Police News - Rochdale East

Inspector Niall Pawson, Rochdale East

Three males aged between 15 and 17 have been arrested for burglary other than dwelling this week.

A prolific offender spent an evening in the cells after being arrested on suspicion of theft of a motor vehicle.

A 27-year-old male is currently on conditional bail after being arrested on suspicion of burglary dwelling, handling stolen good and supplying a controlled drug.

Last week there was a decrease in burglaries - five across the Rochdale East area for the week and so far this week only had two burglaries.

Littleborough Lakeside

Burglary - 0
Burglary Other - 0
Theft of Vehicle - 0
Theft From Vehicle - 2
Criminal Damage - 0
Drugs Offences – 0

Wardle – Burglary

19 July between 03:00 – 03:08 – Laburnum Way offender approaches property from rear, forces upvc lock on rear door, as door opens alarm activated, offender leaves in unknown direction.

Burglary Other - 1
Theft of Vehicle - 0
Theft from Vehicle - 4
Criminal Damage - 3
Drugs Offences – 0

Milnrow/Newhey

Burglary – 2

23 July 11:30 – 24 July 00:20 Delph Street - unknown offenders approach property from the front, force front wooden door, offenders then steal property before making off as entry with items. 

24 July 05:00 – 09:00 Carr Grove - unknown offender/s use unknown implement to force ground floor window open, offenders enter property by same into living room, offenders then enter kitchen and take various items of property from within, offenders exit property as entry taking property from within, offenders using victims car keys take vehicle and make off in unknown direction.

Burglary Other - 1
Theft of Vehicle -0
Theft From Vehicle - 0
Criminal Damage - 0
Drugs Offences – 2

Smallbridge & Firgrove – Burglary

Burglary Other - 1
Theft of Vehicle - 0
Theft From Vehicle - 5
Criminal Damage - 0
Drugs Offences – 0

Kirkholt/Balderstone

Burglary 1

19 July 03:20 – 03:23 Queensway – three unknown offenders attempt to gain entry to vehicle and dwelling before activating security alarm and alerting victim, offenders then make off without gaining entry.

Robbery - 0
Burglary Other - 0
Theft of Vehicle - 0
Theft From Vehicle - 0
Criminal Damage - 3
Drugs Offences – 0

Castleton – Burglary 0

Burglary Other - 0
Theft of Vehicle - 0
Theft From Vehicle - 0
Criminal Damage - 1
Drugs Offences – 0

Kingsway - Burglary - 0

Burglary Other – 0
Robbery - 0
Theft of Vehicle - 1
Theft From Vehicle - 4
Criminal Damage - 0
Drugs Offences – 0

Water Safety

As temperatures start to rise, you or your family may be tempted to cool off with a swim in the local river, canal, lake or reservoir. However, did you know that during 2013 our specialist water rescue units attended 123 incidents involving people in distress in or around water. A large number of these incidents were as a result of owners attempting to rescue their pet dogs from the water, owners are strongly advised to keep dogs on a lead.

What are the dangerous of swimming in rivers, canals, lakes or reservoirs? The water that you are swimming in could be polluted and could make you very ill.  

You may think that it looks shallow, however, when you jump in it may be very deep and you may become stranded and get stuck.

In places like this there are no lifeguards that can help you get out of danger.

There may be hidden currents

The water is often a lot colder than you expect and it can impact on your physical capabilities. Just because you can swim well in a warm pool doesn't mean you'll be able to swim well in cold water.

There is no way of knowing what lies beneath the surface of the water. There could be shopping trolleys, opened tin cans or broken bottles.

When you are swimming at a beach, be aware of which flag is flying as this will warn you of any dangers.

Look for: 

• Red and yellow flags - lifeguards on patrol. 
• Red flags - it's dangerous to bathe or swim so don't go into the water. 
• Quartered black and white flags - the area has been zoned for surf crafts and Malibu boards. It's not safe for swimmers and bathers.

If you see someone in difficulty in the water, use your mobile or go to the nearest telephone and dial 999.

Enjoy your summer and stay safe around water.