Western ward residents,

Just a bit of advice to pass on to you all during the incoming festive season.

I am sure you are just like me very busy this time of year with shopping buying gifts for loved ones however we do not want you to become a victim of what appears to be a rising issue across the country.

When choosing your parcels to be delivered please consider changing you safe place found on most parcel delivery company e mails / websites.

We are seeing an increase where parcels are left on doorsteps whilst you are out which gives opportunist thieves that chance to steal that special gift.

Along with that message when shopping please don't leave other parcels / valuables on show in your cars.

Please be aware and extra vigilant and remember if you see anything suspicious report it to us. 

Kind regards

Pc 1228 Dave Martin 

Western ward beat team officer