Police News – Rochdale East

Inspector Niall Pawson, Rochdale East

Wardle

Anti-social behaviour
We have received three calls regarding rowdy and inconsiderate behaviour in the Wardle area throughout January, these all appear to be isolated incidents and have not been in repeat locations.

If you are experiencing problems with Anti-social behaviour please contact us via the 101 phone number or 999 in an emergency.

Crime Figures for January

Domestic Burglary - 1
Burglary Other Than Dwelling – 3
Theft from a Vehicle – 1
Theft of a Vehicle - 1
Criminal Damage – 7
Drugs Offences – 0

Milnrow and Newhey

Anti-social behaviour
We have received 9 calls throughout January regarding rowdy and inconsiderate behaviour around the Milnrow area, with only one of these calls referring to the Milnrow Memorial Park and one referring to Dale Street. Milnrow’s Beat Officer and PCSOs will continue to prioritise these areas and we are urging people to call us when problems are occurring.

Crime Figures for January

Domestic Burglary - 8
Burglary Other Than Dwelling – 5
Theft from a Vehicle – 3
Theft of a Vehicle - 2
Criminal Damage – 2
Drugs Offences – 0

Littleborough

Anti-social behaviour
We have received 21 calls throughout January regarding rowdy and inconsiderate behaviour around the Littleborough area. Littleborough Beat Officer and PCSOs will continue to monitor and prioritise these areas and we are urging people to call us when problems are occurring.

Crime Figures for January

Domestic Burglary - 6
Burglary Other Than Dwelling – 4
Robbery - 0
Theft From A Vehicle – 8
Theft of a Vehicle - 2
Criminal Damage – 6
Drug Offences – 1

Castleton

Anti-social behaviour
We have received 20 calls in January regarding rowdy and inconsiderate behaviour around the Castleton area, PCSOs are monitoring the situation and will continue to prioritise these areas, we are urging people to call us when problems are occurring.

Crime Figures for January

Domestic Burglary - 7
Burglary Other Than Dwelling – 4
Robbery – 0
Theft From A Vehicle – 9
Theft of a Vehicle - 2
Criminal Damage – 5

Smallbridge and Firgrove

Anti-social behaviour
There have been 40 incidents of rowdy and inconsiderate behaviour reported to the police in the Smallbridge and Firgrove area throughout January, one repeat location is McDonald’s on Kingsway Retail Park where youths are causing annoyance. If you have any information which will help officers identify the youths involved please contact us.

Crime Figures for January

Domestic Burglary - 13
Burglary Other Than Dwelling – 0
Robbery - 3
Theft from a Vehicle – 5
Theft of a Vehicle - 4
Criminal Damage – 4
Drugs Offences – 5

Kirkholt

Anti-social behaviour
We have received 25 calls throughout January regarding rowdy and inconsiderate behaviour around the Kirkholt area. Kirkholt Beat Officer and PCSOs will continue to prioritise these areas and we are urging people to call us when problems are occurring.

Crime Figures for this Month
Burglary Dwelling - 5
Burglary Other Than Dwelling – 2
Theft of a Vehicle – 3
Robbery - 0
Criminal Damage – 16
Drug Offences – 1

Kingsway

Anti-social behaviour
We have received a number of calls throughout January regarding rowdy and inconsiderate behaviour around the Kingsway area. Kingsway Beat Officer and PCSOs will continue to monitor prioritise these areas and we are urging people to call us when problems are occurring.

Crime Figures for this Month

Domestic Burglary - 11
Burglary Other Than Dwelling – 6
Robbery – 1
Theft From A Vehicle – 5
Theft of a vehicle - 4
Criminal Damage – 19

Domestic burglaries

We have seen an increase in hook and cane burglaries recently where offenders are using a hook like device which they put through the letter box to hook vehicle keys in order to steal the vehicle. When this has failed we have also seen cases where offenders have smashed a window to access the keys.
We are urging people to ensure they do not leave any keys in sight of windows/doors.

We have also seen a rise in burglaries/vehicle theft due to insecurities; some helpful tips are listed below.

• One in three burglaries are to homes that are insecure. Help deter burglars by making sure you shut and securely lock all windows and doors.
• Burglars don't just steal your property, they invade your privacy. Avoid becoming a target for burglars by not leaving valuable property on show.
• There today, gone overnight. Remember not to leave keys in the door or near windows where they can be easily grabbed.
• Never leave a spare key hidden outside. Burglars know all the usual hiding places.
• Wheelie bins are sometimes used as a climbing aid or as a means of transporting stolen property. Secure them if you can and ensure that they are stored away from windows and doors.