Sidney Sussex

Insp. Neil Pattison

Sgt 0734 Dan Healey

Sgt 1693 William Harrison

Sgt 2386 Catherine Chalmers

PC 1772 Gary Portlock

PCSO 7624 Hannah Foote

PCSO 7723 Jordan Warrillow

PCSO 7746 Simon Roberts

PCSO 7812 Abigail Chambers

Community Alerts

FIFA World Cup 2018 Ticket Alert (Action Fraud (NFIB))

The 2018 FIFA World Cup will take place from 14th June – 15th July 2018. The worldwide demand for match tickets is expected to be significant. Action Fraud have been alerted to several websites which are offering World Cup Tickets for sale, some at highly inflated prices. A FIFA spokesperson said:

“FIFA regards the illicit sale and distribution of tickets as a very serious issue and it has been reminding all football fans that FIFA.com/tickets is the only official and legitimate website on which to buy 2018 FIFA World Cup tickets.”

“FIFA has received various complaints and enquiries by customers of non-authorised ticket sales platforms, and has consistently confirmed that these companies cannot guarantee access to the stadiums as the respective tickets may be cancelled. Insofar customers are at risk of investing a high amount of money (also for travelling and accommodation) without having the certainty to actually be able to attend the matches.”

FIFA have also warned that “any tickets obtained from any other source, such as ticket brokers, internet auctions or unofficial ticket exchange platforms, will be automatically rendered void and invalid”.

Action Fraud received over six hundred reports and intelligence submissions in relation to the previous World Cup so it’s vital that football fans exercise caution when considering a purchase or making a transaction.

Protect yourself:

• Don’t take the risk. Tickets for the World Cup 2018 can only be purchased directly from FIFA. For more information, please visit www.FIFA.com/tickets.

• A FAN ID is required for fans to be able to enter the 2018 FIFA World Cup stadiums. Exercise caution if using a third party to obtain your FAN ID for you. You may be charged inflated costs for the service and your personal details may be compromised. For more information, please visit www.fan-id.ru.

• Visit the Take Five website for the latest guidance on how to avoid becoming a victim of fraud.

• For useful advice and information on the World Cup please visit the Government Guidance Pages; www.gov.uk/guidance/be-on-the-ball-world-cup-2018

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national Rural Crime Survey (Angling Trust)

www.nationalruralcrimenetwork.net/research/internal/2018survey/

Please take the time to fully complete this survey .
Thanks

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Arson reported Grimsby Road Cleethorpes (Humberside Police)

An arson has been reported in your
neighbourhood.

We are investigating a case of Arson. If you saw or heard anything suspicious, or have any information about the below incident please call 101, quoting the log number provided.

Alternatively you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111, or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org

If you see anyone acting suspiciously call us as soon as possible on 101 or in an emergency 999.

Log Number: 558 15/04/18

Location: Grimsby Road, Cleethorpes

Date and time: 7.50 pm 15/04/18

Details: We are investigating a report of arson where the contents of a wheelie bin have been set alight. No significant damage was caused nor was anybody injured.

If anyone noticed anything suspicious on Grimsby Road (close to the junction with Manchester Street) around this time would you please contact us.

These type of offences aren't common but do happen and I'd advise that you be aware of accumulations of flammable materials close to buildings and also, where possible, to keep wheelie bins out of public reach,

Kind regards,

PC Gary Portlock

Visit Humberside Fire & Rescue website to learn how to reduce the risk of arson. Follow us on

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Hainton Heneage Communities Together Day (Humberside Police)

Good News!

Your Community Policing Team will be hosting a Community Event this coming Wednesday.
Come down and say hello and tell us what is happening in our neighbourhood.

Hainton Heneage Communities Together Day

Wednesday 18th April 2018

Old Clee Church Hall, Church Street, Grimsby, DN32 8NB. Our staff are hosting a community drop in event at the Church Hall with guests from North East Lincolnshire Council.
Our local officers will be there from 10:00 to 15:00 and the Council will be present 11:00 to 12:00. Pop in for any advice you require!

Your local councillors will also be present at times during the day.

Lidl, Ladysmith Road, Grimsby, DN32 9SW. We will have our mobile office parked outside of Lidl from 11:00 till 13:00, this will be staffed for any advice you require.

Weelsby Woods, Weelsby Road, Grimsby, DN32 8PW. We will have our mobile office parked in Weelsby Woods from 14:00 till 16:00, this will be staffed for any advice you require.

King George V Stadium, Weelsby Road, Grimsby, DN32 9RU. Our local team will be hosting a sports event for younger children.
We have Young Persons Support Services attending as well and will be assisting with this.
This will be from 16:00 until 18:00.
All children are welcomed!

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Dear All,

I'm the Community Beat Manager for the Sidney Sussex ward.

Welcome to My Community Alert and thank you for signing up. This system is designed to allow us to share information much more quickly and efficiently than has been possible in the past.

I'll be posting regular alerts as and when relevant and you'll be able to reply directly to those alerts. This isn't an alternative to the 101 number which should still be used to report incidents to the Police.

On 11th April there was a theft from motor vehicle on May Street, Cleethorpes. Property was stolen from inside. This is a timely reminder not to leave valuables on view. Cars are harder to steal nowadays but windows are still easy to smash!

There is a lot of crime prevention advice on this site which is well worth spending time browsing.

Finally, can I ask that you mention My Community Alert to your friends and neighbours. The larger this community gets the more powerful it will become,

Kind Regards,

PC 1772 Gary Portlock,
Communities Beat Manager,
Sidney Sussex (AC3),
Hamilton Street Police Station,
Grimsby.

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Sir or madam Firstly thank you for registering for Community Alert.I have been made aware of persons attending the Catherine Street/ Hainton Avenue of the ward at all times of the day and possibly dealing substances from vehicles.What I am asking from you all is information, would you be able to provide details of cars used, names and descriptions of persons involved, times, dates and exact locations of the offences.The more information we receive the more we can target the persons responsible.Kind Regards

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Off Road Motorbikes and the Law (Humberside Police)

Community Safety News

Off Road Motorbikes, Anti Social Behaviour and the Law.
Recently there has been an increase in the use of Off Road Motorbikes within the ward, predominately within Weelsby Woods and the surrounding area.
In law, off road motorbikes are regarded as motor vehicles which must be constructed in order to be used on the public highway. Most off road motorbikes do not meet this standard.

You can only ride an off road motorbike legally if it is on private land and you have the land owners permission. Land owned by the local council is not classed as private land.

Police can take action in relation to this be virtue of legislation within the Police Reform Act 2002 and you may have your motorbike seized by Police.

Anybody who has any information about the use of off road motorbikes, please contact us or alternatively you can contact Crimestoppers.

Alternatively you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111, or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org

If you see anyone acting suspiciously call us as soon as possible on 101 or in an emergency 999.

Details:

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Fraudulent Cryptocurrency Investments and Fake Endorsements (Action Fraud (NFIB))

Fraudulent websites alleging to offer cryptocurrency investments are dishonestly using the image of Martin Lewis, the founder and editor for moneysavingexpert.com, as an endorsement for their companies.

The adverts using Martin Lewis to promote illicit schemes can be found on social media and other websites. Clicking on the advert takes you to the full article where Martin Lewis image is presented along with fake quotes recommending investments in bitcoin and other digital currencies with the fraudulent “company”. Alternatively clicking on the advert will take you to a page where you are required to input your contact details, the suspect company then phones you and encourages you to invest.

Martin Lewis has published a warning to the public saying “I don’t do adverts. If you ever see one with my face or name on it, it is without my permission, and usually a scam”. The full article can be found here; blog.moneysavingexpert.com/2018/03/13/martin-lewis-spread-word-dont-believe-scam-bitcoin-code-bitcoin-trading-ads/?_.

Similarly these fraudulent websites are also misusing images and fabricating recommendations from the investors on Dragons Den. These adverts also claim the investors on the panel trade in cryptocurrencies using their services to try and legitimise their company.

What you need to do

Don’t assume it’s authentic: Professional-looking websites, adverts or social media posts don’t indicate that an investment opportunity is genuine. Criminals can exploit the names of well-known brands or individuals to make their scams appear legitimate.
Don’t be rushed or pressured into making a decision: A genuine bank or financial organisation won’t force you to make a financial transaction on the spot. Always be wary if you’re pressured to invest quickly or promised returns that sound too good to be true.
Stay in control: Avoid unsolicited investment offers, especially those over cold calls. If you’re thinking about making an investment, get impartial advice from an independent financial adviser – never use an adviser from the company that contacted you, as this may be part of the scam.
Visit Take Five (takefive-stopfraud.org.uk/advice/) and Cyber Aware (cyberaware.gov.uk) for more information about how to protect yourself online.

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Does Facebooks BFF prove your account is secure? NO (Humberside Police)

Crime Prevention Advice

There is a rumour circulating on Facebook that if you type BFF in comments, and it shows up in green, then it means your Facebook account is secure.

THIS IS A HOAX!

Although it is true that Facebook comments including the word “BFF” in green are among known animations, its appearance (or lack thereof) is not related to account security in any way. A missing green “BFF” does not indicate anyone’s account was compromised ay any point, and instead most likely relates to browser settings

This article explains:
www.snopes.com/fact-check/does-facebooks-bff-prove-account-secure/

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Residents in the area of Cope street, Victor Street, Weelsby Street, Orchard drive are requested to check their CCTV for Saturday 07/04/18 between 14:00 and 15:00 if anything Sir or madam of note is captured please call police on 101 ref Log 307 07/04/18

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Crime Prevention Advice (Humberside Police)

Crime Prevention Advice

We have recently had a spate of dwelling burglaries in the Croft Baker ward area, to protect your property and help us return it to you if you are unfortunate enough to be a victim of crime, follow this advice from your Neighbourhood Policing Team:

*Do not hide spare keys in your garden for family members to use, leave them with someone you trust. Burglars know where to look.
*Take all house and car keys with you when you go to bed, burglars will use your car to take your belongings away with them.
*Keep all doors and windows locked, even when you are in the house. Sneak in burglaries happen day and night.
*Fit good quality locks to doors and windows.
*Change locks when you move into a new home, you never know who has spare keys to your property.
*Use timers to operate lights & radios to make your home appear occupied. When you are out of on holiday.
*Instal a good quality burglar alarm and consider installing a CCTV system.
*Join Neighbourhood Watch.
*Register your belongings on the FREE property database Immobilise.com, ALL types of property can be registered. If police find stolen property we can reunite it with the owner. (see attached PDF file)

Report any suspicious activity in your area to the police by dialling 101 for non emergency and 999 in an emergency.

Alternatively you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111, or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org

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Increased Police Activity In Your Area (Humberside Police)

Sir or madam You may have noticed increased Police activity within your area this evening. Armed Police Officers are conducting enquiries. This message is to provide reassurance to the Community at this time,that extensive enquiries are in relation to log 307 of 07/04/2018.If you saw or heard anything, or have any information about the above incident please call 101, quoting the log number provided.Alternatively you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111, or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org

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Magazine Advertise Debt Alert (Action Fraud (NFIB))

Victims receive a telephone call from someone purporting to be a bailiff enforcing a court judgement, attempting to recover funds for a non-existent debt. The fraudsters state the debt originates from the victim not paying a magazine advertisement subscription.

A variety of magazine names and publishers are being used by the fraudsters, who also commonly use the names of certified Bailiff Enforcement Agents such “Scott Davis”, “Stephen King” and “Mark Taylor”. These are names of certified Bailiff Enforcement Agents employed by debt enforcement companies.

The fraudsters request that the debt be repaid by bank transfer. If the victim refuses, they threaten to visit the victim’s home or place of work to recover the debt that is owed.

Once the money has been transferred, victims are not provided with receipt details of the payment or contact details. Later when victims make enquiries, they’ll discover that the debt did not exist, and often that no advertisement was placed.

This type of fraud is nationwide. Since 2017, there have been 52 Action Fraud Reports relating to this fraud. From the reports received, there are a range of different businesses and individuals being targeted.

Protection Advice:

1. Listen to your instinct: just because someone knows your basic details, such as your name and address, it doesn’t mean they are genuine.

2. Stay in control: always question cold callers: always contact the companies directly using a known email or phone number.

3. Don’t be rushed or pressured into making a decision: a legitimate company will be prepared to wait whilst you verify information.

If you have been affected by this, or any other type of fraud, report it to Action Fraud by visiting www.actionfraud.police.uk or by calling 0300 123 2040.

Visit Take Five (takefive-stopfraud.org.uk/advice/) and Cyber Aware (cyberaware.gov.uk) for more information about how to protect yourself online.

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Online Marketplace Fraud Advice For Sellers (Action Fraud (NFIB))

Action Fraud has received several reports indicating that sellers of items on online marketplace websites are falling victim to fraud by bogus buyers. Typically, the bogus buyers contact the seller wanting to purchase the item for sale and advise they will be sending the requested amount via PayPal or other electronic payment method. The seller then receives a fake, but official looking email stating they have been paid more than the asking price and to send the difference back to the buyer’s bank account. In reality, no money has ever been sent to the seller; the bogus buyer has spoofed an email and purported to be an online payment company. All contact is then severed with the seller.

It is important to remember that selling anything could make you a target to these fraudsters however the NFIB has identified that those offering sofas, large furniture and homeware are particularly vulnerable.

Protection Advice

• Don’t assume an email or phone call is authentic. Remember criminals can imitate any email address. Stay in control. Always use a trusted payment method online, such as Paypal, and have the confidence to refuse unusual requests for payment like bank transfers.

• Don’t be rushed or pressured into making a decision. Always verify that you have received payment from the buyer before completing a sale.

• Listen to your instincts. Criminals will try and make unusual behaviour, like overpaying, seem like a genuine mistake.

Visit Take Five (takefive-stopfraud.org.uk/advice/) and Cyber Aware (cyberaware.gov.uk) for more information about how to protect yourself online.

If you have been affected by this, or any other type of fraud, report it to Action Fraud by visiting www.actionfraud.police.uk or by calling 0300 123 2040.

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Suspicious circumstances reported in your area

There continue to be reports of rogue trader incidents across North and North East Lincolnshire – where persons posing as legitimate tradesmen (often wearing clothing with a company logo on and a liveried van) attend properties unannounced and uninvited and offer to carry out work on driveways, gardens and roofs and/or general handyman type jobs. Where the homeowner agrees to the work being carried out, a price is agreed but that price often rises when the work is completed due to ‘unforeseen circumstances’ and the homeowner can be intimidated into paying an extortionate amount for work which is rarely up to standard.

Rogue trading is not a civil matter, the perpetrators are committing unlawful acts and can be prosecuted. However prevention is always better than detection so please spread the word that police advice is never to agree to any work being carried out by any ‘tradesman’ who has turned up uninvited.

There is no specific area that is being targeted but with the warmer weather on its way, there is likely to be an increase in this type of offence and we can all play a part in reducing the number of victims.

Be alert, but not alarmed by following these steps:

ü Do not allow anyone you don’t know (especially those who attend unexpectedly or uninvited) into your house regardless of how genuine they seem.
ü Never agree to work being carried out at your property to a tradesman who has turned up uninvited.
ü Fit a chain to your door so you can check who is there without fully opening the door.
ü Report suspicious activity to the police on 101 – persons or vehicles who look out of place in your community or whom you have seen knocking on several doors, for instance.
ü Having been approached by a rogue trader and having declined their offer, if the person refuses to leave and becomes aggressive and intimidating, call 999.
ü If descriptions of persons involved and/or vehicle details can be obtained and provided to police that would be ideal but never put yourself at risk in trying to obtain information.
ü When you visit your family, friends and neighbours talk to them about this message, especially those who might be vulnerable. You can use the share button at the bottom of this message for those with social media.

If you have any information about those responsible for this type of crime and want to remain anonymous you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111, or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org

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9 Mar 2018

Elderly lady robbed

Cleethorpes: Did you see anything?

We’re hunting for two men who robbed an elderly woman in Cleethorpes as she made her way to work this morning.

The incident happened at 5.10am in Grant Street, close to the junction with Princess Road, when the men pushed the 70-year-old woman to the floor and stole her bag.

She suffered a minor injury to her wrist and was left very shaken.

8 Mar 2018

Cafe owner assaulted

Cleethorpes: Did you see anything?

Can you assist us with our investigation into an attack on a Cleethorpes café owner and his partner on Monday evening?

The men both suffered minor injuries in the incident, after an altercation with a group of up to 15 teenaged boys and girls outside a cafe on The Promenade at around 8.20pm on Monday, March 5. Tables and chairs were also damaged.

8 Jan 2018

Sweets stolen from car

Grimsby: Don't be a partner in crime

Get 2018 off to a great start by making your New Year’s resolution not to be a partner in crime!

That’s our appeal to you today, following a spike in the number of vehicles being broken into in North East Lincolnshire by thieves who have spotted easy pickings left on display.

23 Feb 2017

Four arrested after assault

Cleethorpes: Investigation continues into incident in Brereton Avenue

Three men remain in custody this morning on suspicion of assaulting a 21-year-old man, in Brereton Avenue, Cleethorpes, yesterday evening.

We were called at 6pm yesterday (Wednesday, February 22), following reports of a youth being assaulted in the area. It later emerged the injured man was in fact 21-years-old.

4 Jan 2017

Make the resolution to keep your bike safe

Humberside: Bicycles remain a popular present so please ensure you keep yours safe and register it on-line

We are urging cycle owners to make cycle security and registration their New Year’s resolution.

Bikes are always popular presents - from that memorable first bike to the latest top-spec machine for an enthusiastic amateur.

30 Dec 2016

Register your Christmas gifts on Immobilise

Humberside: Please help us tackle the stolen goods market

We are urging people to get any new gifts they have bought or receive over Christmas registered free with the property logging website www.Immobilise.com.

Doing so will mean your valuables are more likely to be returned if lost or stolen, as well as potentially catching a criminal in possession of stolen goods.

26 Oct 2016

Sign up for Lifestyle 2016

Humberside: Lifestyle 2016 launched at Princes Quay on Saturday

Humberside Police’s Lifestyle project -which has inspired over 160,000 young people to make a difference in their community since 1989 - launched at Princes Quay on Saturday 7 May and teams are now being urged to register at www.humberside.police.uk/lifestyle.

3 Oct 2016

Attacks on cash machines

Grimsby: Did you see anything suspicious?

Officers have launched an investigation after would be thieves attacked two Grimsby cash machines.

The first incident happened at Lloyds TSB, Durban Road, Grimsby, between 1.45am and 2am on Wednesday, September 28.

5 Sep 2016

Man injured at bar

Cleethorpes: Did you see what happened?

Independent witnesses are being sought after a man suffered facial injuries after being ejected from a Cleethorpes bar.

The incident happened at around 1.25am on Sunday, September 4, at The Bobbin, High Street.

The 33-year-old was taken to Grimsby’s Diana, Princess of Wales Hospital and later transferred to Hull Royal Infirmary for treatment. He has since been discharged.

11 Aug 2016

Items stolen in break in

Cleethorpes: Appeal for witnesses

Have you been offered these items for sale?

The hand-built gents mountain bike, a selection of Nike golf clubs and associated equipment were stolen after thieves broke into a garage in Highgate, Cleethorpes.

The incident is said to have happened between 5pm on Wednesday, July 13 and 11.50am the following day.

Key Information

The ward covered by the Sidney Sussex Policing Team incorporates an urban area which benefits from recreational resources including Sidney Park, Sussex Recreation Ground and the North Promenade.

The team host a drop in centre between 9am and 11 am on the last day of every month which is held at the Pavilion, Sussex Recreation ground. Other Community groups also hold events which are regularly attended by members of the team.

We are out and about and there will be many opportunities for you to speak to members of your Policing Team. What you tell us will help us to manage priorities and focus our resources where they will be of most benefit to the Community.

We work with other agencies in order to provide the best possible results and need your feedback, good or bad, to help us achieve our aims.

How to get in touch

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Neighbourhood Watch

North East Lincolnshire Neighbourhood Watch Network

Priorities

Last Updated 21 Nov 2017

Priority	Start Date	Details
1	21 Nov 2017	There has been an increase in anti social behaviour around the Sidney Street area of Sidney Sussex. The Policing team are aware of this and working towards providing solutions for residents.
2	21 Nov 2017	Members of the community have reported issues with groups of youths being disorderly in the area around the Corpus Christi Church and Pelham Road, Cleethorpes. The Policing team area aware and will be working to reduce the issues. We are also working with British Transport police with regard to youths causing issues around the Cleethorpes railway station.
3	21 Nov 2017	There have been reports of acquisitive crime in the Sidney Sussex area which include dwelling burglaries. Officers from the Community Policing team and response teams are aware and are working to prevent further offences.

Priority

Start Date

Details

21 Nov 2017

There has been an increase in anti social behaviour around the Sidney Street area of Sidney Sussex. The Policing team are aware of this and working towards providing solutions for residents.

21 Nov 2017

Members of the community have reported issues with groups of youths being disorderly in the area around the Corpus Christi Church and Pelham Road, Cleethorpes. The Policing team area aware and will be working to reduce the issues.

We are also working with British Transport police with regard to youths causing issues around the Cleethorpes railway station.

21 Nov 2017

There have been reports of acquisitive crime in the Sidney Sussex area which include dwelling burglaries. Officers from the Community Policing team and response teams are aware and are working to prevent further offences.

Humberside Police

Sidney Sussex

Community Alerts

FIFA World Cup 2018 Ticket Alert (Action Fraud (NFIB))

national Rural Crime Survey (Angling Trust)

Arson reported Grimsby Road Cleethorpes (Humberside Police)

Hainton Heneage Communities Together Day (Humberside Police)

Welcome (Humberside Police)

Information Request (Humberside Police)

Off Road Motorbikes and the Law (Humberside Police)

Fraudulent Cryptocurrency Investments and Fake Endorsements (Action Fraud (NFIB))

Does Facebooks BFF prove your account is secure? NO (Humberside Police)

CCTV REQUEST (Humberside Police)

Crime Prevention Advice (Humberside Police)

Increased Police Activity In Your Area (Humberside Police)

Magazine Advertise Debt Alert (Action Fraud (NFIB))

Online Marketplace Fraud Advice For Sellers (Action Fraud (NFIB))

Rogue Traders (Humberside Police)

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News From This Area

Elderly lady robbed

Cafe owner assaulted

Sweets stolen from car

Four arrested after assault

Make the resolution to keep your bike safe

Register your Christmas gifts on Immobilise

Sign up for Lifestyle 2016

Attacks on cash machines

Man injured at bar

Items stolen in break in

Key Information

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