A word from your local Inspector
In this month's newsletter you will see we are continuing to get out and about in the community to engage with people with our partners agencies.
The work we do with partner agencies is crucial into supporting you, the communities we serve. An example of this is detailed in this newsletter when we attended the Operation Respect Community Day.
We are also continuing to tackle anti-social behaviour issues with patrols in areas identified as hotspots.
Please continue to report incidents to us so we can work with partners tackle the issue.
Inspector Scott Adams
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Misuse of drugs act
On 21 August Community Beat Officers Catherine Higson and Sam Steele stop searched four young people under S12 Misuse of Drugs act in the area of The Line, Workington.
The searches were positive, with cannabis and drugs paraphernalia located.
Two crimes were submitted for possession of cannabis which are currently under investigation.
Anti-social behaviour
Abandoned building
Catherine responded to multiple reports of young people entering an abandoned building on Princess Street, Workington.
Officers attended on 19 August and several young people were found in the building. We issued six 'It's Your Choice' forms.
'It's Your Choice' forms are used to ensure we update parents on the behaviour of their children for those offences that fall below a criminal offence. The forms result in letters being sent home, home visits, and intervention work to change behaviour.
Town centre
On 21 August ,Catherine and Sam issued further 'It's Your Choice' forms following a number of young people congregating in Workington town centre and following young people climbing on scaffolding.
We also issued a It's Your Choice form on 9 September after a young person was on the roof of a building on Pow Street.
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Domestic abuse reporting and support
PCSO Clare Parker carried out a joint visit to the Fountains Avenue area with Castle & Coasts and Home Group to speak to residents about a variety of topics, including domestic abuse.
Agencies spoke to residents to explain the importance of reporting incidents or disturbances in the area.
We also provided reassurance and support on how we investigate domestic abuse, as well as the work we do to prevent.
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Multi agency working - fly tipping
PCSOs Clare Parker and Rachel Pape attended the old Pandora Shop, Workington, to assist Allerdale Borough Council in the Fly Tipping Rubbish Information Awareness Day.
Clare and Rachel advised local residents on fly tipping, the impact it has and how to report incidents.
You can report fly tipping here - Report fly tipping (allerdale.gov.uk)
Operation Respect - Westfield
The Allerdale Focus Hub held the final Operation Respect Community Day in Westfield on the 15 September.
Operation Respect is a multi-agency operation to target fly tipping.
The day was hosted by Westfield Housing Association and resulted in four skips filled with waste. There were over 20 bags of litter picked.
Officers from Cumbria Police, the Child Centred Policing Team and partners from Cumbria Family Support, Allerdale Enforcement Team, Tivoli, AWS, Family Action, Cumbria County Council Waste Reduction Team, Community Railways, Youth Participation Officer, Morrisons Community Champion, Inclusion and Diversity Officer, Health and Well-being Coaches and Public Health all working side by side.
For information on fly tipping on how to report visit - Fly-tipping (allerdale.gov.uk)
Operation Rogue Trader - Avoid Cold-Callers!
Trading Standards Officers from Cumbria County Council joined forces with Cumbria Police on Wednesday 21 September as part of North West National Rogue Trader Day - aimed at tackling rogue practices and raising awareness of the dangers linked to engaging with cold-callers who knock on doors.
Officers participated in multi-agency road stop checks in Barrow, Carlisle, Penrith and Workington and conducted mobile patrols in areas where rogue traders have previously targeted vulnerable residents, talking to local businesses, carrying out checks on vehicles and confirming that any accreditation claims were genuine
Eighty-five businesses were approached and advised about general selling practices and the law in relation to contracts for work made in the home. Whilst most were found to be compliant, 5 businesses were unaware of statutory cancellation notices that are required to be given to consumers in a written format, allowing a 14-day cooling off period when agreeing for work to be carried out.
Both Services would like to remind Cumbrian residents to exercise extreme caution when approached by any cold callers offering to sell goods or carry out house repairs or gardening work.
Councillor Celia Tibble, Cumbria County Council's Cabinet member for Trading Standards, said: “It’s crucial to raise awareness of doorstep crime and help prevent innocent people from falling victim to these criminals. This day of action provides a platform to educate traders and deter doorstep crime in our communities.”
“Rogue traders, doorstep fraudsters and scammers prey on the most vulnerable in society. Working closely with the Police and other agencies means we can intervene sooner and safeguard potential victims.”
Sergeant Jonathan Kelly from Cumbria Police Economic Crime Unit added: “Operation Rogue Trader is a great opportunity for us to tackle and raise awareness of the issue of illegitimate traders.
“In Cumbria there have been numerous examples of cold calling criminals looking to exploit vulnerable and elderly home owners.
“We will continue to carry out operations like this and remind the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity or concerns about an individual offering to carry out work to the relevant agency.”
The message from Trading Standards Services is to say no to cold callers, use known, local trades people and discuss home improvements with your family.
If you suspect someone of being a rogue trader or find yourself accosted by uninvited doorstep sellers, contact the Citizens Advice Consumer Helpline on 0808 223 1133.
Join us!
Have you ever thought about being a police officer?
Could you be make a real difference to people in Cumbria and help keep them safe?
Recruitment is open now. We are looking for enthusiastic and dedicated people to apply now to join our teams.
For more information on the role of a police officer and the numerous entry routes, please visit www.cumbria.police.uk/careers.
Your local officers
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Simply go to our website - www.cumbria.police.uk
Scroll down the home page and you can browse different areas to see who your local team are - or enter your postcode.
Not only will you be able to find out who your named local officers and PCSOs are, you will also be able to view our local policing priorities and details of any meetings or events we will be attending.
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In other news
Tribute paid to HM Queen Elizabeth II
We were deeply saddened to hear of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
A tribute was issued following the news of her death, which can be viewed here.
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Cumbria Constabulary instate dedicated Violence Against Women and Girls Detective Inspector
Cumbria Constabulary have instated a dedicated operational Violence Against Women and Girls Detective Inspector. The creation of this specialist post is the Constabulary’s next proactive step towards eradicating violence against women and girls in the county. Read more here.
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Cumbria Police highlight exploitation of vulnerable individuals forced into sex work
Cumbria police are working with partners to highlight ongoing work regarding the safeguarding of victims forced into sex work and the pursuit of offenders exploiting them. The work, which is ongoing, is aimed at raising awareness of this area of crime and to encourage the reporting of information. Read more here.
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Allerdale Police want you to report all anti-social behaviour and crime
Please report any incidents of crime or anti-social behaviour to us, to help us keep Allerdale safe.
If a crime is in progress always call 999.
You can report online at https://www.cumbria.police.uk/report-it
Our online Live Chat function is a new service giving you an alternative way to communicate with a Police Officer in real time. More here.
You can also phone on 101.
Alternatively you can contact Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.
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