A plea from one of our PCSOs

Dear All,


Yesterday whilst out on patrol in one of our local villages I was shocked and amazed to witness,
a local resident leave the rear of their property approach their car with no key in hand and simply open the vehicle retrieve an item and then shut the car door with no attempt to lock it, the resident a few minutes later came back to the car and replaced the item and again no attempt to lock the car and left it open for the world.


When asked Why? 

The response was "Well its only Harbury, nothing happens here"


This is a common response in which the local policing team come across with members of our community, even victims of crime who for example; have been victims of burglary and then when a follow visit is carried out by the SNT.


The front door is still unlocked, ground floor windows left open and unattended, and sheds and garages still not padlocked and being left open.


It is vital the message is passed on that sadly no longer are the days gone by of the scenario of being able to leave the front door open for the calling neighbour, no longer can a vehicle be left unlocked and not driven off, no longer can a shed or garage be open to the world for all to look and not touch.


Protection of Property and Prevention of Loss is the only way forward.
The attitude of . . .
Oh well . . .
It's only Napton
It's only Long Itchington
It's only Stockton
It's only Harbury
It's only Bishops Itchington
It's only Fenny Compton
.... needs to change!!!


Crime happens everywhere and Villages are opening themselves up to being easy targets.
Help us to help the community and prevent crime.
If members of your community want crime prevention advice please put them in contact with the Southam Safer Neighbourhood Team.
Don't be a Victim . . . ACT NOW!
As well as these messages being sent out, the team here at Southam also rely on the vigilant members of our community to keep us informed of any information that is not reported to the Police.
We encourage all members of our Community to report incidents no matter how big or little they are.
This message if possible needs to be past onto all co-coordinators for your areas. I really appreciate your help, your continued support and look forward to working with you all.
Please report all crimes and/or incidents on the new non-emergency reporting number 101.
All emergencies on 999
Kind Regards,

Claire Murray
PCSO 6247
on behalf of . . .
SOUTHAM / WELLESBOURNE FARM WATCH & NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH
Southam Police Station
High Street
Southam
Tel : 01926 684984
Email : southamfarmwatch@warwickshire.pnn.police.uk / southam.snt@warwickshire.police.uk


PS Also please note that if the way is left clear for a thief to relive you of your property unhindered then your insurance will be invalid. 35% burglaries do not even entail a break-in the thief is attracted by open windows and unlocked doors.