Now we have no Police House  in the village and have lost our very own
village Bobby the Neighbourhood Watch is very important. 

Vigilance is needed by everybody, who looks out for your road? If we are to keep our crime rate down to what we have been accustomed to we need more people to be involved with the Neighbourhood Watch. Please let Walter know if you can help or just send me an email or call round.

Have you had a problem with

unwanted phone calls & mail, High pressure sales

or trading scams

Here are some people who can help

Unwanted Mail :- Mail Preference Service

                                                            0845 70345599

Thinking of buying a Dog?

Police are again urging anyone considering buying a dog via the internet to be alert after further reports of a scam designed to get money under false pretences were received by officers. Suffolk Police issued a warning earlier this month after a Rendlesham resident spotted an advert on the internet for a Siberian husky puppy saying all that would be needed to buy the puppy was the cost of transportation several hundred pounds. The buyer was told there was a shipping company involved and was asked to pay half of the cost. She was then asked for more money as refundable insurance. In total £350 was sent off to an address in Africa. The buyer was then told that the dog was stuck at a UK airport and that further cash would be needed for permits and again several hundred pounds was requested. The buyer then contacted the airport and was told there were no dogs awaiting shipment. At this point it was realised this was a scam and no further money was handed over. Police have received several reports of residents in Ipswich, Stowmarket, Felixstowe and Bury St Edmunds being conned in a similar way in recent weeks with a variety of different dogs, usually puppies, including King Charles Spaniels, Pugs and English Bulldogs, being used to entice buyers. Police are urging anyone considering buying a dog off the internet to be cautious and not to send money if there are any doubts the seller may not be genuine. In many of these cases the buyers have transferred money to banks or addresses in Africa despite the seller often giving a story that they are UK based. As with any transaction it is always wise to speak to local sellers/ tradesmen to get quotes or view items before agreeing to purchase as many reputable companies/ dealers will be covered by other guarantees and trade association good practice.

Regards Police Direct Team

Beware

Police continue to urge residents never to give out personal information, particularly bank details, following reports that more Suffolk residents have fallen victim to a scam phone call from a man claiming to work for a telephone company.

In each case the victims have been contacted by a man who claimed to work for BT and who has managed to get card details by saying that there was an outstanding phone bill and that the phone would be cut off if immediate payment wasn't made. All of the calls have followed a similar pattern and in one case several withdrawals had been made on a card before it was cancelled.

In each case the caller had asked for key personal information including date of birth as well as card details. Police are urging residents never to give this information out over the phone. Genuine companies will not call and ask for this information or demand that you pay a bill in this manner.

Never give out any personal details, particularly password information, card details or information that could be used to access your bank accounts. Don't give information but try to take the name of the caller and the company they claim to work for. Then find a number for the company from a previous bill or bank statement or the phone book and call that number to check if they are genuine.

Even then you should not give out any personal information unless you are happy to do this. Please be alert when dealing with an unsolicited call whether they are in person or on the phone and never give out any information if you suspect they are not who they claim to be.

Police Direct Team

Please use the following link to pass any useful information to Suffolk Police about this incident.

http://www.suffolk.police.uk/News+And+Appeals/Report+Information+To+The+Police/Tell+The+Police.htm

Bogus Callers

Follow these top tips from Suffolk Police Crime Prevention experts to prevent Bogus Callers getting away with your valuables. If someone calls at your door: -

STOP
Think about whether or not you are expecting a call.
Before you answer the door make sure that your back door, or any other method of entry to your home, is locked.
Check who is calling by looking through the spy hole in your door or a nearby window.

CHAIN
If you have a door chain or bar, make sure that you use it and keep it on while you talk to the person on your doorstep.

CHECK
Make sure you check the details of your caller. Ask them to show you an identification card this should include their name, a photograph and the name and number of the company they represent.
Check that the photograph matches that of the caller. If a letter has been sent to you to prearrange the visit then make sure the name and details on the card are the same as that in the letter. Whenever possible arrange such visits when you know that you will have someone with you.
If an appointment has not been made, take the ID card from the caller, close and lock the door and check the details by looking the company and number up in the phone book or call directory enquiry's to check if the company is genuine.
Genuine callers will always carry photographic identification with them and will not mind waiting while you check it and confirm their identity.
Bogus callers can also turn up on your doorstep claiming to be builders or gardeners and may try and trick you into paying for unnecessary or overpriced work. Do not agree to have work done by someone who is just passing and never pay for any work before it is done. Don't believe scare stories, and don't let yourself be pressurized into a cash or quick sale.
Remember to note down the description of any unsolicited caller and if possible take down the colour, make and registration number of any vehicle they use as this information may help police to apprehend an offender.

If you have any concerns about the caller on your doorstep the message is simple & If in doubt, keep them out and call 999

If you need any further information please contact your local police station or Crime Reduction Officer at Suffolk Police on 01473 613500.



Police Direct Team

Who can believe that yet another year has gone by? As in previous years our area is relatively safe and has a low crime rate.
Two crimes on the increase in Suffolk have been metal thefts and plant and farm machinery.
If you notice any suspicious activity try record vehicle registration numbers. If urgent ring 999 with the details otherwise 01986 835300.
Did you know....?
In 3 out of 10 burglaries thieves do not have to use force? They get in through an open door or window!
A few tips how to keep your property safe and secure: If you have an intruder alarm - set it!
When you lock up at night check all ground floor windows are closed and locked.
If you have a ground floor bedroom have a security stay fitted to window for ventilation.
Always check your doors and windows are locked and secure when your home is unattended even for a couple of minutes.

Regards
Walter
Wangford NHW coordinator

In the last 12 months we have had 19 crimes in and around Wangford and 1/3rd of these have been thefts.
Trades men beware, lock your vans, buy a sticker to say that there are no tools left in your van over night, tint your windows and fit a car alarm, lets not make it easy for the crooks.

If you use fuel oil , fit a good pad lock to your tank as there have been oil thefts in the area and at todays prices you cannot aford to lose it.