Long Whatton is now part of beat N26 Kegworth.

Your neighbourhood beat officers are:

PC Jason Underwood(1760)
PCSO Peri Richardson(6638)
PCSO Pauline Cotton(6043)

You can leave a message for your neighbourhood beat officer, on:
0116 222 2222, follow the instructions and when prompted, enter the number 9072

You can also send an email to your beat officer at:-
www.leics.police.uk/nwleics

Remember

In an emergency,when life is in danger or a crime is being committed dial 999

In a non emergency, not requiring immediate police attendance, dial 0116 222 2222

If you have any information about crime, dial 0116 222 2222 or Crimestoppers, (which is anonymous) on 0800 555 111

You can also contact North West Leicestershire District Council(NWLDC), Anne-Marie Brannigan, the anti-social behaviour officer, can be contacted on 01530 454545.
If you have a cause for concern in your neighbourhood. You can write to Inspector Chris Brown, giving details of when and where the problem occurs at:-
North West local policing unit
Ashby Road,
Coalville,
Leicestershire
LE67 3QG
or email at:_
northwest.lpu@leicestershire.pnn.police.uk

Reported Crime, Loughborough Neighbourhood Watch

23/01/08
Virtual Crime Reduction.

Leicestershire Constabulary has launched an interactive crime reduction tool to allow people to access advice and information in a fun and innovative way.
The 'Virtual Neighbourhood' is designed for you to take a walk through the information available on a wide range of topics including personal safety, rural and business security, burglary and vehicle crime.
PC Brian Voss, the Force's Crime Reduction Officer, said, "We already provide relevant and useful crime reduction advice on our website, but it can seem a little wordy. With the addition of the Virtual Neighbourhood we are able to provide crime reduction advice in a much more interesting and interactive way."
The 'Virtual Neighbourhood' can be found in the Advice and Information section on our website.

Severn Trent Water, Password Scheme

Hello, I’m from the Water Board and I am here to check your Water because there is a leak down the road and I need to make sure your water is safe.’ OR

‘Hello, your neighbour is having trouble with the water pressure and I need to check your taps are all working properly, can you check them for me?’
Would you let them in?

These are some of the excuses that bogus callers may use to try to gain access into your property. The problem is that these people are often very well dressed, well spoken, have a pass with a photograph and are very convincing. They are true professionals, often with years of experience of tricking their way into people’s houses and they target vulnerable people. If you are targeted, it is unlikely to be by chance. They will have researched the area and know who they want to approach

Severn Trent Water are aware of the terrible consequences of distraction burglary and we have a PASSWORD SCHEME to help protect you. The scheme is free and registration is simple. Here’s how it works:-

Contact the Access Team at Severn Trent Water on 01332 686043 and ask to join the password scheme. (All we need is your name and address)

You choose your password and our team will keep it safe for you. We will write and confirm a reminder for your password in case you forget in the future.

Our team will explain to you, in detail, how the scheme works and what you need do if somebody knocks on your door and says they are from Severn Trent Water. Genuine callers will always say Severn Trent Water; they will NEVER say ‘The Water Board’ because there is no such thing any more.

If you have a password then ask for it. All Severn Trent Water staff are aware that some customers may have a password. They will make a call to our company and we will check their identity and tell them your password when we are satisfied they are genuine Employees. DO NOT let them in to you’re your property if they cannot tell you your Password.

NO PASSWORD - NO EXCUSE - NO ENTRY.
Call us on 01332 686043 and let us help you.

02/01/08
Watch out for credit card criminals who ring you, saying they`re from your bank or building society, investigating a scam involving your card. They`ll already have your card number (retrieved from a counterfoil in a waste bin), and will try to get you to give them the three digit number on the reverse side of your card. This is the number you need to quote when you buy things over the phone or Internet, and proves you are in possession of the card. NEVER give the three digit number to anyone unless you`re using the card to pay for something.

11/02/08

Local residents are asked to keep an eye on local churches as there have been several instances of theft of church vases, candlesticks, and other similar altar items. The offences have occurred in Leic`s and Derby`s. A man and woman, driving a black Ford Mondeo may be involved. Please report any Suspicious incidents, and obtain descriptions of persons and vehicles for later enquiries`s. If emergency ring 999, or alternatively ring Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, quote crime no NW/00817/08-3

A report has been received of the theft of £5000 worth of lead from a school roof in Coalville. Please be vigilant and report any suspicious incidents near to school premises, or churches or other vulnerable locations.
Any info please to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, quote crime no: NW/00813/08-1. 

29/07/08
Thefts of Satellite Navigation units from cars are on the increase. If you own one of these units, make sure you remove it completely when you leave your car unattended. Take the unit, and the cradle with you, and wipe away any marks from the windscreen. Most people simply remove the unit from view, and put the items in the glove box or under the car seat. Thieves know this, and if they see the cradle or marks they will break into the car to search for the unit, (and anything else worth stealing)

A number of night time burglaries have occurred because householders have left windows and doors open during recent hot weather, and forgotten to close them when they went to bed. This is particularly important regarding ground floor access points, at the rear and side of premises. Don`t invite crime. Please secure all ground floor access points.

Garden sheds, garages, and farm outbuildings continue to be popular with thieves. Bicycles, power tools, ladders, farming machinery, trailers and other easily transportable items are stolen. Why not security mark your property with paint sticks? This is a free service offered by your local Neighbourhood Beat Officer. Alternatively you could buy a shed/garage alarm, price £12 from the Watch Office at Coalville Police Stn, 0116 2222222, ext 3079. For more info, contact Steve Hastings, Community Co-ordinator on ext 3043.

5/08/08
Police in North West Leicestershire have come up with an innovative and eye catching way of reminding motorists to remove their satellite navigation systems from their vehicles.
Since January 1st 2008 there's been a 62% increase in the theft of Sat Navs across the district of North West Leicestershire - 24 were stolen between January 1 2007 and May 29 2007 compared to 39 for the same period this year. As Sat Navs become more popular, that rise is likely to increase so the police are trying to raise awareness of the risk of leaving it on display and reduce the number of offences.
They've produced 4000 bright yellow Sat Nav Tags which are designed to hang around the machine. On one side the tag says; 'Sat Nav - Don't Leave it in the Car' and on the other side is a soft pad that can be used to wipe away the suction cup mark from the windscreen. The tags have been paid for by the police and the North West Leicestershire Community Safety Partnership.
You can collect your free Sat Nav Tag from the Front Enq Office at Coalville, Ashby, Kegworth and Castle Donington Police Stns.

6/08/08
Car keys are being stolen from houses in the course of burglary offences. Residents often leave car keys on the hall floor near the front door, or on the kitchen worktops where they are visible and easy to steal. So, the wrist loops are being provided free of charge to local residents to remind them to hide their car keys, to keep them safe. Simply fix the loop to your car keys, and when you get home, hide them away. The wrist loops are available, free of charge, from the front enq offices at Coalville, Ashby, Kegworth and Castle Donington Police Stns.

01/09/08
NW Leics Police are appealing for help from local residents to recover a stolen bicycle. The bike was stolen from a camp site at Castle Donington between 9pm on Friday 29th and 1.30am on Saturday 30th August 2008. It is described as a custom made, gents silver and blue mountain bike with Marzochi air adjustable sprung front forks (the name badge Marzochi is fitted to the forks), a Topeak rack system, and Cateye front and rear lights. In addition, the bike is fitted with rechargeable battery pack powered electron lights. There is a vinyl letter "N" positioned on either side of the frame. Any information please to either Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, or the Police on 0116 2222222, quote crime number NW/05783/08-2

02/09/08
Police would like to hear from anyone who is offered packs of a Kylie Minogue perfume called "Sexy Darling". A large quantity of this perfume was stolen in Northants. Any information please to Steve Hastings on 0116 2222222, ext 3043