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Object being thrown from road bridges

 

Motorists travelling on the main routes through Suffolk are being asked to report any suspicious activity following a series of incidents in which objects have been thrown from road bridges.

 

Posters are being placed at a number of bridges over the A14 and A12 from Monday (January 9), bearing the message: Spot Anything Suspicious? Call 999.

 

The posters also have a bridge reference number, which motorists can quote to help the police arrive quickly on scene.

 

They are the latest response by the emergency services, local councils and the Highways Agency who are working together to tackle the issue.

 

Extra patrols are taking place in areas around bridges on the key routes in the county - and an investigation lead by a detective superintendent has been launched to catch those responsible.

 

Suffolk’s County Policing Commander, Chief Superintendent David Skevington, said:

 

“Our investigations are continuing into these incidents – and motorists using the key route network in Suffolk could provide us with important information.

 

“Hopefully, these signs will prompt motorists who see anything suspicious to get in touch immediately, after finding a safe place to stop and make a call to us.

 

“We are taking these crimes extremely seriously. Fortunately, no one has been injured in these incidents – but it goes without saying that throwing anything from a bridge onto a busy road has the potential to result in road traffic collisions causing serious injury – or even death."

 

The signs have been provided by the Highways Agency.

 

Dave Gingell, Highways Agency Regional Director in the East, said: “Safety on our roads is our top priority and we are doing everything we can to assist Suffolk Police in bringing these dangerous and irresponsible activities to an end.

 

“Arrangements are being made for the new posters to be put in place on 31 bridges crossing the A14 and A12 early next week and we would urge members of the public to report any suspicious activities to the Police without delay.”

 

 

Police Direct Team

 

Burglary - Badingham

 

On Friday 16th December between 8.30am and 5.55pm a back door at a property on Carrs Hill, Badingham has been forced open. The entire property was searched and a Toshiba 38-inch television has been taken.

 

Were you in the area at the time, did you see anything suspicious? Do you know the name of the offender or offenders? If you have any information please contact Suffolk Police on 101 quoting reference LE/11/1484.

 

Or

 

Please use the following link to pass any useful information to Suffolk Police about this incident.

 

http://www.suffolk.police.uk/safetyadvice/reportacrime/tellthepolice.aspx

 

DO NOT USE THIS LINK IN AN EMERGENCY OR IN A SITUATION THAT REQUIRES AN IMMEDIATE POLICE RESPONSE WHEN YOU SHOULD RING 999.

 

Police Direct Team

  

 Darker nights are here - don't advertise your home to thieves

 

With clocks going back at the weekend (Sunday 30 October), and darkness descending earlier in the day, residents are being encouraged to play their part by switching on to some simple crime prevention tactics.

Chief Inspector Kerry Cutler from Suffolk Constabulary’s Community Safety Department said: "Leaving your house in total darkness is a sure sign no-one’s at home and an invitation to burglars.

"Burglars look for quick win opportunities; they don’t want to run the risk of a confrontation so simply leaving a light on to give the impression someone is at home is often enough to deter them.

"Timer switches can also be fitted to operate radios and lights if you’re not back from work until after dark or if you’re away for a few days.

"Leaving a light on costs literally pence in electricity – and that pales into insignificance compared to the hundreds of pounds in insurance excess you might have to pay should your home be broken in to.

"A high proportion of all break-ins are as a result of properties being left insecure so checking all windows and doors are locked before leaving the house is crucial.

"Other home security essentials are to use your burglar alarm if you have one – it’s amazing how many households don’t bother – and also to never leave a spare key under the doormat or a flowerpot. Burglars will always look there first so it’s not much of a ‘hiding place’."

Anyone wishing to find out more about crime prevention advice and home security should contact their local Crime Prevention Officer at Suffolk Police on 01473 613500.

 

Burglaries Sweffling and Great Glemham

 

Between 10.30pm Sunday 9th and 6.20am Monday 10th October a house in The Street, Sweffling was entered via an insecure door and a number of items stolen including an Apple Macbook, an HP laptop, a Blackberry mobile phone, a black rucksack and a handbag. The handbag, rucksack and some of their contents were discarded nearby.

And between 11.15pm Sunday and 7.15am Monday 10th October an insecure house on Low Road in Great Glemham was entered and cash and a mobile phone stolen. An insecure vehicle next to the property was also entered and searched.

　

Calls relating to either incident should be made to Leiston Police on 01986 835300 reference LE/11/1208 or 1209

OR

Please use the following link to pass any useful information to Suffolk Police about this incident.

http://www.suffolk.police.uk/News+And+Appeals/Report+Information+To+The+Police/Tell+The+Police.htm

 

Doorstep callers

 

Following calls from concerned residents about scrap metal collections in the Badingham area today, Thursday 4th August Suffolk Police would like to remind residents to always be cautious when dealing with doorstep callers and never to be pressurised into something you are not happy with. While in some cases the callers may be genuine anyone concerned can report suspicious activity to Suffolk Trading Standards on 01473 264859 or Police on 01473 613500

OR

Please use the following link to pass any useful information to Suffolk Police about this incident.

http://www.suffolk.police.uk/News+And+Appeals/Report+Information+To+The+Police/Tell+The+Police.htm

  

Digital Switchover

 

Wednesday the 6 July 2011 is Digital switch over day for parts of Suffolk, with the final phase of the switch over for this area on 9 Nov 11, at Tacolneston, for North Suffolk and Norfolk.

If you have any queries or concerns about the switch over you can contact, the Digital Help Scheme set up for those who need the most assistance to switch to digital. Help is also available for those aged 75 or over, registered blind or partial sighted or in receipt of certain benefits, to assist you with.

Call 0800 408 5900 or visit www.helpscheme.co.uk for more information

Please note that installers registered with the government helpscheme will not call without an appointment and will carry a Help Scheme ID.

If you have any caller claiming to be from the Help Scheme or offering assistance to set up your TV and you haven't made an appointment then refuse entry to your property and dial 999 and ask for police assistance immediately.

Suffolk Police are asking residents to look out for their vulnerable or elderly neighbours and to notify the police immediately of any suspicious callers.

Or

Please use the following link to pass useful information to Suffolk Police about this incident.

http://www.suffolk.police.uk/News+And+Appeals/Report+Information+To+The+Police/Tell+The+Police.htm

DO NOT USE THIS LINK IN AN EMERGENCY OR IN A SITUATION THAT REQUIRES AN IMMEDIATE POLICE RESPONSE WHEN YOU SHOULD RING 999.

Police Direct Team

 

Advice on keeping jewellery safe

 

Suffolk Police are urging people to take extra measures to ensure expensive and sentimental items of jewellery are kept safe, following a series of burglaries in the Mid Suffolk and Babergh districts.

Five houses have been broken into, in Stowmarket, Crowfield, Bramford, Higham and East Bergholt, since the end of April. Jewellery worth almost £45,000 has been stolen with offenders forcing doors and windows during the daytime.

Babergh Crime Reduction Officer Verity Line said, "Basic security has not been an issue for these burglaries - keeping doors and windows locked will slow offenders down and forcing them may cause noise and can attract attention. However, once inside the burglars have been able to search and locate expensive items of jewellery. Any such items should be kept in a secure location, ideally a very good quality safe. Don’t keep items in the top drawer of a chest of drawers or in the back of the wardrobe, this is generally the first place offenders will look.

"Property marking is really important, and you can advertise the fact that this has been done by displaying window stickers. SmartWater can be used to mark items - it is invisible to the naked eye but is detectable by police using specialised equipment. Each SmartWater formula is unique, and the marking can be tested to trace the owner of the item.

"If you don’t want to use SmartWater on valuable jewellery, take detailed photographs. If you have the items valued keep this information safe and separate to the jewellery. If it is stolen we can circulate the pictures to auction rooms, jewellers and dealers and stand a better chance of recovering it."

Alarms, security lighting and CCTV can all be used to keep homes more secure. Keep gardens tidy and gates locked so criminals have nowhere to hide. If you notice any suspicious people or vehicles at your neighbour’s property, call police. Dial 999 if a crime is in progress.

For further advice contact your local Crime Reduction Officer on 01473 613500. Anyone with any information about the burglaries listed should contact West Suffolk CID on 01284 774100

Or

Please use the following link to pass any useful information to Suffolk Police about this incident.

http://www.suffolk.police.uk/News+And+Appeals/Report+Information+To+The+Police/Tell+The+Police.htm

DO NOT USE THIS LINK IN AN EMERGENCY OR IN A SITUATION THAT REQUIRES AN IMMEDIATE POLICE RESPONSE WHEN YOU SHOULD RING 999.

Police Direct Team

 

Warning on 'Microsoft Technical Support' cold calling scam

 

Microsoft Corporation never makes unsolicited phone calls to help you fix your computer. In this scam cybercriminals call you and claim to be from Microsoft Tech Support. They offer to help solve your computer problems. Once the crooks have gained your trust, they attempt to steal from you and damage your computer with malicious software including viruses and spyware.

 

Although law enforcement can trace phone numbers, perpetrators often use pay phones, disposable cellular phones, or stolen cellular phone numbers. It's better to avoid being conned rather than try to repair the damage afterwards.

 

Treat all unsolicited phone calls with skepticism. Do not provide any personal information.

If you receive an unsolicited call from someone claiming to be from Microsoft Tech Support, hang up. Microsoft never make these kinds of calls.

 

For more information;

 

Avoiding scams: http://www.microsoft.com/protect/fraud/phishing/msname.aspx

Reporting scams: http://www.microsoft.com/protect/fraud/phishing/respond.aspx

 

 
Rogue traders

 

Rogue traders are active in the area. Best advice is always to say "No thank you" to doorstep traders. Remember:

 

1. LOCK - Keep your front and back doors locked, even when at home.

2. STOP - Before you answer the door, stop and think if you are expecting anyone. Check that you have locked any back door and taken the key out. Look through the spy-hole or the window to see who it is.

3. CHAIN - If you decide to open the door, put the door chain or bar on first. Keep the chain or bar on while you are talking to the person on the doorstep. (Normally when the door is shot and locked, leave the chain or bar off in case you need to get out in an emergency.

4. CHECK - Check their details and identity before you let them into your home, Do not agree to any work being done or sign a contract until after you have talked to someone else. If it is someone looking for help only go out to help if you have someone else with you. Don't worry if you chose not to go to help - it's not rude or unfriendly. If it is someone claiming to be an official, ask for and carefully check their identity card, make sure the caller's name and picture are the same as on the identity card, even if the visit is pre-arranged. A genuine caller will be happy to make an appointment to call and will carry an identity card with a photograph. They won't mind waiting if you want to phone and confirm their identity. Remember there is the facility in place for the utility companies to have a password to use when visiting.

 

If you want work done then ensure you emploiy a reputable person. Trading Standards are in the process of drawing up a list of 'Trusted Traders', but word of mouth can also be a good indicator. Get at least 3 estimates from traders that you are able to obtain a landline phone number and an address, before making up your mind.

 

Telephone scams

 

Beware of telephone scams, for instance you have won the 'lottery' or a 'holiday' and please forward 'X' amount of money to process your winnings. Another recently circulated involves persons claiming to be from a money collection service (in this instance BT) in an attempt to obtain credit card details. Another attempts to get a person away from the premises by claiming that a friend or relative had been involved in an accident and has been taken to hospital. The final scam reported recently is an old scam usually aimed at businesses looking for payment or donations for including some form of advertising in a booklet or wall-chart or similar, often claiming to be a charitable society, in this instance the caller requested the date of birth of the person he was speaking to then used this an an order number when demanding payment.

 

In all these cases the advice is;

 

(a) Do not provide ANY personal information to anybody who phones you.

(b) Check the information provided by the caller, obtain the name and address of the company, the name of the caller, and include a phone number. These can all be checked independently.

(c) If you have not, nor have any recollection of agreeing to an advertising contract, question the caller and ask for proof or put these points in a letter.

(d) If it is to do with debt you know nothing about request that they forward to you a copy of the contract.

(e) Lotteries DO NOT ask for payment to process winnings. Remember if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.