As Spring is fast approaching and the better weather is making an appearance, residents may be opening windows and leaving doors unlocked to make the most of it. Please can we re-iterate the importance of making sure all your doors and windows are shut and locked when leaving your property for any length of time and please do not leave valuables on display. Survey fencing and rear gardens and gates making sure all are in good repair and secured with bolts or locks. Don’t leave any garden tools or furniture outside as they can potentially be used to gain entry to your property.
There have been several incidents over the winter months where opportunists have taken advantage of doors being unlocked whilst the occupants are inside and stealing items from within. Please ensure that when you’re at home if you cannot see or hear the door then get into the habit of keeping it locked.
It has recently been highlighted around the county, regarding being vigilant when it comes to your dogs and suspected dog thefts. Although, not common, dogs do get stolen under a variety of circumstances.
Owners should always be vigilant and follow basic security advice:
Ensure your dog is micro-chipped- If your dog runs off and its found, you can easily be traced as its owner and if your dog is stolen, when it is taken to the vets, they will discover that the dog is chipped and you will be identified as its rightful owner.
Don’t leave dogs unattended in the street
Don’t leave them alone in a car – particularly when the weather starts to warm up
Ensure your garden is secure and don’t leave them alone for long periods of time
If you keep them outside, make sure your property and kennels are secure
Always keep them on a lead when walking near roads
Ensure your dog is fully trained to come back to you before you let it off the lead
Don’t allow your dog to run free near roads or in built up areas
Don’t allow it to run free near farm animals
Local officers would also like to remind parents and carers dropping off and collecting children at the local Primary Schools that driveways should not be obstructed, pavements should not be parked on and zig zag markings must be kept clear. There have been an increasing numbers of parking complaints recently due to inconsiderate and thoughtless parking with cars being abandoned in a dangerous position. There have been periods of education and enforcement resulting in Fixed Penalty Notices being issued and this will continue.
Gloucester South Local Policing Team
The team is managed under the expertise of GCH’s ASB Team and works alongside the Local Policing Area Teams to provide a service for residents who are experiencing ASB caused by people who live in private rented properties, own their own homes or where ASB is not specifically linked to a property and an area instead.
Project Solace will work with local communities and partner agencies such as the Police, Environmental Health and support services to reduce ASB through providing a holistic, effective and swift service.
If you are experiencing anti-social behaviour you can report it to Project Solace via the GCH App, GCHTV on the Looking Local service or you can contact them on 0800 408 200 (freephone) or 01452 424344 (normal call rates apply).
You can also write to Project Solace at: Gloucester City Homes, Railway House, Bruton Way, Gloucester, GL1 1DG.
For any local crime issues in your area please email our Community Teams inbox:
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