All residents should ensure that no items of value are left in vehicles whilst unattended and in all circumstances vehicles should be locked and alarmed where possible. Our recent crime has come where suspects are entering insecure cars and stealing items from within. Leaving cars insecure is careless and may effect any insurance claim you may wish to make.In other cases we have seen registration plates stolen from cars overnight. Please be aware and report suspicious behaviour.Sheds are also being targeted and I would urge residents to consider photographing items of value and record any serial numbers or equipment such as lawn mowers and hedge cutters. Residents should make efforts to secure outbuildings and where possible give consideration to lighting and alarms.Please pass the word to other local residents that anything suspicious should be reported. Local officers are committed to bringing to justice those who commit offences and would relish the opportunity to convict those responsible.If you see something happening (suspect breaking into a shed or car) phone 999. Any other behaviour that is deemed non urgent should be reported to Essex Police using 0300 3334444.If you require further advice please feel free to contact your local Neighbourhood Specialist Officer.

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PC Hayden - Dunmow - 07989174801
PC Healey - Hatfield Heath - 07779316979
PC Bastendorff - Stansted - 07801461666
PC Saunders - Felsted - 07779085616