NE10/09 Neighbourhood Policing Newsletter

Belgrave Beat – Update

Below is a look at this week’s activity:

🔹 Retail Crime – Investigation Underway

Officers responded to a theft from a local store, immediately engaging with staff and gathering evidence. Thanks to swift partnership working with businesses, a suspect has now been identified, and enquiries continue.

🔹 Safeguarding Children – Protective Measures in Place

PC Thomas and PCSO Spendilow attended a sensitive safeguarding incident involving vulnerable children. Officers ensured protective measures were put in place quickly, working with partner agencies to secure positive outcomes and appropriate follow‑up support.

🔹 Community Beat Surgery – BAPS Temple

PCSO Spendilow attended the community beat surgery at BAPS Temple, meeting with residents to discuss concerns, offer crime prevention advice, and strengthen community relationships.

🔹 Patch Patrol with Turning Point

Neighbourhood officers joined forces with a Turning Point community worker to carry out a targeted patch patrol. Officers engaged with the public, identified alcohol and drug-related concerns, and provided information about available support services.

🔹 Community Engagement – EVA FM Radio

PCSO Spendilow and Police Volunteer Farida (5544) visited EVA FM radio station for community engagement and planning future collaborative projects aimed at supporting local residents.

🔹 Welfare Visit for a Vulnerable Victim

Sgt Mistry and PC Thomas attended a vulnerable victim, conducting a welfare check and putting measures in place to ensure ongoing safety. The victim expressed their gratitude for the visit and continued support.

🔹 Assault on a Young Person – Rapid Response

PC Whitehead (4708) and PCSO Spendilow were deployed to a vulnerable young person who had been assaulted in a park. The individual was safeguarded, transported safely home, and provided support. A suspect was identified, arrested, and is currently in police custody.

🔹 Closure Order Extension Secured

PC Thomas has successfully worked to obtain a further three‑month extension to a closure order on a problematic property linked to community harm. This measure will continue to protect vulnerable neighbours and reduce ongoing anti‑social behaviour in the area.

🔹 Ramadan Patrols – Traffic Offence & Vehicle Seizure

While conducting evening Ramadan patrols, PC Whitehead and PCSO Spendilow spotted a vehicle attempting to drive the wrong way down a one‑way street. The driver had no licence, was reported for the offences, and the vehicle was seized.

🔹 Ramadan Command Team Engagement

PC Thomas and PCSO Spendilow, accompanied by Sgt Mistry (Bronze Commander for Ramadan), continue to lead on evening patrols throughout the celebration period. The team looks forward to ongoing engagement with residents and visitors, ensuring a safe, supportive, and visible policing presence.

🌙 Ramadan Mubarak

To all who are observing, we wish you a peaceful, safe, and blessed month.
Leicestershire Police