Retail Crime – South West Holderness  
Historically we have seen a spike in this area of crime at this time of the year. Hedon specifically has seen a rise in shop thefts and the team will be patrolling the town centre as part of OPERATION YULETIDE which is our annually proactive patrolling of the retail hot spot areas. As part of shop watch officer’s work with businesses to reduce opportunities for criminals to commit thefts. 

Larger Commercial businesses have also been targeted. I would ask that if any of you see anything suspicious and I include vehicle details in this please let us know. Hedon in particular has many small retail outlets and crime at anytime of the year is financially and emotionally impactive, even more so at Christmas. The Holderness region has some of the most reductive crime prevention tools such as CCTV pleases be assured that with partnership help we will catch these offenders. Any intelligence regarding this issue can be submitted by calling Crime Stoppers 0800 555 111 or Humberside Police 101.

Updates -   Officers have and will be patrolling hot spot areas this month. We have received kind feedback already, we known that you appreciate the reassurance of seeing an officer patrolling the streets. I will share the results of our crime reduction measures next month.      

Fraud    
This is an area of crime that has seen local media attention across the region. We have received reports that individuals are cold calling claiming to be part of a legitimate organizations. Please remember under most circumstances Business and Organizations will let you know if they are canvassing or selling in the area. If you are unsure about an individual you don’t have to open your door and please telephone ourselves. Always ask for identification and a telephone contact. The best practice is if you think something is wrong telephone the Police. 
The same applies to telephone callers. Never give any personal details or financial information over the phone if you suspect the callers intent.

Officers have held surgeries about Fraud throughout the region, it is an area that we will revisit. Remember Neighborhood watch is a reductive tool, sharing information and intelligence to ensure that these cunning manipulative individuals are thwarted and caught.

BURGLARY REDUCTION/CRIME PREVENTION 
Officers have been visiting householders in the HEDON area and have been providing practical crime prevention advice. One of our well connected officers has managed to obtain a number of crime prevention tools which we have been handing out. These visits are essential as traditionally we have experienced a spike in acquisitive crime at this time of the year. Even more of a reason to form or join a neighborhood watch or focus group for your area.