Distraction Burglaries
There have been recent incidents of distraction burglaries in the North Area of the county, including one incident in Thurmaston. These incidents are targeted at elderly and vulnerable residents.

Two men, aged late twenties/early thirties, are involved and are believed to use a Silver Subaru car. The approach is usually for one man to engage the householder in conversation regarding gardening work while the other burgles the property.

If you see these men, or any other suspicious incidents, please ring the Police immediately. They are very keen to talk to these individuals.
- posted by allan @ 9:49 PM

 
The Cowboys are back.
Cowboy garden contractors have been seen around the village recently, targeting elderly and vulnerable residents.

Our Advice:-
If the vehicle does not display a permanent address or only a mobile phone No, be very wary.
There are established businesses in Birstall that will be very happy to quote for any work you may require.
- posted by allan @ 11:27 AM

 
Birstall Burglaries.
Two houses in Birstall were burgled between midnight and 6.00am on Monday 7th November.

1) Holt Road, Birstall. Stereo equipment, a set of alloy wheels and a drill were taken.

2) Roman Road, Birstall. A camera and a silver Ford Fiesta were taken.

Also on the same date, and during the same time period, petrol was siphoned from a car parked on a driveway in Blenhiem Road, Birstall.

If you are offered any of these goods, saw anything suspicious, or hear any other information please ring the police on (0116) 2222222 and leave a message for PC Jamie Hughes No. 0826.
- posted by allan @ 8:19 PM

 
GRAFFITI.
There have been various graffitti attacks around the village recently, particularly in the area of the School Lane Playing Fields.
Considerable effort has been made to identify the 'Tags' of these vandals, including the circulation of photographs.
This has resulted in some success and it is believed that certain individuals will be facing the courts in the near future.
If you see anyone engaged in this activity or have any other information, let us or the police know.
- posted by allan @ 9:46 AM