Break ins to sheds and other outbuildings

Please be aware that overnight we have received a large amount of reports regarding breaks to sheds and other outbuildings across the Horsham District.

 

Allotments:

 

Get to know your neighbours on the allotment. If they know you, they are more likely to be suspicious if someone else is on your plot.

Do not leave expensive tools or equipment on the site unattended.

 

Garages/Sheds and other outbuildings:

 

Ensure the outside buildings are in good condition.

Consider fitting concealed hinges to prevent criminals from undoing screws or bolts.

Check that fittings are bolted through the door and reinforced at the back with a steel plate or washer.

Fit good quality locks to all the doors.

It is important to use locks at all times, even if you are at home. Always keep keys safe and out of sight.

 

Property:

 

Secure all items which could be easily removed - they could be used to break into your house.

Security mark or paint any property.

Take photos of any valuable garden ornaments. If they are stolen, Police can circulate the photographs to help with identification.

Ensure bicycles are security marked.

 

EMMA WALSH
PCSO Public Engagement Officer
Neighbourhood Policing Team, Horsham Police Station
Tel: 101 Ext. 530214 Mobile: 07717700807 Twitter: @Horsham_police

Theft of number plates

We have recently received reports about theft of number plates across Horsham District and would encourage anyone who has had their stolen to report it on 101. The offences have mainly occurred in Southwater and Braodbridge Heath/Warnham.

To stop your number plate from being stolen, you could try the following:

• Fit theft-proof screws or special number plates to your vehicle.
• ‘Clutch head’ screws are specially-designed to be virtually impossible to remove once they’ve been fitted. They are very cheap to buy and easy to fit.
• You can buy special number plates which are specifically designed to break apart if they are forcibly removed from your vehicle.

 

Remember to report any suspicious behaviour on 101 or if you see a crime taking place, 999. 

EMMA WALSH

PCSO Public Engagement Officer

Bogus Calling

Serial 0778 of 08/01/13 relates to a report of a possible bogus caller in the Forest Road area of Horsham.

 

On Wednesday 8^th January a report was received from a resident in Forest Road, Horsham that someone had knocked on their door stating that the drains were blocked and they could repair them for £3000.

 

When they were told the price was too high, the occupant was then contacted by a withheld number stating that the price could be lowered to £1500.

 

Please bare these type of callers in mind especially after the bad weather we have we experienced lately.

It may well be that this was a legitimate caller/business; however it is always worth examining and checking their identification.

 

Remember to never let someone in your house unless they are someone you know and trust and don’t immediately agree to any offer involving a significant amount of money, time or commitment.

 

EMMA WALSH

PCSO Public Engagement Officer
 

Neighbourhood Policing Team, Horsham Police Station
Tel: 101 Ext. 530214 Mobile: 07717700807 Twitter: @Horsham_police

Burglary

Serial 0351 of 03/01/14 relates to a burglary at a property in Gillet Court, Horsham.

 

Sometime between 1215 hours and 1630 hours on Thursday 2^nd January 2014 a property in Gillet Court, Horsham has been broken into.

 

It would appear the offender/s were able to gain access by a patio door at the front of the house.

 

£40 cash was stolen and an eternity ring with blue sapphires worth £120 was also stolen.

 

Police are appealing for anyone with information to call 101 quoting 0351 of 03/01/14.

 

EMMA WALSH

PCSO Public Engagement Officer
 

Neighbourhood Policing Team, Horsham Police Station

Tel: 101 Ext. 530214 Mobile: 07717700807 Twitter: @Horsham_police

Burglaries

Serial 0510 of 06/12/13 relates to a burglary at a property in Brushwood Road, Horsham.

 

Sometime between 1100 hours and 1145 hours on Friday 6^th December, a property in Brushwood Road has been broken into.

 

It would appear the offender/s were able to gain access by climbing the conservatory roof and entering through a window.

 

Several jewellery items were stolen.

 

Police are appealing for anyone with information to call 101 quoting 0510 of 06/12/13.

 

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Serial 0218 of 07/12/13 relates to a burglary at a property in Willow Road, Horsham.

 

At around 0245 hours on Saturday 7^th December, a property in Willow Road, Horsham was broken into and keys to a Porsche Cayenne were stolen.

 

The offender/s were able to gain access through the front door and used the keys to steal the vehicle.

 

Police were called and were able to track the offender/s. Two males were arrested for burglary.

 

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Serial 0437 of 09/12/13 relates to a burglary at a property in Kings Road, Horsham.

 

Sometime between Tuesday 3^rd December and 0950 hours on Monday 9^th December a property in Kings Road, Horsham has been broken into.

 

It would appear the offender/s were able to gain access by forcing a front window.

 

Nothing was stolen.

 

Police are appealing for anyone with information to call 101 quoting 0437 of 09/12/13.

 

EMMA WALSH

PCSO Public Engagement Officer
 

Neighbourhood Policing Team, Horsham Police Station

Tel: 101 Ext. 530214 Mobile: 07717700807 Twitter: @Horsham_police

Burglary

Serial 1459 of 30/11/13 relates to a burglary at a property in South Holmes Road, Horsham.

 

Sometime between 1400 hours and 2000 hours on Saturday 30^th November, a property in South Holmes Road, Horsham has been broken into.

 

It would appear that the offender/s were able to gain access by kicking the front door.

 

A TV, Playstation 3 console and blu-ray player were stolen.

 

Police are appealing for anyone with information to call 101 quoting 1459 of 30/11/13.

 

EMMA WALSH

PCSO Public Engagement Officer
 

Neighbourhood Policing Team, Horsham Police Station

Tel: 101 Ext. 530214 Mobile: 07717700807 Twitter: @Horsham_police

Scam Caller

Serial 0445 of 30/11/13 relates to a possible scam of an elderly lady in Timberlands, Storrington.

 

It is believed that on either Monday 25^th November or Tuesday 26^th November, a male has knocked on a door in Timberlands, Storrington stating that he was doing work in the area and that the roof of the property was damaged. The male has then entered the property and stated that there is water on top of a cupboard and water on a downstairs wall.

 

The male asked for a large amount of money, believed to be in the thousands. Unfortunately a description of the male is not available at this time.

 

We are appealing for anyone with information to call 101 quoting 0445 of 30/11/13.

 

Remember: If someone knocks on your door, always examine and check their identification.

 

Never let someone in your house unless they are someone you know and trust.

 

Don’t immediately agree to any offer involving a significant amount of money, time or commitment.

 

If you are interested in what a door-to-door salesperson has to offer, take time to find out about their business and their offer. Shop around to make sure you are getting a good deal. Confirm with charities that they are collecting in your area.

EMMA WALSH

PCSO Public Engagement Officer

Neighbourhood Policing Team, Horsham Police Station
Tel: 101 Ext. 530214 Mobile: 07717700807 Twitter: @Horsham_police