Message from Leicestershire Police.
Most of you will be aware of a suspected 'Car Bomb' incident in the centre of London. The following is a message received from the Leicestershire Police:-

1) There is no known or suspected connection between the incident in London and the Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland area.

2) Over the next few days, due to a general increase in security levels, there will be an increase in police activity in all town centres, major shopping centres and large organised events.

3) Although there is no known specific risk, everyone is asked to remain vigilant. Please report any suspicions or suspicious activity immediately by ringing 999.

The purpose of this message is both to advise and reassure the general public.
- posted by allan @ 8:59 PM

 
Graffiti - youth charged
A local youth charged in connection with an incident of graffiti in the village has appeared at Leicester Magistrates Court and been given a supervision order.
Graffiti is a problem in the village and the police are determined to make arrests and put the culprits into court whenever possible.
- posted by allan @ 9:15 AM

 
Theft from shop.
Overnight on Tuesday 5th/Wednesday 6th June, glass at the front of a shop on Wanlip Avenue was broken and it is believed a pair of training shoes were stolen.
Did you see or hear anything suspicious? Please report any information on (0116) 2222222.
- posted by allan @ 12:11 PM

 
SAT-NAV theft.
Overnight on Monday 4th/Tuesday 5th June a window was smashed on a car in Walker Road and the SAT-NAV unit stolen.
Did you hear or see anything suspicious? Please report any information on (0116) 2222222.

Our advice is to always remove these units every time the vehicle is left parked, and whenever possible to also remove the mounting brackets.
- posted by allan @ 12:01 PM