Thousands of student homes visited as part of burglary campaign
12:30 23/06/2026The Selly Oak neighbourhood team have been out speaking to students at the University of Birmingham about keeping their homes safe from burglars.
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The Selly Oak neighbourhood team have been out speaking to students at the University of Birmingham about keeping their homes safe from burglars.
Two men and a teenager have been charged in connection with alleged county lines drug offences.
Retail crime and anti social behaviour around Princess Alice Park and retail areas.
Issued 18 September 2026
Several arrests of prolific offenders have been completed and offenders sent to court. We shall continue to do this and sent to court and also apply for a criminal behaviour order for relevant offenders.
There has been an increase in anti-social behaviour from a group of youths. We have identified some of the offenders and will be looking to speak with parents as well as those causing the ASB and considering different options to reduce / stop incidents.
Actioned 18 September 2026
Burglary and off road bike issues have been raised by the local community and an increase in police contact has been requested ensuring as much visibility as possible
Issued 18 September 2026
Officers have been conducting reassurance visits to those who have been victims of Burglaries. We are aware the devastation this type of crime can cause. Officers have offered crime prevention advice as well as officers looking for any opportunities to identify offenders. Work will continue with regards to this and local residents should be aware that there are operations in place to deter and catch those offending.
Actioned 18 September 2026
Reports of Anti Social Behaviour on The Greenway grassed land involving youths on motorbikes.
Issued 18 September 2026
Lots of residents have been spoken to with regards to their concerns.
Meeting with partners has taken place and a site visit has been conducted to see if the site can be made more secure and less attractive. More details to follow.
Further patrols have been conducted and further partners have been spoken to. Work will continue around this. Partners have been liaised with an different options are being considered as well as awaiting on funding to understand the full options available.
Actioned 18 September 2026