From today I will be reporting to each neighbourhood, the crimes that have occurred over the last two weeks relating to the categories below. There are a maximum of six categories which I will populate with figures when relevant. I will also list some relevant crime prevention advice which I hope will be helpful to you all.
11 Jan 2023-25 Jan 2023
Maidenhead Central (Maidenhead Riverside, Belmont, town centre)
Robbery - 1
Theft of a Motor Vehicle - 2
Maidenhead South (Boyn Hill, Cox Green, Woodlands Park, Oldfield, Bray)
Theft from a Motor Vehicle - 1
2 suspects were picked up in Maidenhead in a vehicle which has been linked to catalytic converter thefts. The vehicle contained various car parts plus a trolley jack and cutting equipment.
Theft of a Motor Vehicle - 1
Maidenhead West (Bisham, Cookham, Hurley, Pinkneys Green, Furze Platt)
Theft from a Motor Vehicle - 3
Most vehicle crime is preventable. The best way to protect your belongings is to lock your car whenever you leave it. Other things you can do include:
· Removing everything from the car, don’t even leave a jacket where it can be seen.
· Closing the sunroof along with the windows when you leave.
· Not storing things in the boot, take them with you.
· Taking removable sat navs with you.
· Where you park can make a big difference to the safety of your car and your belongings. Look out for car parks approved by the police safer parking scheme. You can find them by looking for their distinctive ‘Park Mark’ signs.
· Having a routine to ensure you always take the keys out of the ignition.
· Storing car ownership information in your home, not your car.
· Using secure (theft resistant) number plates can make your plates less attractive to thieve.
For more information on how to keep your vehicle safe, visit the Thames Valley Police website.
https://www.thamesvalley.police.uk/advice/protecting-your-home-and-belongings/vehicle-crime/Catalytic Converter Thefts
https://members.ourwatchmember.org.uk/AlertMessage/Attachment/5450A77118519E942DB2DE6FEFED9BC6Message Sent By
Dawn James
(Police, Neighbourhood Administrator, Windsor & Maidenhead)
