Hello Resident,

Here is an update for Burbage over the last week.

Report received of a Lurcher Greyhound that was taken from a garden in the Lychgate lane area. The dog was taken from a garden whilst the resident was out, on the morning of the 23rd between 04:00-08:00. It is suspected it was taken for hare coursing. The dog has since been handed in to a dog rescue centre and has been reunited with its owner, which is fantastic news. We generally do not get these types of issues in Burbage, but if you have a breed of dog that may be targeted, please be mindful around home security. 

A suspect has been arrested in Burbage following patrols by officers. Stop check completed and suspect arrested for drugs supply as well as other offences. This type of positive action can help to disrupt and prevent multiple types of crime in the area which has many impacts on the community. 

Whilst throughout the year, we get occasional reports of parcels being stolen from front gardens, please ensure that a “safe place” or trusted neighbour can be provided to delivery companies. With people buying expensive gifts online at this time of year, there may be an increase in this type of crime.

Report of diesel being taken from multiple vans at a location on Watling Street. Whilst these types of incidents are usually targeted at industrial estates, if you have a van at your property, please consider parking in a way that the fuel cap is difficult to get to. Building sites, large and small can also be targets for criminals and can get targeted for newly fitted items or tools that have been left on site. If you live by a new build and see anything or anyone suspicious, please call 999 immediately if you suspect there to be a crime in progress, especially overnight.  

HBBC - Public buildings and spaces around the borough are offering a warm welcome

The Warm Welcome initiative aims to ensure that everyone knows where they can go to meet other people, have a hot drink and keep warm for free. There may also be the opportunity to have a snack or a light meal, take part in activities such as crafts or playing board games, and to make use of computers or free Wi-Fi.

You can also access a range of information, support and guidance on issues such as energy efficiency, wellbeing, money and budgeting.

Our local community has embraced this initiative, and we are fortunate to have more than 50 venues around the borough, providing more than. These venues are open to all and cover a broad range of organisations, including community centres, churches, village halls, community libraries, charities and leisure venues.  

Barlestone, Barwell and Burbage | Warm welcome locations | Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council

We attended the Burbage Christmas Market which was once again a massive success. Great to see so many families and familiar faces. Lots of chats around crime, home security and local work. Items such as car key wallets were very popular this year so this will hopefully support in keeping incidents of car theft minimal over the coming months. Big thanks again to our Police volunteer Jackie, who really helps us in attending these events.

Thank you and take care. 

Darren 6035

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