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Meet Your Team

Insp Mark Fletcher

Sgt 1554 Tim Rion

PC 485 Lawrence Grant

PCSO 7519 Shane Moody

PCSO 7633 Kevin Horsfall

Community Alerts

Fraudsters are working in our area (Humberside Police)

An Bogus caller has been reported in your
neighbourhood.

Please share especially with relatives and friends not on social media, this #FraudAlert - Organisations, especially the Police will NEVER ask you to withdraw cash or to hand any over. Always check with your bank BEFORE taking or moving money - fraudsters are operating in our area

Sgt Main

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Burglary Alert Wrawby Road Brigg (Humberside Police)

Burglary Alert: Wrawby Road, Brigg

A burglary has been reported that took place between 14:40 and 15:40 hours on Friday 16th October 2020 at an address on Wrawby Road in Brigg North Lincolnshire.

Entry was gained by forcing a pane of glass on the ground floor at the. back of the property. If you have any information about this crime contact Humberside Police on telephone number 101 and quote investigation reference number 16/107562/20.

Alternatively you may wish to contact Crime Stoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

To help prevent becoming a victim of this type of crime yourself REMEMBER:
-Secure your gardens with a fence and lockable gate
-Fix lightweight trellis and spiky planting to the stop of fences to help prevent climbing
-Don't let bushes grow large enough to high burglary from view
-Don't leave tools or ladders in the garden that burglars could utilise
-Fit a dusk to dawn constant garden light and add a motion sensor to warn you of any intruders
-Keep your house and shed/garage doors locked using quality insurance graded locks
-Keep windows either locked shut or locked in a vented position
-Don't leave keys in locks or on display for a burglar to see and use
-Make your home appear occupied. use timer switches to turn on lights
-Don't leave valuables on view through windows, which may tempt a thief
-Look out for your neighbours property, if anyone appears suspicious in the area phone 101

Visit our Website for burglary prevention advice and register your property with Immobilise here.

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Community Safety News

Brigg & Wolds officers have recently supported a number of victims of Dating/Romance Fraud, this type of fraud appears to be on the increase in this area. Attached is some information in relation to Dating Fraud and how you can spot the signs and prevent yourself becoming a victim.

Kind regards

Brigg & Wolds NPT

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The Neighbourhood Team for Brigg and Wolds have received a report from a member of the public in the area regarding a scam relating to an email purporting to be from the DVLA requesting you update your personal and financial details on their system.The cyber criminals have made contact by email and used a phishing technique to try and obtain money from potential victims.Phishing is where Cyber criminals use fake messages as bait to lure you into clicking on the links within their scam email or text message, or to give away sensitive information (such as bank details).These messages may look like the real thing but are malicious. Once clicked, you may be sent to a non secure website which could download viruses onto your computer, or steal your passwords.The emails purported to be from the DVLA stating that they have found irregularities in your profile and request that you update your information to avoid termination of your motoring license. There are three main things that identify this email to be fraudulent:-Email Address: This is the strongest evidence that this email is fraudulent but it is not the most obvious. Whilst the display name of the sender shows as from Driver and Vehicle Agency the actual email address is very different. Make sure to check the contact details by selecting the display name and opening the contact details. This process will vary on what device you are using. ONLY CLICK THE DISPLAY NAME IN THE EMAIL HEADER AND NOT ANY LINKS WITHIN THE EMAIL ITSELF.-Premise: The DVLA do not require you to keep your payment details up to date and will not terminate your driving license for not doing so. If you have a direct debit for vehicle tax set up and switch accounts the direct debit is transferred with the Current Account Switch Guarantee. -Language: The email does not read as through it has been written by someone who fully understands the subject matter. It refers to a Driving license as a "motoring license" and the DVLA as the Driver and Vehicle Agency. The email does not appear to be written by someone who fully understands the English language. For example when it says "You'll be taken to fill up your payment details". Most people would say will in your payment details.If you have received an email which youâ€™re not quite sure about, forward it to the Suspicious Email Reporting Service (SERS): report@phishing.gov.ukYour report of a phishing email will help us to act quickly, protecting many more people from being affected.The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) will analyse the suspect email and any websites it links to. They'll use any additional information youâ€™ve provided to look for and monitor suspicious activity.If they discover activity that they believe is malicious, they may:-Seek to block the address the email came from, so it can no longer send emails-Work with hosting companies to remove links toâ€¯malicious websites-Raise awareness of commonly reported suspicious emails and methods used (via partners)Whilst the NCSC is unable to inform you of the outcome of its review, they can confirm that they do act upon every message received.

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Shed Burglary - East Parade in Brigg (Humberside Police)

A burglary has been reported in your neighbourhood

Humberside Police have received a report of a shed burglary on East Parade in Brigg. Unknown person(s) have entered the victims garden and proceeded to remove the hinges to the shed door, once inside a number of tools where stolen.

The incident is reported to have occurred overnight between the 2nd & 3rd October 2020.

Should you have any information which may help Humberside Police identify those responsible please contact us on 101 quoting crime number 16/102973/20 alternatively you can contact Crime Stoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Thank you

Brigg & Wolds NPT

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Vehicle Interference Barnetby (Humberside Police)

A crime has been reported in your neighbourhood

Humberside Police have received a report of a vehicle being interfered with on Hillside Crescent in Barnetby. The victims car was parked secure on the roadside when unknown person(s) have approached the car and removed an hubcap and loosened a wheel nut.

The incident is reported to have occurred between 20th & 27th September 2020.

If you have any information in relation to this incident which may help Humberside Police identify those responsible then please contact us on 101 quoting crime reference number 16/103194/20 alternatively you can contact crime stoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Thank you

Brigg & Wolds NPT

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What's Happening In Your Area?

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Western Avenue, Brigg Western Avenue in Brigg has been suffering reports of Anti-Social Behaviour in relation to children/teenager building a den/shelter in a nearby hedgerow. In building the den/shelter the children/teenagers have cut down or broken a number of branches, fires have been lit and rubbish is collecting in the area making the area unsightly. Objective Work with, and support the relevant partners to ensure a safe environment of all those attending the location. To provide public reassurance as well as reduce the opportunity for crime and disorder through the effective deployment of police resources. Work with partners, stakeholders and local communities to minimise disruption to the local communities. Maximise opportunities to secure information and intelligence in relation to any incident that is a policing matter. Maximise opportunities to secure evidence in relation to any potential offences whilst ensuring that the timing and scale of any police action or intervention mitigates the risk of problems escalating. Police Powers Section 34 Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014: Authority to use section 35 dispersal powers. Officers will need to request that a Police Inspector puts this authority in place in order for a Police Officer or Police Community Support Officer in Uniform to exclude a person from an area for a period up to 48 hours (some restrictions do apply). Drugs - Power to Stop and Search Persons and Vehicles: Section 23(2) of the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971: A Police Officer who has reasonable grounds for suspecting that any person is in possession of a control drug may search that person, any vehicle in which the officer suspects that the drug may be found. If any other criminal offence takes place the police will proportionately investigate the incident along with the victim's wishes. Update 12/10/2020 Local officers have attended and cleared the area of all the rubbish and items that were used to construct the shelter and deposited the items at the local recycling centre. The branches that had been broken have been placed into the clearing making the rebuilding of the encampment less likely. The area is now much cleaner and no longer an eyesore for those residents who live in the area. Local residents have been sent an alert via the My Community Alert system with a request for parents to be mindful of what their children are up to. Update 26/10/2020 The local team has not had any other issues reported to them regarding this at this time.
Horkstow Bridge During the warm weather there were a number of issues at the above location but now that we are getting colder temperatures another issue is vehicles being at this location. On the Horkstow side and Winterton side of the bridge are road signs which confirm that no vehicles can be driven past that location unless they have permission to do so. The local team will be within and will take positive action. Objectives :Work with, and support the relevant partners to ensure a safe environment of all those attending the location. :To provide public reassurance as well as reduce the opportunity for crime and disorder through the effective deployment of police resources. :Working with partners, stakeholders and local communities to minimise disruption to local communities. :Maximise opportunities to secure information and intelligence in relation to any incident that is a police matter. :Maximise opportunities to secure evidence in relation to any potential offences whilst ensuring that the timing and scale of any police action or intervention mitigates the risk of problems escalating Police Powers Section 34 Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014: Authority to use section 35 Dispersal Powers. Officers will need to request that a Police Inspector puts this authority in place in order for a Police Constable or Police Community Support Officer, in uniform to exclude a person from an area for a period up to 48 hours (some restrictions do apply) Using a Motor Vehicle in a Manner Causing Alarm, Distress or Annoyance: Section 59 and 60 of the Police reform Act 2002, Police (retention and disposal of motor vehicles). A Police Constable or Police Community Support Officer in uniform can issue a warning to the driver as well as the vehicle in question which will last for 12 months. If the driver or vehicle commits an offence under section 3 Road Traffic Act 1988 (careless and inconsiderate driving) and/or Section 34 (prohibition of off-road driving) for a second time then the vehicle that is being used will be seized by police. At the same time a fine can be issued to the driver. The power to seize a motor vehicle (No Driving Licence/Uninsured): Section 165A of the Road Traffic Act 1988: A Police Officer in uniform may seize any motor vehicle if the officer has reasonable grounds for believing that the vehicle is or was being driven by a person who doesn't hold a valid licence for that class of vehicle or is uninsured for use by that person. All persons using a motor vehicle on a road or other public place must have insurance and a driver's licence. The police can also issue a fine for either of the above offences taking place. Issuing a Endorsable Ticket Update 12/10/2020 Neighbourhood Officer PC GRANT is currently liaising with North Lincs Council awaiting a decision on what physical measures will be put in place to deter further issues in the warmer months of 2021. Pc GRANT has also reported a number of drivers for contravening the local traffic order that is now in place for Bridge Lane and Holmes Lane.
Hare Coursing & Night Time Poaching From September to April rural communities see an increase in Hare Coursing & Night Time Poaching offences. Brigg & Wolds is a large rural area, Brown Hare and various Deer species are common in this area which attracts those persons interested in illegal hunting. Objective Operation Galileo is the Humberside Police response to Hare Coursing & Night Time Poaching. Conduct dedicated High Visibility Patrols in marked police vehicles at varying times of the day and night. Working with Farmers and Game Keepers offering reassurance and obtaining intelligence. Be accessible, use technology, communication is key to being in the right place at the right time. Maximise the opportunity to capture evidence to bring the offenders to justice. Work with partners to protect those Farmers most vulnerable and most targetted. Police Powers Section 1 of the Deer Act The Hunting Act 2004 Section 30 Game Act 1831 Section 1 of the Night Poaching Act 1828 and the Night Poaching Act 1844 Community Protection Warning & Community Protection Notice - Section 43 Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014 Dispersal Notice - S34 Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014

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Western Avenue, Brigg

Western Avenue in Brigg has been suffering reports of Anti-Social Behaviour in relation to children/teenager building a den/shelter in a nearby hedgerow. In building the den/shelter the children/teenagers have cut down or broken a number of branches, fires have been lit and rubbish is collecting in the area making the area unsightly.

Objective

Work with, and support the relevant partners to ensure a safe environment of all those attending the location.
To provide public reassurance as well as reduce the opportunity for crime and disorder through the effective deployment of police resources.
Work with partners, stakeholders and local communities to minimise disruption to the local communities.
Maximise opportunities to secure information and intelligence in relation to any incident that is a policing matter.
Maximise opportunities to secure evidence in relation to any potential offences whilst ensuring that the timing and scale of any police action or intervention mitigates the risk of problems escalating.

Police Powers

Section 34 Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014: Authority to use section 35 dispersal powers. Officers will need to request that a Police Inspector puts this authority in place in order for a Police Officer or Police Community Support Officer in Uniform to exclude a person from an area for a period up to 48 hours (some restrictions do apply).
Drugs - Power to Stop and Search Persons and Vehicles: Section 23(2) of the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971: A Police Officer who has reasonable grounds for suspecting that any person is in possession of a control drug may search that person, any vehicle in which the officer suspects that the drug may be found.

If any other criminal offence takes place the police will proportionately investigate the incident along with the victim's wishes.

Update 12/10/2020

Local officers have attended and cleared the area of all the rubbish and items that were used to construct the shelter and deposited the items at the local recycling centre. The branches that had been broken have been placed into the clearing making the rebuilding of the encampment less likely. The area is now much cleaner and no longer an eyesore for those residents who live in the area. Local residents have been sent an alert via the My Community Alert system with a request for parents to be mindful of what their children are up to.

Update 26/10/2020

The local team has not had any other issues reported to them regarding this at this time.

Horkstow Bridge

During the warm weather there were a number of issues at the above location but now that we are getting colder temperatures another issue is vehicles being at this location. On the Horkstow side and Winterton side of the bridge are road signs which confirm that no vehicles can be driven past that location unless they have permission to do so. The local team will be within and will take positive action.

Objectives

:Work with, and support the relevant partners to ensure a safe environment of all those attending the location.
:To provide public reassurance as well as reduce the opportunity for crime and disorder through the effective deployment of police resources.
:Working with partners, stakeholders and local communities to minimise disruption to local communities.
:Maximise opportunities to secure information and intelligence in relation to any incident that is a police matter.
:Maximise opportunities to secure evidence in relation to any potential offences whilst ensuring that the timing and scale of any police action or intervention mitigates the risk of problems escalating

Police Powers

Section 34 Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014: Authority to use section 35 Dispersal Powers. Officers will need to request that a Police Inspector puts this authority in place in order for a Police Constable or Police Community Support Officer, in uniform to exclude a person from an area for a period up to 48 hours (some restrictions do apply)

Using a Motor Vehicle in a Manner Causing Alarm, Distress or Annoyance: Section 59 and 60 of the Police reform Act 2002, Police (retention and disposal of motor vehicles). A Police Constable or Police Community Support Officer in uniform can issue a warning to the driver as well as the vehicle in question which will last for 12 months. If the driver or vehicle commits an offence under section 3 Road Traffic Act 1988 (careless and inconsiderate driving) and/or Section 34 (prohibition of off-road driving) for a second time then the vehicle that is being used will be seized by police. At the same time a fine can be issued to the driver.

The power to seize a motor vehicle (No Driving Licence/Uninsured): Section 165A of the Road Traffic Act 1988: A Police Officer in uniform may seize any motor vehicle if the officer has reasonable grounds for believing that the vehicle is or was being driven by a person who doesn't hold a valid licence for that class of vehicle or is uninsured for use by that person. All persons using a motor vehicle on a road or other public place must have insurance and a driver's licence. The police can also issue a fine for either of the above offences taking place.

Issuing a Endorsable Ticket

Update 12/10/2020

Neighbourhood Officer PC GRANT is currently liaising with North Lincs Council awaiting a decision on what physical measures will be put in place to deter further issues in the warmer months of 2021. Pc GRANT has also reported a number of drivers for contravening the local traffic order that is now in place for Bridge Lane and Holmes Lane.

Hare Coursing & Night Time Poaching

From September to April rural communities see an increase in Hare Coursing & Night Time Poaching offences. Brigg & Wolds is a large rural area, Brown Hare and various Deer species are common in this area which attracts those persons interested in illegal hunting.

Objective

Operation Galileo is the Humberside Police response to Hare Coursing & Night Time Poaching.

Conduct dedicated High Visibility Patrols in marked police vehicles at varying times of the day and night.
Working with Farmers and Game Keepers offering reassurance and obtaining intelligence.
Be accessible, use technology, communication is key to being in the right place at the right time.
Maximise the opportunity to capture evidence to bring the offenders to justice.
Work with partners to protect those Farmers most vulnerable and most targetted.

Police Powers

Section 1 of the Deer Act
The Hunting Act 2004
Section 30 Game Act 1831
Section 1 of the Night Poaching Act 1828 and the Night Poaching Act 1844
Community Protection Warning & Community Protection Notice - Section 43 Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014
Dispersal Notice - S34 Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014

Last Updated 26 Oct 2020

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Where We Are Over The Next 6 Months

Date	Location	Activity
Thursday 29 Oct, 5:00pm – 6:00pm	Brigg Police Station - DN20 8AT	Brigg & Wolds Police Surgery
Thursday 19 Nov, 6:00pm – 7:00pm	Brigg Police Station	Police Surgery
Thursday 10 Dec, 5:00pm – 6:00pm	Brigg Police Station - DN20 8AT	Brigg & Wolds Police Surgery
Tuesday 15 Dec, 7:00pm – 8:00pm	Brigg Police Station	Police Surgery

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Fraudsters are working in our area (Humberside Police)

Burglary Alert Wrawby Road Brigg (Humberside Police)

Dating Fraud (Humberside Police)

DVLA Phishing Scam (Humberside Police)

Shed Burglary - East Parade in Brigg (Humberside Police)

Vehicle Interference Barnetby (Humberside Police)

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Fraudsters are working in our area (Humberside Police)

Burglary Alert Wrawby Road Brigg (Humberside Police)

Dating Fraud (Humberside Police)

DVLA Phishing Scam (Humberside Police)

Shed Burglary - East Parade in Brigg (Humberside Police)

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