Billesley

Local Priority - Theft from local businesses, namely the Maypole Retail area.

We have been actively patrolling the retail area around the Maypole, Alcester Rd. Concerns have been raised by the local businesses which has resulted in an increase to our calls for service. This month will see an increase in patrols within this area to identify those that committing such offences.

Community Priority - Parking concerns.

The community have informed us that vehicles parking inconsiderately around school pick up/drop off times is a problem. They have also mentioned that the speed vehicles are travelling, specifically Yardley Wood Road and Chinn brook Road, is deemed excessive.

Reports of the parking complaints have remained low, specifically around schools with them being off. With schools returning now we will be around key areas - please say hello where you see us. We are still receiving complaints about parking in residential areas which we are acting on.
If you see offences, please let us know. If you have dashcam footage please look up Operation Snap on the internet and submit the footage.

We are in the process of arranging speeding operations and would welcome support from the community around this - please get in touch with PCSO Owen if you feel you can support.

I would encourage the local community to report further issues around this matter on the website - direct to the local team or to Crimestoppers anonymously.

Force Priority - Operation Guardian
Following a review of crime figures in the area and intelligence received from the local community, Youth based violence and knife crime has been raised as a concern. We will continue to work to reduce these issues within the community and offer safeguarding and support to those who have been a victim.

The Billesley team continue to complete targeted patrols to tackle this issue. This will be a mixture of full uniform and plain clothed patrols. The team will patrol the main streets, shopping areas and parks to ensure the community is safe. We have arrested 2 youths for causing a number of issues in the local community.
If you have any information you feel may be useful to us please speak to a member of our team or use Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or on their website.