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Good afternoon,
Just to make you aware that we have recently seen an increase in metal theft on Billington and Farrington Industrial Estates. Please read through the following crime prevention advice:
Signs to look out for Unmarked vehicles at or near access points, construction or building sites. Most organisations have marked vehicles with visible company details, although some smaller companies or individual workers may not. Unfamiliar individuals loitering around access points, depot entrances or locations where at-risk items are located. Consider threat of internal crime – suspicious behaviour by employees/contractors. Check perimeter fencing for indicators of criminal reconnaissance such as markers tied to fencing. Check boundaries to look for gaps or damage which may be a sign of illegal access. Work taking place on construction or building sites outside of normal working hours. The local planning authority will know the hours attached to any planning consent within their area, so make an enquiry. Unlocked access gates into a building, construction or storage facility without any clear work taking place should always be investigated. Some criminals may use graffiti-style symbols to mark areas where there is cable, metal or other at-risk items suitable for stealing. Prevention Ensure CCTV systems are working and that images obtained are of good quality. Check perimeter CCTV to make sure individual cameras are not obscured by trees or have been damaged and are still providing coverage of the appropriate perimeter points. Ensure any alarm monitoring company has up to date contact details and has an effective escalation process should suspicious activity be seen at a site. Check site access points to ensure they are secure. Report any insecurities or concerns you may have to the police. Report any suspicious activity, or activity which is outside what you would normally expect to see, however insignificant it may seem. Engage with the local community around your site and encourage them to report suspicious activity to. Suspicious incidents can be reported to police, or by calling Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. What to do if your site is targeted It is crucial that you report this to police In the event of an emergency or a crime in progress, dial 999 In a non-emergency situation, you can call police on 101, or use the reporting tool at LANCASHIRE POLICE - Lancashire Constabulary" Avoid touching or disturbing a crime scene.
Kind Regards Sharon PCSO 7399
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