Gedling neighbourhood policing team’s Inspector Steve King has shared an update on how his team has progressed on tackling crime across the borough during March…
As we often see at this time of year, the change in weather also brings increased demand for our services. Despite these pressures, our teams continue to work exceptionally hard to maintain response times and deliver the highest possible standard of service to the public.
Following a review, the following local priorities will remain unchanged for this quarter:
• Acquisitive Crime (Burglary, Robbery, Shoplifting, Theft)
• Anti Social Behaviour (including behavioural, motorcycle, speeding, begging)
• Drugs (Possession, Supply, Cannabis Cultivation)
Acquisitive Crime
Our targeted operations to tackle shoplifting continue, supported by a combination of high-visibility patrols and plain-clothes activity.
We have now established Business Action Groups across Gedling South and Gedling Central, strengthening partnership working with local businesses to reduce crime and improve information sharing.
You may have seen recent media coverage regarding the charging of an individual in connection with two burglaries in the Mapperley area. I want to reassure the community that offences of this nature are treated with the utmost seriousness and receive enhanced investigative attention. We fully recognise the significant and lasting impact these crimes can have on victims.
Anti-Social Behaviour
While there was a slight increase in ASB during April compared to March, levels remain approximately 11% lower than this time last year. With lighter evenings and improved weather, we always anticipate a potential rise in youth-related ASB.
We have robust plans in place to address this, using a combination of prevention, partnership working and enforcement. This includes supporting diversionary activities as well as taking decisive action where required.
A recent example includes the successful closure order of a property in Arnold, following persistent ASB and violence that had a significant impact on local residents. We will continue to use all available powers to tackle this type of unacceptable behaviour.
We also recognise ongoing concerns around vehicle-related ASB. During a recent proactive operation in Gedling, the Roads Policing Unit delivered the following results over a one-month period:
• 141 vehicles stopped
• 47 arrests made
• 52 vehicles seized
• Additional seizures including drugs and weapons
This proactive work plays an important role in keeping our roads and communities safe, and I would like to thank the teams involved for their continued efforts.
Drugs
Tackling drug-related activity remains a key priority. There has been significant recent enforcement activity, including the execution of two warrants within the past week.
Further operations are planned in the coming months. Our message remains clear and consistent: those involved in drug supply can expect to be targeted and dealt with robustly.
