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in the Eastleigh & Romsey Police Division.
We are grateful to Eastleigh Borough Council for providing this website with the support of Hampshire Police.
News further down this page
- 5 February Test Valley Specials hold events to mark National Specials Weekend
- 4 February Three charged following a burglary in Ampfield
- 3 February Neighbourhood Report Eastleigh District
- 4 February Burglary at an address in West End
- 4 February Police appeal following three daytime burglaries in Chandler's Ford
- 2 February Police appeal following two burglaries near Romsey
- 28 january Police appeal following an arson incident in Romsey
- 27 January Survey of residential properties
- 27 January Police appeal after stones thrown at a moving vehicle near Romsey
- 25 January Scam Awareness Campaign
In these pages you can find out what
Neighbourhood Watch sets out to do, whether there is an
existing Watch
scheme where you live, and
how to start
one if none exists at
present.
Communication is of vital importance. We publish a bi-monthly newsletter called watch out!, which is distributed free of charge to all member households in the Division, and the Police produce a weekly Crime Bulletin which is circulated by e-mail to our Coordinators. There are copies of recent Newsletters and Bulletins which you can read or download from this site. You can also contact us by e-mail.
There are three Police Stations in the
Division: Eastleigh, Romsey and Hedge End. We
give you their addresses, opening hours, and the names of the
Section Officers, Sergeants and Beat Officers responsible for
community policing across the Divisional area.
Finally we provide links to a variety of organisations,
both statutory and voluntary, which contribute to making this a
safe community in which to live.
5 February 2010
Test Valley Specials hold events to mark National
Specials Weekend
Members of the Hampshire Special Constabulary working in Test
Valley are holding a number of events to mark National Specials
Weekend.
Special Constabulary members nationwide will be involved in
the weekend, Saturday, February 6 and Sunday, February 7, which has
the aim of recruiting more people into this very important and
rewarding volunteer role.
Hundreds of men and women from all walks of life have already
taken up the challenge and joined the Special Constabulary. We are
looking for people with common sense and maturity who can spare a
minimum of four hours per week to patrol the streets of their
community alongside colleagues from the regular force.
Special Constables assist in the policing of public events,
from premier league football matches to the local village fete or
carnival. Whatever you do we can promise that you'll get a real
sense of pride and achievement by putting something really valuable
back into society.
Andover District Officer Bob Cooke said: "This year's event is
roads policing related. Special Constables in Test Valley will be
working as a team using spotters and conducting roadside stops to
identify any driver not wearing a seatbelt, using a mobile phone or
committing other driving offences.
"We will be issuing Fixed Penalty Notices or referring
motorists to Driver Awareness Training if they are found to be
committing an offence."
Drop in sessions for anyone interested in joining the Special
Constabulary are also being held:
- Wednesday, February 10 at Stockbridge and Romsey police stations between 7 and 9pm
- Thursday, February 11 at Andover police station between 7 and 9pm
The National Policing Improvement Agency is responsible for
national policy on Specials.
Chief Constable Peter Neyroud, Chief Executive of the NPIA,
said: "Specials provide a unique link with the communities they
work within. They have a key role to play in neighbourhood policing
with the diverse skills and experiences drawn from a life outside
the force, as well as within. Specials are often frontline
responders, and a key part of this is the contribution that they
make is in Roads Policing, emphasising the importance of this
event."
For further information relating to Hampshire Special
Constabulary visit www.hampshire.police.uk
4 February 2010
Three charged following a burglary in
Ampfield
Three men have been charged with burglary and theft following
a burglary at an address in Straight Mile, Ampfield, Romsey at
approximately 3.15pm on Tuesday, February 2.
All three were due to appear at New Forest Magistrates Court
on Thursday, February 4:
22-year-old Steve Ryan Scriven of Kendal Avenue,
Southampton
21-year-old Daniel John Watkins of Puffin Close,
Southampton
20-year-old Scott Noel Waller of Quantock Road,
Southampton
An 18-year-old woman from Southampton has also been arrested
in connection with this incident. She has been bailed pending
further enquiries to report back to Andover police station on
Wednesday, March 17
Neighbourhood Report Eastleigh
District February 03, 2010
Crime Summary
Burglary Dwelling
Eastleigh Sector
29/01/2010 Whyteways, Eastleigh entry via insecure porch door, then front door coats containing vehicle keys and mobile phone stolen.
01/02/10 Shaftesbury Avenue, Chandler's Ford door forced whilst occupants at work jewellery, watches, laptop and digital camera stolen.
01/02/10 Shaftesbury Avenue, Chandler's Ford attempt to enter property by forcing door no entry gained.
01/02/10 Chalvington Road, Chandler's Ford front door forced with bodily pressure watch and digital camera stolen.
Hedge End Sector
29/01/2010 Thames Close, West End pole inserted through letter box noise woke occupant no entry gained.
31/01/10 Atlantic Park View, West End - attempt to enter property by fiddling with patio door lock noise disturbed occupant no entry gained.
01/02/10 Harbourne Gardens, West End entry via bathroom window television and music centre stolen.
02/02/10 Quob Farm Close, West End entry possibly via insecure door laptop and jewellery stolen.
Shed/Garage/Caravan/Vehicle Break in etc.
Eastleigh Sector
29/01/2010 Winchester Road, Fair Oak outbuilding broken into tools, trailer and cable removed.
30/01/10 Woodside Avenue, Eastleigh insecure pedal cycle stolen whilst left outside store.
31/01/10 Newtown Road, Eastleigh pedal cycle stolen from rear garden.
03/02/10 Newtown Road, Eastleigh entry gained to open office and purse removed later unsuccessfully tried to elicit pin number via telephone.
Hedge End Sector
28/01/2010 Little Kimble Walk, Hedge End entry to unlocked garage and pedal cycle stolen.
28/01/10 Botley Road, West End welding generator stolen after breaching a fence.
28/01/10 Long Lane, Bursledon Nintendo DSI stolen whilst bag left unattended in park.
29/01/10 Peewit Hill Close, Bursledon field entered and materials to build stables removed.
29/01/10 Heath House Gardens, Hedge End insecure garage entered and fishing equipment stolen.
29/01/10 Charles Watts Way, Hedge End tools stolen from building site.
01/02/10 Whites Way, Hedge End pedal cycle stolen from bike shed by breaking lock.
02/02/10 Cobbett Way, Botley shed forced open lights, lenses and fire hydrants removed.
02/02/10 Winchester Street, Botley metal frame to greenhouse stolen from allotment site.
03/02/10 High Street, Hamble entry by forcing window on roof cigarettes stolen.
03/02/10 Downland Close, Botley garage entered and alloy wheels stolen.
Crime Prevention Advice
"Think You Know What Your Child Is Doing On-line?"
National Safer Internet Week runs from 8th 14th February and Eastleigh Community Safety Partnership is holding an information stand in the Swan Centre on Tuesday 9th February between 9.30am and 1pm, with officers on hand to advise you.
For more information on how to stay in control of on-line risks and report abuse visit:
www.thinkuknow.co.uk
www.ceop.gov.uk
Free security advice is available from Barbara Clayton, the Crime Prevention Officer on
023 8068 8360.
For non emergencies dial 101, in an emergency dial 999.
To get in contact directly with the team call 101 (or from outside Hampshire and the Isle of Wight call 0845 045 45 45) or visit www.hampshire.police.uk
Speak to your local Safer Neighbourhoods Team when you see them out and about.
Crime Summary
Burglary Dwelling
Eastleigh Sector
29/01/2010 Whyteways, Eastleigh entry via insecure porch door, then front door coats containing vehicle keys and mobile phone stolen.
01/02/10 Shaftesbury Avenue, Chandler's Ford door forced whilst occupants at work jewellery, watches, laptop and digital camera stolen.
01/02/10 Shaftesbury Avenue, Chandler's Ford attempt to enter property by forcing door no entry gained.
01/02/10 Chalvington Road, Chandler's Ford front door forced with bodily pressure watch and digital camera stolen.
Hedge End Sector
29/01/2010 Thames Close, West End pole inserted through letter box noise woke occupant no entry gained.
31/01/10 Atlantic Park View, West End - attempt to enter property by fiddling with patio door lock noise disturbed occupant no entry gained.
01/02/10 Harbourne Gardens, West End entry via bathroom window television and music centre stolen.
02/02/10 Quob Farm Close, West End entry possibly via insecure door laptop and jewellery stolen.
Shed/Garage/Caravan/Vehicle Break in etc.
Eastleigh Sector
29/01/2010 Winchester Road, Fair Oak outbuilding broken into tools, trailer and cable removed.
30/01/10 Woodside Avenue, Eastleigh insecure pedal cycle stolen whilst left outside store.
31/01/10 Newtown Road, Eastleigh pedal cycle stolen from rear garden.
03/02/10 Newtown Road, Eastleigh entry gained to open office and purse removed later unsuccessfully tried to elicit pin number via telephone.
Hedge End Sector
28/01/2010 Little Kimble Walk, Hedge End entry to unlocked garage and pedal cycle stolen.
28/01/10 Botley Road, West End welding generator stolen after breaching a fence.
28/01/10 Long Lane, Bursledon Nintendo DSI stolen whilst bag left unattended in park.
29/01/10 Peewit Hill Close, Bursledon field entered and materials to build stables removed.
29/01/10 Heath House Gardens, Hedge End insecure garage entered and fishing equipment stolen.
29/01/10 Charles Watts Way, Hedge End tools stolen from building site.
01/02/10 Whites Way, Hedge End pedal cycle stolen from bike shed by breaking lock.
02/02/10 Cobbett Way, Botley shed forced open lights, lenses and fire hydrants removed.
02/02/10 Winchester Street, Botley metal frame to greenhouse stolen from allotment site.
03/02/10 High Street, Hamble entry by forcing window on roof cigarettes stolen.
03/02/10 Downland Close, Botley garage entered and alloy wheels stolen.
Crime Prevention Advice
"Think You Know What Your Child Is Doing On-line?"
National Safer Internet Week runs from 8th 14th February and Eastleigh Community Safety Partnership is holding an information stand in the Swan Centre on Tuesday 9th February between 9.30am and 1pm, with officers on hand to advise you.
For more information on how to stay in control of on-line risks and report abuse visit:
www.thinkuknow.co.uk
www.ceop.gov.uk
Free security advice is available from Barbara Clayton, the Crime Prevention Officer on
023 8068 8360.
For non emergencies dial 101, in an emergency dial 999.
To get in contact directly with the team call 101 (or from outside Hampshire and the Isle of Wight call 0845 045 45 45) or visit www.hampshire.police.uk
Speak to your local Safer Neighbourhoods Team when you see them out and about.
4 February 2010
Burglary at an address in West End
Police are appealing for information after a burglary at an
address in Harbourne Gardens, West End sometime between Tuesday,
January 26 and Monday, February 1.
A ground floor window was forced open to gain entry and the
property searched.
A music system and television were stolen.
Anyone who may have witnessed the burglary, or noticed
suspicious activity in this area of West End over the past week is
asked to contact PC Julie Swainston at Eastleigh police station on
101, or call Crimestoppers, the charity, anonymously on 0800 555
111.
Callers from outside Hampshire and the Isle of Wight should
dial 0845 045 45 45.
4 February 2010
Police appeal following three daytime burglaries in
Chandler's Ford
Police are appealing for information after some high value
jewellery and electrical items were stolen from three addresses in
Chandler's Ford between 6.45am and 4.30pm on Monday, February
1.
Two of the burglaries were at properties in Shaftesbury
Avenue, the third was at an address in Chalvington Road.
In all three cases ground floor doors were forced open to gain
entry and searches made of the property.
Many items of gold, silver and pearl jewellery were stolen
from the addresses as well as the following distinctive
items:
- A Cartier 'Roadster' gold and stainless steel watch worth £5600
- A Lassale gold and stainless steel watch worth £4000 (purchased in the 1980s for £1500 and now no longer made)
- A black Canon EOS 350D digital camera in a carry case worth £400
- A black Sony Cybershot digital camera in a case worth £200
- A Dell Inspiron laptop
- A Seiko 'Kinetic' watch
Police would like to speak to anyone who noticed suspicious
activity in this area of Chandler's Ford on Monday or may have been
offered these items for sale.
Anyone with information should contact PC Alex Spratt in the
Priority Crime Unit at Eastleigh police station on 101, or call
Crimestoppers, the charity, anonymously on 0800 555 111.
2 February 2010
Police appeal following two burglaries near
Romsey
Police are appealing for information following two attempted
burglaries at addresses in West Wellow and East Wellow between 9pm
on Friday, January 29 and 3am on Saturday, January 30.
Both incidents occurred at homes close to the A36 Salisbury to
Southampton Road.
Nothing was stolen from either address.
Police are appealing to anyone who may have noticed suspicious
activity or vehicles in the area on Friday night, or knows who
could be responsible to contact them.
Anyone with information should contact DC Nathan Turner in the
Priority Crime Unit at Andover police station on 101, or call
Crimestoppers, the charity, anonymously on 0800 555 111.
Callers from outside Hampshire and the Isle of Wight should
dial 0845 045 45 45.
1 February 2010
Man charged with deception offence in Fair
Oak
A man has been charged with wearing police uniform with intent
to deceive following an incident at Allington Manor Business
Centre, Allington Lane, Fair Oak at approximately 11.15pm on
Sunday, January 31.
18-year-old Robert Andrew Gordon White of Truro Rise,
Eastleigh is due to appear at Southampton Magistrates Court on
Tuesday, February 16.
Natalie
Galloway
215/010210
023 80 604730
28 January 2010
Police appeal following an arson incident in
Romsey
Police in Romsey are appealing for information after a car was
set on fire in Sandy Lane at approximately 9.15pm on Wednesday,
January 27.
The blue coloured Ford KA 'V' registration car was completely
burnt out as a result of the blaze.
Two white men of large build were seen to run from then scene
and get into a silver 'N' registration BMW 525.
Anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has any
information is asked to contact officers at Romsey police station
on 101, or call Crimestoppers, the charity, anonymously on 0800 555
111.
Callers from outside Hampshire and the Isle of Wight should
dial 0845 045 45 45.
Natalie
Galloway
194/280110
023 80 604730
January 27, 2010 Neighbourhood Report Eastleigh
District
Crime Summary
Burglary Dwelling
Eastleigh Sector
25/01/2010 Southampton Road, Eastleigh flat entered via previously broken window and damage
caused within.
27/01/2010 Lakewood Road, Chandler's Ford entry by forcing back door electrical items stolen.
Hedge End Sector
21/01/2010 Swincombe Rise, West End integral garage entered and wine and tools stolen no entry gained to house.
23/01/2010 Eden Road, West End - up and over door to integral garage forced power tools, alcohol and paperwork stolen no entry to house.
25/01/2010 Gatcombe Gardens, West End entry by breaking glass in patio door electrical items
stolen.
25/01/2010 Long Close Road, Hedge End attempt break at premises via front door no entry
gained.
Shed/Garage/Caravan/Vehicle Break in etc.
Eastleigh Sector
21/01/2010 Mortimers Lane, Fair Oak green keepers shed broken into - tools and machinery
equipment stolen.
21/01/2010 George Curl Way, Eastleigh cable stolen from yard.
21/01/2010 Cox Row, Chandler's Ford two motor saws stolen from rear of premises.
22/01/2010 Chickenhall Lane, Eastleigh condensing unit stolen from outside building.
22 & 23/01/2010 Market Street/Leigh Road purses removed from handbags whilst owners shopping in Town Centre.
24/01/2010 Stoneham Lane, Eastleigh entry to rectory by kicking door wine stolen and emptied in graveyard.
25/01/2010 High Street, Eastleigh cycle stolen from outside charity shop.
Hedge End Sector
22/01/2010 Dodwell Lane, Bursledon gas cylinders, which were chained to wall, stolen.
23/01/2010 High Street, West End exterior door panel and inner door window smashed to gain entry nothing stolen.
23/01/2010 Barle Close, West End entry by forcing up and over garage doors property removed.
23/01/2010 Stour Close, West End - padlock on garage door broken off two mountain bikes stolen.
24/01/2010 Webburn Gardens, West End attempt to enter garage and garden shed by tampering
with locks.
24/01/2010 Windermere Road, West End unlocked garage doors opened and public address system stolen.
24/01/2010 Hamble Lane, Bursledon purse stolen from trolley whilst at store checkout.
25/01/2010 Heath House Lane, Hedge End window in garage forced open two quad bikes stolen.
25/01/2010 Orchard Court, Botley cycle removed from side of house.
27/01/2010 Grange Road, Netley Abbey entry via window and safe removed.
27/01/2010 Southern Road, West End two cycles stolen from garden.
Crime Overview
Total crime is down by 11% for the whole of Western OCU, which covers Eastleigh, Andover
and the New Forest, when comparing last year to this year for the period from April 1, to date.
During January 2010 a total of just 58 crimes per day were committed over the whole of
Western OCU.
Crime Prevention Advice
Potential Telephone Scam linked to Digital UK Switchover
The police are continuing to raise your awareness against giving your bank details out over the
phone, with many people still suffering the effects of the recession, some unscrupulous people
are taking the opportunity to telephone consumers to run cons .........."you have won
a competition and we need your bank details to authorise the payment " , and in particular
while the digital switch over is still in progress there have been reports in other parts of the
country of payments being requested over the phone in relation to this process.
The message is "Never give your bank details or pin number out to anyone over the phone, not
even anyone claiming to be a police officer."
Free security advice is available from Barbara Clayton, the Crime Prevention Officer on
023 8068 8360.
For non emergencies dial 101, in an emergency dial 999.
To get in contact directly with the team call 101 (or from outside Hampshire and the Isle of Wight call 0845 045 45 45) or visit www.hampshire.police.uk
Speak to your local Safer Neighbourhoods Team when you see them out and about.
Crime Summary
Burglary Dwelling
Eastleigh Sector
25/01/2010 Southampton Road, Eastleigh flat entered via previously broken window and damage
caused within.
27/01/2010 Lakewood Road, Chandler's Ford entry by forcing back door electrical items stolen.
Hedge End Sector
21/01/2010 Swincombe Rise, West End integral garage entered and wine and tools stolen no entry gained to house.
23/01/2010 Eden Road, West End - up and over door to integral garage forced power tools, alcohol and paperwork stolen no entry to house.
25/01/2010 Gatcombe Gardens, West End entry by breaking glass in patio door electrical items
stolen.
25/01/2010 Long Close Road, Hedge End attempt break at premises via front door no entry
gained.
Shed/Garage/Caravan/Vehicle Break in etc.
Eastleigh Sector
21/01/2010 Mortimers Lane, Fair Oak green keepers shed broken into - tools and machinery
equipment stolen.
21/01/2010 George Curl Way, Eastleigh cable stolen from yard.
21/01/2010 Cox Row, Chandler's Ford two motor saws stolen from rear of premises.
22/01/2010 Chickenhall Lane, Eastleigh condensing unit stolen from outside building.
22 & 23/01/2010 Market Street/Leigh Road purses removed from handbags whilst owners shopping in Town Centre.
24/01/2010 Stoneham Lane, Eastleigh entry to rectory by kicking door wine stolen and emptied in graveyard.
25/01/2010 High Street, Eastleigh cycle stolen from outside charity shop.
Hedge End Sector
22/01/2010 Dodwell Lane, Bursledon gas cylinders, which were chained to wall, stolen.
23/01/2010 High Street, West End exterior door panel and inner door window smashed to gain entry nothing stolen.
23/01/2010 Barle Close, West End entry by forcing up and over garage doors property removed.
23/01/2010 Stour Close, West End - padlock on garage door broken off two mountain bikes stolen.
24/01/2010 Webburn Gardens, West End attempt to enter garage and garden shed by tampering
with locks.
24/01/2010 Windermere Road, West End unlocked garage doors opened and public address system stolen.
24/01/2010 Hamble Lane, Bursledon purse stolen from trolley whilst at store checkout.
25/01/2010 Heath House Lane, Hedge End window in garage forced open two quad bikes stolen.
25/01/2010 Orchard Court, Botley cycle removed from side of house.
27/01/2010 Grange Road, Netley Abbey entry via window and safe removed.
27/01/2010 Southern Road, West End two cycles stolen from garden.
Crime Overview
Total crime is down by 11% for the whole of Western OCU, which covers Eastleigh, Andover
and the New Forest, when comparing last year to this year for the period from April 1, to date.
During January 2010 a total of just 58 crimes per day were committed over the whole of
Western OCU.
Crime Prevention Advice
Potential Telephone Scam linked to Digital UK Switchover
The police are continuing to raise your awareness against giving your bank details out over the
phone, with many people still suffering the effects of the recession, some unscrupulous people
are taking the opportunity to telephone consumers to run cons .........."you have won
a competition and we need your bank details to authorise the payment " , and in particular
while the digital switch over is still in progress there have been reports in other parts of the
country of payments being requested over the phone in relation to this process.
The message is "Never give your bank details or pin number out to anyone over the phone, not
even anyone claiming to be a police officer."
Free security advice is available from Barbara Clayton, the Crime Prevention Officer on
023 8068 8360.
For non emergencies dial 101, in an emergency dial 999.
To get in contact directly with the team call 101 (or from outside Hampshire and the Isle of Wight call 0845 045 45 45) or visit www.hampshire.police.uk
Speak to your local Safer Neighbourhoods Team when you see them out and about.
27 January 2010
To all Neighbourhood Watch Coordinators in Eastleigh
Borough - please pass on to your members
Every 5 years we have a legal duty to carry out a survey of
the condition of residential properties within our borough.
In partnership with CPC we will be surveying 1,500 properties and
we are intending to start these from 8th February
2010. The occupants of the properties, chosen at random, will
be contacted directly by CPC using Eastleigh Borough Council headed
paper to book appointments for these surveys.
27 January 2010
Police appeal after stones thrown at a moving vehicle near
Romsey
Police are appealing for information after a vehicle being
driven along the A3057 from Stockbridge to Romsey was damaged by
stones thrown at it from a passing vehicle.
An Audi A2 was being driven passed the Bear and Ragged Staff
pub, just outside Timsbury sometime between 10.20 and 10.40pm on
Monday, January 25 when it was overtaken by a blue coloured
vehicle.
The occupants of the blue vehicle threw stones at the Audi as
they overtook causing damage. The driver, a man in his 60s, was
uninjured.
Police are appealing for any information which may assist in
identifying the blue vehicle. This type of behaviour could have
resulted in a road traffic collision, causing injury to the
driver.
Anyone with information is asked to contact officers at Romsey
police station on 101, or call Crimestoppers, the charity,
anonymously on 0800 555 111.
Callers from outside Hampshire and the Isle of Wight should
dial 0845 045 45 45.
To all Neighbourhood Watch Coordinators - please pass
on to your members
February 2010 has been designated Scams Awareness
Month. This is a national campaign to raise awareness of
scams. It is run by the Office of Fair Trading and is supported
locally by Hampshire County Council's Trading Standards
Service.
Examples of scams include fake lotteries where the victim is
told that they have won vast sums but have to pay a small amount to
release the winnings. If they respond to this, they are then asked
for increasing sums and the victim is drawn in and can lose vast
amounts of money. In one case we have dealt with, the victim has
paid out over £100,000 and is now at risk of losing her home.
The website www.thinkjessica.com gives
real examples of the way scams can devastate lives. A major problem
can be convincing the victim that it is a scam and persuading them
to stop sending money.
In most cases the scams come from outside the EU where Trading
Standards have no jurisdiction and are therefore powerless to stop
them at source. They are therefore raising awareness to stop people
falling for them.
The message is -
Beware of all unsolicited mail If it looks too good to be true it probably is. In particular genuine competitions will never ask you to pay to obtain a prize you are said to have won
Throw any scam mailings away in the recycling bin
Anyone responding to a scam mailing risks going on a so-called "suckers list" and be deluged with mail
If you know of a vulnerable person who receives excessive unsolicited mail it could be because they are a victim. It is worth talking to them about it or flagging up with carers
If you are the victim of a scam call Consumer Direct on 08454 04 05 06
Local events: Stand at ASDA,
Chandler's Ford, on Thursday, 11 February
If your group would like a talk or further information call Trading Standards on 01962 833620 or e-mail: doorstep.crime@hants.gov.uk
