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WITHERNSEA

Community Officers along with our colleagues from the Humberside Fire & Rescue Service, residents and members of the Millennium Green Charity conducted a site visit to the Withernsea Rail Trail due to the reports of arson in the area of the old rail way line and surrounding fields.

The fires range from small patches of burnt grass to the large area as pictured and very worryingly, very near the electric pole.

Arson Alert signs will soon be placed on entrances advising residents how they can report those responsible and police will be conducting more patrols in the area.

The track is well used by dog walkers, families and is a great area for wildlife, Arson is a crime and not only does it put people in danger it is also destroys the wildlife habitat .
 
Be alert for arson - text line can provide vital information

The Arson Alert number is 07940 737141





 
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A crime has been reported in your area

sometime between 13th and 20th April 2021 a bird cracker scaring gun with gas cannister and a battery pack were stolen from a field west of Hollym Road, Withernsea near to the disused railway line.

If you know anything regarding this theft, please call the Police on 101 with investigation number 16/42393/21

Rural Watch, Farm Watch - please check your security & report suspicious activity on 101






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Volunteer Police Cadet Scheme

Do you know someone aged 15 or 16
Do you someone who wants the opportunity to find out more about operational policing? How about learning transferable skills to help them in the future? Maybe they’d like the chance to get to know other young people interested in helping to shape the future of policing?

If you think that sounds like someone you know they may want to join the Volunteer Police Cadet Scheme with Humberside Police.

The Volunteer Police Cadets is a national uniformed youth organisation and is based in 6 locations around the Humberside Policing area (Grimsby, Hull, Bridlington, Goole, Beverley and Scunthorpe).

Each year applications are open to young people aged 15 & 16 years old who would like to join the wider policing family, learn more about the role the police play in our communities and help us give young people a voice.

To be a Volunteer Police Cadet you must be enthusiastic, dedicated and willing to commit to 2 hours a week (in term time only) to take part in training, learning more about policing and our partner agencies. You will also volunteer at least 3 hours a month to working alongside our full time colleagues and those in our communities.

There is no need for formal qualifications and a uniform will be provided to successful applicants. All applications will be subject to vetting procedures.

Becoming a Volunteer Police Cadet we will provide you will the opportunity to learn new skills, develop positive relationships with our partner agencies and local communities, whilst being an ambassador for Humberside Police.

Humberside Police Cadets have completed first aid courses, taken part in team building challenges and learnt all about different areas of policing from Crime Scene Investigation to Riot Training to understanding how to support the most vulnerable people in our communities.

We recognise that young people have an important part to play within their local community and the future of the police service. We are therefore committed to engaging with young people all over our force to make sure they have the opportunity to lead rewarding and productive lives.

Through the Volunteer Police Cadets we work to let the voices of young people in our communities be heard, helping to shape not only their futures but also our own.

The Volunteer Police Cadet Scheme works with young people from the ages of 15–19 to help give them an understanding of policing, you can find out more here.

The application window will close on the 30th April.

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A vehicle crime has been reported in your neighbourhood

sometime between 3am on 4th April and 5am 5th April 2021, intruder(s) had cut the padlock to a domestic garage on Queen Street (South) and stole a 02 plate silver BMW 1130cc motorbike from inside.

If you know the whereabouts of this motorbike, please call the police on 101 with investigation number 16/40725/21

Alternately if you know who is responsible or have information of the theft please call CRIMESTOPPERS UK on 0800 555 111





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Catalytic Converter theft


Did you know a thief can take the catalytic converter from your car in a matter of minutes and leave you to foot the bill?

Precious metals such as rhodium, platinum and palladium are used in catalytic converters. The price of some of these metals has risen sharply in recent years and as a result has led to an increase in the theft of catalytic convertors.

Cars that are most often targeted are hybrid vehicles, as these vehicles have two power sources, so the catalytic converter is used less frequently. The metals are less likely to corrode, meaning they are worth more and therefore more attractive to thieves.

Hybrid cars, Vans and SUV’s are particularly at risk, as the ride height makes access to the exhaust system beneath them easier.
 
To reduce the risk of having your catalytic converter stolen, you should:
 
Park your car in a locked garage where possible, but if this isn’t an option, then park it in a well-lit and well-populated area

Park close to fences, walls or a kerb with the exhaust being closest to the fence, wall or kerb to make the theft more difficult

Avoid parking your vehicle half on the pavement and half on the road, as this may make it easier for thieves to access the catalytic converter

If there is a fleet of vehicles, park the low clearance vehicles to block the high clearance vehicles. This will obstruct access underneath

If parking in a public car park, consider parking alongside other cars and facing you bonnet towards the wall if possible. With the catalytic converter positioned at the front of your vehicle, this will make it harder for thieves to get close enough to steal it

For thefts occurring on driveways, consider the use of a Secured by Design (SBD) approved driveway alarm and sensor. This may assist in alerting you of a potential intruder entering your driveway or garden
If your catalytic converter is bolted on, you can ask for your local garage to weld the bolts to make it more difficult to remove.

Alternatively, you can mark your catalytic converter. Please ensure any property marking is Secured by Design (SBD) approved

You can even purchase a ‘cage clamp’ which is a cage device that locks in around the converter to make it more difficult to remove. Toyota are offering a 'Catloc' for the Prius (3rd generation, 2009-2011 models) and Auris (2nd generation, 2012-2018 models). Please contact your Toyota dealership for more information

Speak to your dealership about the possibility of installing a Thatcham approved alarm and tilt sensor that will activate the alarm should any thief try to jack the vehicle up to steal the converter  
 
If you see someone acting suspiciously under a vehicle, report it to the Police. Obtain as much information as possible, including any vehicle registrations




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A vehicle crime has been reported in your neighbourhood

sometime between 1am Saturday 10th April and 6:45am Monday 12th April , thieves had forced entry into a MERCEDES Sprinter Minibus that was parked up securely in a car park on Victoria Avenue, Withernsea.

The vehicle's full exhaust system along with the air filter and catalytic converter was stolen.

If you witnessed anything suspicious in the area during these times or have captured any footage of the incident on CCTV/ vehicle DASHCAM, or know the whereabouts of the vehicle parts; please call the Police on 101 with investigation number 16/39780/21





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