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    Posted: 28 August 2020 at 11:27am
Between Wednesday 26th August 2020 at 7 pm and Thursday 27th August 2020 at 7 am two burglaries have occurred at Eleanor Road, Chalfont St Peter.  Unknown offenders have gained entry by forcing open the front doors and stolen items. 

If you saw or heard anything suspicious in the area of Eleanor Road please contact Amersham Priority Crime Team via the Thames Valley Police non-emergency number, 101 and quote crime reference 43200268182 & 4300268171.

If you don’t want to speak directly to the police you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org
Alternatively you can report this online at https://www.thamesvalley.police.uk/tua/tell-us-about/cor/tell-us-about-existing-case-report/ quoting reference number 43200268182 & 43200268171.
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On Wednesday 19th August 2020 between 10.30 am and 7 pm a burglary occurred at Ashlea Road, Chalfont St Peter.  Unknown offenders have gained entry by forcing open the front door. 
 
If you saw or heard anything suspicious in the area of Ashlea Road please contact Amersham Priority Crime Team via the Thames Valley Police non emergency number, 101 and quote crime reference 43200259399.
 
If you don’t want to speak directly to the police you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org
Alternatively you can report this online at https://www.thamesvalley.police.uk/tua/tell-us-about/cor/tell-us-about-existing-case-report/ quoting reference number 43200259399.

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Thames Valley Police is appealing for witnesses following a burglary in Chalfont St Giles.
Between 3.20pm and 3.30pm yesterday (23/8) a man forced entry to a property in Kings Road through its front door.
The offender was found by the homeowner in the hallway of the property. He ran out through the front door and in to a vehicle, believed to be a dark coloured Audi.
The offender is white with tanned skin, approximately 5ft 11ins to 6ft, and of a muscular/stocky build. He has short dark hair and was dressed in black clothing.
Nothing was stolen during the incident.
If you have any information, CCTV or dash-cam footage please contact us using our online reporting form or by calling the non-emergency number 101, quoting reference number 43200263552.
Alternatively you can call Crimestoppers 100% anonymously on 0800 555 111
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On Sunday 26th July 2020 between 11.30 am and 11.45 am an attempted burglary occurred at Cordons Close, Chalfont St Peter. Unknown offenders tried to gain access to the house by smashing a rear kitchen window.
 
If you saw or heard anything suspicious in the area of Cordons Close please contact Amersham Priority Crime Team via the Thames Valley Police non emergency number, 101 and quote crime reference 43200230131.
 
If you don’t want to speak directly to the police you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org
Alternatively you can report this online at https://www.thamesvalley.police.uk/tua/tell-us-about/cor/tell-us-about-existing-case-report/ quoting reference number 43200230131.
 
No personal details are taken, information is not traced or recorded and you will not go to court.
 
Please consider a few simple prevention steps to your property: -
 
1.    Keep windows and doors shut, locked and in good condition
2.    Property mark your valuables with a UV pen or forensic property marking kit,   then register on www.immobilise.com. Make a note of all model numbers and serial numbers of all electrical items.
3.    Use a timer switches to make your home look occupied in the evenings
4.    Perhaps purchase a fake/simulated TV device which lights up a room like a real TV.
5.    Ensure car keys are safely stored away from the front door
6.    Keep tools and ladders locked away out of sight.
 
For more Crime Reduction tips and information please visit our website www.thamesvalley.police.uk and click on 'crime prevention' in the Advice and Information section at the bottom of the webpage.
 
Alternatively contact Thames Valley Police on: 101

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On Friday 12th June 2020 between 8.30 pm and 9 pm a burglary occurred at Austenwood Close, Chalfont St Peter.  Unknown offenders have gained entry by forcing the front door and stolen items. 
 
Two white males have been seen running from the house and getting into a blue Jaguar vehicle.
 
If you saw or heard anything suspicious in the area of Austenwood Close please contact Amersham Priority Crime Team via the Thames Valley Police non emergency number, 101 and quote crime reference 43200175964.
 
If you don’t want to speak directly to the police you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org
Alternatively you can report this online at https://www.thamesvalley.police.uk/tua/tell-us-about/cor/tell-us-about-existing-case-report/ quoting reference number 43200175964.

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Police Update on Coronavirus

We understand that the new Government measures will undoubtedly have a major impact on you all and whilst this is difficult, it is a necessary adjustment. This is about protecting yourselves, each other and the emergency services working hard to keep you safe.

We ask you all to please take notice of the new direction from government and stay at home to help the national effort to stop the spread of the virus.

Thames Valley Police will, as always, police with respect and engagement and we will continue our day to day policing and we will be working with our communities so they understand the importance of complying with the government direction.

We continue to follow government, Public health England and the National Police Chief’s Council’s direction in the fight against Coronavirus.

We have tried and tested contingency plans in operation to enable us to continue to protect the most vulnerable in society and respond to where the need is most.

All precautions are being taken in order to protect our officers and staff so that we continue to police the Thames Valley.

Thank you for your support.

We will continue to share updates on social media and through Thames Valley Alerts. For more information on Coronavirus, you may want to visit the following sites: 
NHS advice - How to avoid catching or spreading germs and when to seek medical help
PHE advice - Daily updates, signs and symptoms, current risk level
Government updates - Daily updates on the outbreak

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Burglary Reduction

Your local officers were involved in a joint forces operation, in Thames Valley, Hertfordshire, Surrey and the Met, over 3 days that led to the arrests of 63 people, who were using the road network, for a variety of offences.

This intervention will have stopped a number of crimes from occurring and will disrupt gangs who are targeting properties in our area.

I am pleased to say that this has helped us to see a reduction in the amount of burglaries in Chiltern & South Bucks and High Wycombe

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Covid-19 Scams

I have heard of several recent scams involving Fraudsters preying on peoples fears. Please find latest advice and stay safe.

Following reports of Covid-19 related scams Thames Valley Police is urging the public to remain vigilant against criminals using the publicity around the coronavirus as a chance to target their victims with fraudulent emails, phone calls, text messages or door to door services.

We are encouraging residents to look out for their friends, family and neighbours.

There are examples of communities working together to help local residents and we don’t want to discourage this so we ask that people consider the following advice to avoid falling victim fraudsters:

Protect yourself

Door scams:

We are aware of people knocking on the doors of elderly and vulnerable people offering to shop or other services for them and then taking money without providing what they have offered.
• If you can only accept help from people you are familiar with or who can prove who they are.
• Do not hand over a bank card or large sums of cash to anyone on your doorstep.
• Please look out for your neighbours and family members who may not have access to social media and therefore will not be receiving this information.
Watch out for scam messages:

A number of online scams offering fake services are being reported nationally.

Don’t click on the links or attachments in suspicious emails, and never respond to unsolicited messages and calls that ask for your personal or financial details.

Shopping online:

If you’re making a purchase from a company or person you don’t know and trust, carry out some research first, and ask a friend or family member for advice before completing the purchase. If you decide to go ahead with the purchase, use a credit card if you have one, as most major credit card providers insure online purchases.

For more information on how to shop online safely, please visit: https://www.actionfraud.police.uk/shoponlinesafely

Coronavirus Testing Kits

We are aware that some maybe trying to sell fake coronavirus tests. At this time the public are not being offered COVID-19 tests to purchase and no companies have been deployed to carry out checks in homes or businesses, this will be a scam.

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To our valued retail outlets:

There has been a recent series of robberies at small convenience stores whereby two male offenders with knives attend at either the opening or closing of the store.  They may be using a small, dark coloured hatchback.
 
We are urging shopkeepers and publicans to be more vigilant around opening and closing times and to keep an eye out for people who may be lurking at these times.
 
We are looking to carry out some crime prevention work with as many shops and businesses within the South Buckinghamshire area as possible and to share any information that we gather which may be of use in preventing further offences and/or apprehending those responsible for the offences already committed.

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Beat the Burglar

With the dark nights and mornings upon us, we expect the number of burglaries to increase during the winter season. To tackle these criminals it is important that we work together in trying to prevent and reduce crime.

From looking at recent crimes we have found that in a large number of recent cases burglars are using items from the garden to gain entry into houses. 

The impact of having your house burgled is immense both financially and mentally. Yet it is common for us to delay doing things until a close friend or yourself has been subjected to such an attack. Having the time or money to buy security measures can also be a reason. 

I have listed below a number of security top tips. How many boxes do you tick with your security?

1; Make it appear that someone is at home.
Leave a light and the radio on when the nights draw in. Use a fake TV light device. 
Use timer switches.
Do you have an internet assistant e.g. Alexa? Some have a new security App so try it out.
Make sure your doors and windows are properly closed and have British Standard locks.

2; Improve your security
Camera Doorbell as most burglars will knock first. This is about the cheapest way to get CCTV. 
Install an SSAIB or NSI alarm or at least have a fake box installed.
Get motion sensors inside your house so you can see if something is wrong whilst you are away from the address. 
Install CCTV or consider CCTV signs depending on your budget.
Improve your locks and get window film to stop windows easily being smashed.
Advertise your property is security marked. Use SMARt**tER /Selecta DNA window stickers.

3; Do not display your wealth
Performance cars will often be targeted if you have a top end car lock it in the garage.
Do not have your keys on display on the sideboard. Keys can be fished through letter boxes.
Get a letterbox guard or cage.
Just who are you updating with the Facebook Posts when you are on holiday.
Asian gold is being targeted. What identifies your house as a place likely to have such gold? 
Do not keep large amounts of cash at home.
As Christmas is approaching try to make sure that presents are not visible to anyone outside. 

4; Consider the garden
Consider a ‘beware of the dog’ sign or dog bowl will make the burglar think twice.
Padlock the gate and close the front gates.
Secure your fences. Trellis is a great obstacle for burglars due to it most likely collapsing, consider cheap spikey fence options like pr*ckly strip (make sure you put the signs up) This is a real cheap option and can result in us getting suspects DNA.
Plant pr*ckly plants at tactical places around the garden boundary.
Burglars can use large ornaments or rocks or garden tools to break in, so look to remove opportunities and make sure you securely lock away any tools after use. 

5; Look out for your neighbours
Join NHW.
Set up a no door step selling zone. Eliminate a reason for burglars to knock on your door. 
Speak to your neighbours and tell them if workmen are coming or you are going away.
Be a good neighbour and conduct checks if your neighbours are going away.
And finally if you see something suspicious call it in to the police. You know your area best!

To beat the burglar we need to work, with the most important partner in tackling crime, You the public. I hope that you will take the first step in helping us to help you create a safer, more resilient and friendly neighbourhood for you all to live in. 

As Shaw Taylor would say "Keep em peeled!". Have a safe and Merry Christmas.

Yours sincerely
Darren Walsh

Police Sergeant Darren Walsh
Amersham Neighbourhood Policing team

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