NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH REPORT

I have been informed of 2 burglaries that occurred in West Hagbourne last week in broad daylight.

This is very close to home and I would urge people NOT to open their doors to unfamiliar callers particularly if they are in the house alone. These are just the people that distraction burglars are targeting.

If in any doubt simply do not answer the door.

Anyone calling from Water Board, Council, Southern Electricity etc etc should be wearing an obvious identity tag. If not, simply do not let them in!

Celia Davies 850684

As many of you will know by now, unfortunately we have had 2 break-ins in Upton during the month of August. On both occasions entry was made via the rear of the property and electrical items and cash stolen. We are currently receiving extra police surveillance at various times of the day and night and I believe the police are in the process of sending out information packs to all Upton residents.

I would also urge anyone with internet access to forward me their email address for further upadates. This would make my job a lot easier and speedier. Celiaadavies@aol.com

In the mean time my own advice to Upton villagers would be, please keep your doors and windows locked whenever you are going out. Also never leave a front door open if you are working or sitting in the back garden. Another tip is not to leave valuables on show (laptops etcetera) near windows or in the car. Never leave car keys or house keys on a table near to a letterbox as a thief may attempt to hook them.

If you’re going away on holiday or for a short break then do let a neighbour or the NHW officer (Celia) know. Cancel papers and Milk deliveries.

Even if going out to the shops lock up, set your alarm system (if you have one) and leave a light or the radio on. Anything that might give the impression someone is home.

Report anything or anyone seen acting suspiciously to the police (note registration and make of vehicle) via the 0845 8 505 505 number or obviously if actually witnessing a burglary in progress then call the 999 number.

Celia Davies 01235 850684

This is a Ringmaster message from Thames Valley Police.

On Friday 8th August 2008 a property in Beeching Close, Upton, was burgled. Offenders gained entry to the property by forcing the back door, carried out an untidy search and electrical items were stolen. If you have seen any suspicious people or vehicles in the area, please contact the Police on 08458 505 505 and quote URN 1493 of 8th August 2008.

At approximately 10.30PM on Thursday 7th February 2008 a property in Church Street, Upton was burgled.

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A house in Beeching Close has been burgled. A message from your local Neighbourhood Watch.

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Distraction burglaries have been reported in the South Oxfordshire Police Area.

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There have been incidents of Criminal Damage to a rear garden at a property in Church Street, Upton, where fence panels have been damaged.One fence panel was damaged during half term and the second was damaged on Sunday 11th November.

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There has been a series of thefts of lead and copper from roofs.

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A commercial collecting company, Byronswell Ltd., has been operating in the area, appearing to masquerade as a charity.

You are advised not to donate clothing to this company, but to take them to a registered charity.

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There have been incidents reported over the last few days about bogus water officials knocking on doors, asking to come in and check residents’ water supplies, following the floods.

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