update 22/09/2020

 Operation YELLOW FIN is a police operation to tackle the crime associated with the use of motorbikes, if you know who is riding off road bikes, Quads in your area and which address they come from or go to including a description of the rider/bike please call in on 101 to give information.

Operation Galaxy is a dedicated team dealing with exicuting drug warrents in all area's, if you have any information regarding cannabis grows at an address, of drug dealing, names, addresses, vehicles include the registration number you can caontact your local officers or ring 101 with information

On 21/9/20 officers have been in the area of Woodgarr Avenue in Keadby, conducting reasurance visits and house to house enquiries in connection with a burglary as part of Operation Gallant, please be vigilant make sure your property is secure along with any out buildings and vehicles.

We have had reports of Rogue Traders starting to target residents  therefore, the Local Neighbourhood Team are asking residents to be extra vigilant regarding the security of their homes and vehicles. If a stranger attends your property then please make sure you have your door chain on or speak to them through the window, ask for ID. please make sure your car keys are not on display through a window, where possible keep car keys in your possesion when you can, please report any suspicious activity in your area vehicles get the registration plate, colour, any signage on the vehicle, persons a brief description, if possible when reporting.

EPWORTH POLICE STATION has now re-opened and is open every Tuesday & Thursday between 9.00 x 14.30 for anyone wanting to report or discuss anything