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Date Received
Police Log No
Content
29 June 2011
KA/11/262
An elderly gentleman in the Foxhill area of Axminster was surprised to find a man in his kitchen about mid-day on Monday the 27th. This man had a hat worn very low on his head so we are unable to give a description. Nothing was stolen from the property, but your local policing team would like to remind you to keep front and rear entrances locked even when you are present in the house. If you go into gardens or garages, do not leave back doors, open always secure them. If you have any knowedge of this icident contact 08452 777 444 quoting crime no KA/11/262.
29 June 2011
67
There has been a Ram raid early this morning in Dawlish. The police are tracking where the vehicle used in this attack has been since it's theft from a Torquay address on 27th up to the ram raid early this morning. The occupants may have booked into accommodation or slept rough, did you see the vehicle a Silver Range Rover EFI Estate reg no. F837 RMT during this time or have 2 or 3 males staying with you that seemed suspicious in anyway? The vehicle the offenders drove off in is described as a light coloured estate vehicle with a missing rear number plate. If you have any information please contact 08452 777 444 quoting log no. 67 29/06/11.
4 May 2011
144
There has been a break in to a shop in Axminster. Approx. 25 pairs of sunglasses are amongest the stolen items. If anyone offers sunglasses for sale please take their details and contact 08452 777 444 quoting police log 144 04/05/11.
6 Apr 2011
KA/11/119
3 statues of children were removed from a property in Smallridge between Friday 1st April and 4th. The statues were made of bronze and life size so would have been heavy, 2 are sitting and 1 is laying down. If you have any information regarding these please contact 08452 777 444 quoting crime no KA/11/119
29 Mar 2011
672
Several distraction burglaries have been committed in the Devon area in the last few days.In some incidents the offender claims to be from the Water board in others the Gas board, these are thought to be being carried out by one male. This male is described as; in his 20's, 5ft 6ins tall with short black hair. Please be suspicious of any cold callers, ask for identification and let no one into your house you do not know, however plausible, until you are certain they are legitimate. Cold callers should expect to be challenged these days. Thank you.
18 Mar 2011
518
The improving weather at this time of year usually brings out the rogue builders or roofers. We have had several reports already. Please be reminded never employ tradesmen who cold call at your door. The risks are simply too great. Shoddy workmanship, very high prices which change as the job progresses, unnecessary work, and intimidation if you don't pay promptly are only some of them. It is much safer to use local tradesmen of known good reputation who should offer a written quote and a guarantee. If you feel that you have been deceived, please call the police or Trading Standards with details of the company involved.
Please phone us with any information on 08452 777 444.
15 Mar 2011
209
Our previous message relating to rogue tarmaccers scored a hit. A community messaging recipient responded promptly, enabling police to stop-check and identify the occupants of a vehicle. Although no actual offences were committed in this case these people will have realised that their card is now marked and may not try their tricks here for a while. The police officers involved were suspicious but there was not enough evidence to take direct action. Well done that recipient.
15 Mar 2011
301
Persons have been reported as offering tarmac work in the Budleigh Salterton area yesterday 14th March. Please be aware of the risks of employing such callers. The standard of work and the cost will often not be what you expect. Threats and intimidation are also employed to get the customer to pay outrageous prices, especially the elderly and vulnerable. Please have nothing to do with these people and look out for neighbours who may be approached. All suspicious callers should be reported to the police.  Please phone us with any information on 08452 777 444.
8 Feb 2011
338
The Annual Conference of the East & Mid Devon Community Safety Partnership will be held on Wednesday 13th April at The Victory Hall in Broadclyst EX5 3EE. The conference will start at 9:30am, there will be the chance to talk with the staff of the Police, Fire & Rescue and Devon Youth Service all involved in partnership to reduce crime. Presentations by Partners of the work done and the work yet to come to reduce crime and disorder, finishing with a buffet lunch at 1pm. All are welcome simply contact 01884 234997 to book your place. Thank you.
12 Jan 2011
There has been a report of an elderly lady receiving a phone call in the Stockland area from a well spoken lady asking questions such as do you live alone, her age etc. We would like to remind residents not to give any of their details out to anyone across the phone who rings them. Thank you.
Please phone us with any information on 08452 777 444.
23 Nov 2010
134
Emails are being received featuring a link to the Crimestoppers website. The e-mail describes what to do if you receive a card posted through your front door from a company called PDS (Parcel Delivery Service) designed to encourage members of the public to call a premium rate number through which they will be billed £315.The e-mail states that for more information see the "Crime Stoppers" website, followed by a link to the Crimestoppers site. We can confirm that this e-mail was not issued by Royal Mail, Trading Standards Institute or Crimestoppers. If you received this or a similar e-mail please do not respond to it. To report this scam and obtain more information on scams please visit the Consumer Direct website - http://www.consumerdirect.gov.uk/watch_out/
Please phone us with any information on 08452 777 444.
10 Nov 2010
179
Several vehicles have been broken into overnight in the residential roads across our area. Please be advised that with the coming of the festive season thieves will be on the lookout for rich pickings left in vehicles. Place stat navs and expensive equipment out of sight and do not leave gifts on display in parked cars when shopping. If possible remove costly items into your house. Remember that as the festive season approaches other less honest people are looking around for gifts, don't leave yours on display in your home or your car and always leave these secure. Thank you.
Please phone us with any information on 08452 777 444.
4 Nov 2010
KA/10/597
There has been a dwelling burglary in the Kilmington area overnight 2nd Nov to 3rd. Would all residents be extra vigilant for any suspicious activity around your or your neighbouring properties and report it as it is happening to 08452 777 444 quoting police crime no. KA/10/597. Thank you.
12 Oct 2010
Phonecalls are being received in our area from a male purporting to be from Microsoft saying they are experiencing problems in our area and need to log on to your computer to solve the problem. Do not under any circumstances have anything to do with this. It could result in him clogging up your computer and charging a fee to sort it out, or worse gaining access to your on line bank accounts. Thank you
29 Sept 2010
363
The police would like to remind home owners that if you have a cold caller at your door trying to sell items, you are not under obligation to buy. Often these items are over priced. If you have a caller at your door and feel that their sales technique is too high pressured simply say no and close the door. If you do not recognise a person calling at your door you are not obliged to answer it. If you have any information regarding such incidents contact 08452 777 444 with their details and direction of travel quoting log 363 29/09/10. Thank you
6 Sept 2010
KA/10/508
There has been a spate of shed burglaries in the area of Kilmington between Thursday 2nd September and Saturday 4th September 2010. Please be vigilant and report any suspicious activity promptly to the Police. Anyone with any information please contact the Police on 08452 777444 quoting Crime No. KA/10/508. Thank you.
1 Sept 2010
46
There was a break in the early hours of this morning to a Post Office in the Chardstock area. 2 men broke the lower pane of the front entrance with a sledge hammer and stole a quantity of cigerettes and pouch tobacco. The 2 are described as both wearing walking jackets with hoods up, 1 with light blue jeans, white trainers and a white hooded top, the other dark trousers, light sailors jacket with tabs & zips and Bench branding. They were using a green vehicle which could be a Fiesta. If you are offered cut price cigerettes for sale or have any knowledge regarding this crime contact 08452 777 444 quoting police log 46 01/09/10
12 July 2010
381
Please be advised of the following.  It has been reported to us that two males were acting suspiciously and were seen to look into peoples gardens possibly for copper and batteries in the Membury area this morning, 12th July.  These gentlemen were in possession of a white Iveco Daily tipper van registration no. WA54FXM.  If you have seen these gentlemen and their vehicle please contact the Police on 08452 777444 quoting Log No. 381 of 12th July 2010. Thank you.
7 July 2010
387
There have been a couple of incidents overnight of sheds being broken into in the Raymonds Hill area of Axminster.  If you see any suspicious activity around the sheds and outbuildings in your area note the details and ring the police straightaway.  If you have any information please contact 08452 777 444 quoting police log 386 07/07/10
23 June 2010
341
There has been an incident this morning of an elderly lady pressured into buying household items at her door in the Crogg Lane area of Uplyme.  The seller charged highly for these items.  Have you had a call from this doorstep seller today? If you have any information please call straightaway on 08452 777 444 quoting police log 341 23/06/10.  If in doubt close the door on these sellers and purchase what you need from a reputable shop.  Thank you.
11 June 2010
579
The police are having calls from all over the area from householders that are receiving call from a Security Company trying to sell alarms systems.  They operate aggressive hard sell tactics on the phone and make appointments to call on householders.  They are make misleading and false claims that they are the only system that police attend.  Please advise all your neighbours especially the vunerable ones just to put down the phone on these callers.  Thank you.
8 June 2010
717
We warn you of a trick being played on Motorists in our area it is well known in other parts of the country. A motorist is flagged down by the occupants of another vehicle who state that they have run out of fuel and need cash. They offer gold jewellry in exchange. Have nothing to do with this. The jewellry is worthless. A silver Mercedes and a red Toyota with males of eastern european appearance were involved in this particular incident.
 Please phone us with any information on 08452 777 444.
2 June 2010
128
There has been a spate of burglaries in the Axminster area overnight last night 1st June 2010. Please check your security. All access points should be secured before retiring for the night. If you can help with information or reports of suspicious activity please call 08452 777444 and let us know.
27 May 2010
KE/10/1205
There are males, aged 18 to 25  in our area peddling household items and cheap toys door to door. Recently an elderly lone female was charged £100 for goods with a realistic value of £20. If you are approached by these people and feel vulnerable or pressured we would ask you to call 999. Quote crime KE/10/1205 and that this is a PACT Priority. Door to door pedlars must have a Devon and Cornwall Constabulary licence to work in this force area. If their licence is from Nottingham or other county ring the police.
 Please phone us with any information on 08452 777 444.
19 May 2010
191
The police are looking for a blue Transit panel van that could be parked around the Sidmouth area today but will be traveling and staying in the East Devon area for a few days.  The registation no of this van is FV08WGW. If you see this vehicle parked please contact 08452 777 444 quoting police log 191 19/05/10.  Thank you.
11 May 2010
124
The have been cold callers at the door of a rural property in Hawkchurch near Axminster.  The gentleman was offering a half load of tarmac.  He was using a white Transit van. Please always use a professional when undergoing maintenance to your property, often callers at your door given a low price, but also a low quality.  Thank you.
 Please phone us with any information on 08452 777 444.
16 Apr 2010
There have been a no. of breaks to sheds in the Bridport area over the last week.  Your local Axminster Policing team has been informed that the group carrying out these offences could continue into our area. Please be vigilant and check the security of your outbuildings and sheds.
Please phone us with any information on 08452 777 444.
31 Mar 2010
KN 10 113
Please be aware that an unattended vehicle was broken into in the Colyton area on Saturday the 27th March. This type of crime is likely to be on the increase as the Easter Weekend approaches and the number of visitors also increases. Ensure all unattended vehicles are secured and nothing of value is left on view to attract thieves. Isolated car parks are particularly vulnerable. Please warn family or friends who may be visiting you. Any suspicious activity should be reported promptly to the police.
Please phone us with any information on 08452 777 444.
12 Feb 2010
536
A member of the public has received a call from a company who state that they can recover refunds for people that may have overpaid on insurances. They request bank card details. Please do not give your details out to anyone across the phone especially if they contact you these calls are a scam. Thank you
9 Feb 2010
476
We have received a report of a caller in Shute Axminster trying to sell Compost Door to Door. The reporting person was rightly suspicious and sent them on their way. It is never a good idea to purchase anything from someone you don't know at your door. Tales like we were doing a job down the road and have a bit of compost, tarmac, concrete etc left over are always a danger sign and should put you on your guard.
Please phone us with any information on 08452 777 444.
29 Jan 2010
284
The next Police Authority Liaison Meeting to be held in the East Devon area will take place on Thursday, 25 February 2010 at 7.30pm in The Main Hall, Guildhall, West Street, Axminster EX13 5NX Please contact  Devon & Cornwall Police Authority on 01392 268333 if further information is required.
8 Jan 2010
During this extreme weather the public has their part to play.  The 999 system should only be used for emergencies and A&E departments only visited when necessary. Please consider using Minor Injuries Units at community hospitals. Phone ahead before leaving home if you have an NHS appointment or intend to use a Minor Injury Unit. If you have to travel, monitor the traffic and weather conditions and plan journeys by using the Highways Agency website, listening to DAB digital 'Traffic Radio' or local radio stations, or by calling the Highways Agency information line (08457 50 40 30). Remember to take a charged mobile phone, wear sensible footwear, warm clothing and carry blankets, a shovel, food and water if travelling by car. Even at home, everyone is urged to make sure that they wrap up warm, and have plenty of hot drinks throughout the day.If you have elderly or vulnerable neighbours, please keep an eye out for them and stay in regular contact to make sure they are OK. Thank you