Truro & District Neighbourhood Watch

13/01/2024

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The January 2024 edition of OUR NEWS is here
Dear Bernie,

We are pleased to bring you the latest edition of our newsletter for Neighbourhood Watch supporters across England and Wales.

Here are some highlights in January's edition:


· Protect your Pa$$w0rds - password protection in three easy steps
· ERA's experts offer guidance on how to pick the best home security system for you
· Hear from Neighbourhood Watch members who supported us while playing the lottery, and won BIG prizes

READ THE JANUARY NEWSLETTER HERE.

We hope you enjoy this edition and wish all our supporters a Happy New Year!



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21/04/2021

Thefts of Catalytic Converters - Forcewide

Police appeal for information
Police are appealing for information after a spate of recent catalytic converter thefts across Devon and Cornwall.
Between mid-February and mid-April, police have received nine reports of thefts in the Newton Abbot area, the latest being at from a car parked in Trendlebere Down car park, Manaton, during the morning of Monday 19 April.
The thefts have been occurring Forcewide including Plymouth, Barnstaple and Exeter, and generally occur during the day.
Police are urging motorists to be vigilant and report any suspicious activity.
Police would also like to hear from anyone who has been approached by someone selling a catalytic converter, and anyone with CCTV which may have captured the people selling them, to help officers identify those responsible.
Anyone who has any information is asked to contact police on 101 or via email at [email protected] quoting crime reference, CR/031369/21.

16/04/2021

Communities Need To Stay Alert

The senior officer responsible for ensuring the UK is protected against the threat of terrorism is warning businesses and the public that they must be alert to more than just the threat of COVID-19 this summer.

Counter Terrorism Policing’s Senior National Coordinator for Protect and Prepare, Deputy Assistant Commissioner Matt Twist, believes the easing of lockdown restrictions could provide a greater opportunity for terrorists to operate. He is appealing for business owners and the public at large to support the police’s 24/7 efforts to keep the country safe by remaining vigilant and reporting anything that doesn’t seem right to security staff or the police.

The threat to the UK from terrorism remains at substantial, meaning an attack is likely, and as public places such as non-essential shops, hospitality and sports events begin to open up, the security experts at counter terrorism policing have launched a new vigilance campaign to encourage everyone to help the police tackle terrorism and save lives by reporting any concerns.

Deputy Assistant Commissioner Matt Twist said: “Following a year of restrictions impacting all our lives, we recognize people will be keen to get out and about as the lockdown begins to ease and the importance of businesses being able to return to more regular trading patterns. “But we must continue to follow public health guidance and remain vigilant, not just against the threat of the virus, but against the threat of terrorism as well.

“Terrorism will understandably not have been high on anyone’s mind in recent months, and I would describe the threat as temporarily suppressed during lockdown, because it was difficult to go out in public and actually do anything. “But that means that as the crowded places, which have traditionally been the target for terrorists, start to fill with people again, there is always the potential for that risk to come back.

“The best defense against the terrorist threat is a collective community effort – where police, security staff, businesses and the public come together to minimize the chance of attack, and that is why counter terrorism policing (CTP) are launching this campaign.” Much of CTP’s campaign activity will be focused on encouraging businesses to play their part in the collective effort by reviewing and updating their security plans and properly risk-assess existing sites or any new areas such as outdoor spaces opened to meet COVID-19 safety rules.

The public can do their bit in protecting the UK from terrorism by completing the official Action Counters Terrorism online e-learning for free.Taking just 45 minutes to complete, the online training provides the latest advice from CTP experts, informing how to react in the unlikely event of a terror attack and how to spot and report suspicious activity and behaviour. Hundreds of thousands of people across the UK have already participated.

Visit https://ct.highfieldelearning.com/ to register for access. Deputy Assistant Commissioner Matt Twist added: “This training could save your life, or the lives of others. “Regrettably, we know all too well that a terror attack can happen anywhere and at any time.

At Counter Terrorism Policing UK, we work with other national security partners to disrupt those intent on causing harm to our communities, but we need your help to do that effectively. “Taking part in our free training and remaining vigilant when you’re out and about this summer helps keep us all safe and creates a hostile place for terrorists to operate.” Remember, trust your instincts and ACT – Action Counters Terrorism. To report online and learn more about the signs to spot, visit Gov.uk/ACT.

Report terrorism activity online. If you've seen or heard something that is suspicious and may be terrorism related - report it anonymously.

09/04/2021

Theft from Vehicles - Truro

Police received two reports of theft from vehicles during the early hours of Thursday 08 April in your area of Truro.

Please remove all items from your vehicles including any loose cash before leaving them unattended.

Report any suspicious activity to police via 999 if offenders are at the scene, using 101 for any other information.

08/04/2021

07/04/2021

25/03/2021

People waiting for parcels to arrive have been given a fresh warning about a scam that claims payment is required for a package to be delivered.
Social media is awash with talk about the con, which involves a text message being sent that claims a parcel is awaiting delivery by Royal Mail.
Trading standards officers say people must not click on a link which connects to a copycat website run by fraudsters.
Royal Mail said it would never send a text message of this kind.
How it works
The text, claiming to be from Royal Mail arrives out of the blue and claims that "your Royal Mail parcel is awaiting delivery. Please confirm the settlement of 1.99 (GBP) on the following link".
The message then links to a website mocked up to look like an official Royal Mail site. The page requests personal and payment details, which scammers may use to steal someone's identity, or use to target them with other scams.
Royal Mail said it would not use such texts - unless specifically requested - and would use a grey card instead to tell people if any fee was required.
It warned the public about a similar email scam in February, and it appears that the fraudsters' campaign is evolving.
Concerns about delivery scams have risen since the surge in online shopping during the pandemic lockdowns.
Katherine Hart, from the Chartered Trading Standards Institute, said: "This delivery scam is yet another example of fraudsters attempting to make money out of the unsuspecting public. Due to the lockdowns, many millions of people rely on product deliveries, so scammers have focused their efforts on this theme.
"Also, the public must also be aware that these types of scams may come in many forms, and scammers do not only use Royal Mail branding. Indeed, in January, I commented on a similar scam that used DPD branding.
"These types of scams come in many forms, not just via text but also in emails and through the phone."

 To report scams, contact Action Fraud , or Police Scotland
 To report email scams, contact the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) by emailing [email protected]
 For consumer advice, please call the Citizens Advice Consumer Helpline on 0808 223 1133

25/03/2021

Neighbourhood Watch Tackle Car Crime With New Campaign

PROTECT YOUR CAR CAMPAIGN

Due to Covid-19 and repeated lockdowns, people haven’t been using their cars as much as they used to. However, car crime remains a pressing problem in the UK – alarmingly, one car is stolen every ten minutes(1). The latest figures from the Police National Computer (3) indicate car crime decreased during Covid-19 restrictions but with the expectation of social restrictions soon easing we could see a surge in car crime. Neighbourhood Watch are launching a new campaign on the 31st March to encourage everyone to keep their car’s safety top of mind.

John Hayward-Cripps, CEO of Neighbourhood Watch Network, says “Most car crimes happen because cars are left unlocked. There is a misconception that some cars are auto-locking and lock themselves if left unattended after a period of time. This isn’t always correct. Another misconception is that your car is too old and no one will bother stealing it. This is also incorrect – both new and old cars are at risk. Having a car stolen or broken into is more than simply a hassle, it can impact on people’s livelihoods. The good news is that there are simple steps everyone can take to help reduce the risk to their car. With only a 46% recovery rate (3) we’re reminding everyone to leave your car locked, lit and empty.”

The thumb-stopping social campaign launching on the 31st March will provide car users with three quick steps to increase protection of their vehicle and direct them to our website www.ourwatch.org.uk to find out more. The key messages of the campaign are:
• Leave your car locked
A simple mistake that can prove calamitous: 44% of cars are broken into via an unlocked door. (2)

• Leave your car well-lit
80% of car crime occurs during the evening or at night.(2) Parking near street lamps or in a busy area can deter thieves.

• Leave your car empty (or with no items on show)
Owners often forget that personal belongings within the car are at as much risk of being stolen as the car itself.
Hayward-Cripps continues “Car thieves are opportunists. Leaving items on a car seat or forgetting to lock your car can act as an invitation for crime. We want to instil the habit of double-checking where and how you’ve parked with our three simple steps: leave it locked, lit and empty. As a local charity with a trusted voice in the community, we’re asking everyone to proactively support their neighbours and friends by sharing our three steps with three others. By spreading the word, we’re confident we can crack down on car crime which can be deeply distressing and debilitating for its victims.”

The campaign launches on all Neighbourhood Watch Network's social channels on Wednesday 31st March. Please look out for our launch email and follow us on our social channels (Facebook / Twitter / Instagram / LinkedIn) to help spread the message within your communities.

The Neighbourhood Watch Network supports individuals and groups to create safer, stronger and active communities. We believe in a caring society that is focused on trust and respect, in which people are safe from crime and enjoy a good quality of life

23/03/2021

Fuel Thefts
Over recent months there have been a number of fuel thefts force wide. Both commercial and domestic settings have been targeted. In particular, there have been several high value thefts from businesses on isolated industrial estates. (Up to £36k on one occasion.)
We are asking two things:
1. If you have a fuel tank - either domestic, agricultural or commercial, please review its security.
Is it locked/alarmed? Is there security lighting/CCTV? Make it difficult to access if possible!
2. To steal fuel you will need large containers. Offenders will often use curtain sided vehicles (see image) or commercial vans to carry these containers for these offences. If you see these type of vehicles acting suspiciously - especially under cover of darkness or over the weekends please report it to the police including as much detail of those involved as possible.
999 if offenders are present.
or 101/[email protected] if non urgent.

WE WANT TO STOP FUEL THEFT

Thank you

29/01/2021

Covid-19 Update

With the current restrictions in place, Devon & Cornwall Police are seeing an increased demand with reports and concerns around Covid 19 breaches, this is in addition to existing contacts from members of the public who need help.
We would like to remind our communities there are many ways to contact us in a non-emergency and any concerns around Covid 19 breaches can be reported through the online national reporting form.
To make sure communities receive the best service from us, anyone who needs to contact us should follow these simple steps:

1. Are you wanting to report a breach of Covid 19 restrictions?
If you are reporting a breach of restrictions then you can do this using the national reporting form on the police.uk website - www.police.uk

2. AskNED – the non-emergency directory
Need to ask a question but not sure who to ask for help, then AskNED - dc.police.uk/AskNED

3. Go online – dc.police.uk
On our website you can find the answers too many of the questions people ask when calling the police plus lots of helpful information and advice.

4. Report Crime Online
If you need to report a crime or tell us something, then why not report online using WebChat or the Crime Reporting Form. Alternatively, you can email [email protected]

5. Call - 101 Non-emergency number

Remember in an emergency, always call 999.

Devon and Cornwall Police have created the AskNED section to help answer your question

27/01/2021

Design a Croods 2 inspired treehouse and WIN it for your local community
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WIN a treehouse for your community
In partnership with ‘The Croods 2: A New Age’ and Co-op, we want children up to the age of 16 to design their very own Croods 2 inspired treehouse for their local community.
What’s more, the winning entry will be brought to life and built within a nearby Wildlife Trust location to be enjoyed by the public for years to come.



What do you need to do?

Head over to Co-op Insurance website to download the treehouse template and top tips for entering
Design a Croods 2 inspired treehouse for your local community – it can be as wacky as you want, let your imagination run wild!
You can draw, paint, use computer software or even cave drawings to create your design, but above all be sure to think about how this could be used by the community and bring a lot of fun.
Share the design on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram using the hashtag and tag Co-op ( on Facebook and Twitter) and Neighbourhood Watch Network (Facebook: ; Twitter: and Instagram: .watch.insta) to enter.
The competition closes on 22nd February and the winner will be contacted within 5 days via social media. The treehouse will be built by 26th March, just in time for the film’s release and Easter holidays!
THE PARTNERSHIP

We are delighted to announce our exciting new partnership with the Co-op for the launch of The Croods 2: A New Age in the UK. The film is an animated adventure comedy film by DreamWorks Animation.

The film centres around values of community, neighbourliness, inclusivity, and working together. These are values that are close to the heart of all Neighbourhood Watch supporters, and as part of our initiative to reach more young families and to add to the positive and approachable perceptions of Neighbourhood Watch, the opportunity presented by this partnership was too good to pass up!

The Croods and The Bettermans are thrown together, two very different families who have to learn to live with one another when an evil tribe of monkeys threaten their homes. Once safe from this threat, the Croods and the Bettermans realise that home is not a place, it’s people, and together they create history’s first neighbourhood!

Neighbourhood Watch’s partnership with the film provides the opportunity to reach young families and to promote the importance of neighbourliness and community spirit to new audiences and across diverse communities.

We know many young people and their families believe in the values which we stand for and this partnership gives them the introduction to becoming Neighbourhood Watch supporters for life.

HOW TO SUPPORT THE CAMPAIGN

We rely on the amazing Neighbourhood Watch volunteers to spread the messages of Neighbourhood Watch and to provide the first step for all people to connect with their neighbours for mutual support, a key strategic goal. We hope that you will promote this campaign within your community and use it to reach more families within your area. We have secured some amazing prizes to be won over the course of the partnership.

To support this campaign, you can:

SHARE: Follow us on social media and share our posts on the partnership and competitions
Facebook: facebook.com/ourwatch
Twitter: twitter.com/N_watch
Instagram: neighbourhood.watch.insta
INFORM: Download and share this flyer with your community. This could be via email, WhatsApp or in your local newsletter
WATCH: Go and see the film (Covid-19 restrictions dependant) when it comes out on the 26th March!
NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH AND CROODS 2 SPECIAL EDITION LOGO

The Neighbourhood Watch brand and iconic yellow roundel is undeniably widely recognised across the UK. To celebrate this partnership, we have created a unique and playful adaptation of our logo featuring The Croods and The Bettermans to be used on all material supporting the partnership. We will be using the fresh and fun adapted logo on all our social media channels, within our website and on all materials created for this partnership.

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Want to be part of Universal Pictures’ universe? To hear more Croods 2 news and find out about other upcoming film releases, exclusive competitions and giveaways, click here.

Downloads
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Croods 2 children's activity pack
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Croods 2 competition flyer.pdf

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