News 5 March to 11 March
 Property Marking - Littlebury
Over the weekend, our dedicated PCSOs, Mike O'Donnell Smith and Natalie Smith, have been on patrol in the Littlebury area in response to a recent series of shed and non-dwelling burglaries. During their patrols, Mike and Natalie have been visiting properties to offer free DNA property marking kits. These kits are an effective tool in deterring theft and assiting in the recovery of stolen items. The team plans to revisit Littlebury later in March to distribute more DNA property marking kits.
 Working alongside Great Chesterford Community Speed Watch
We know that drivers speeding on our roads is a concern in our communities.
And we understand why. Speed is a major factor involved in road deaths and serious injury collisions.
We therefore continue to work alongside the local community, including our speed watch volunteers and local partners, to conduct speed checks in areas where you tell us speeding is an issue.
This week the team have been in Great Chesterford supporting the local Community Speed Watch group. The highest recorded speed was 40mph in a 30mph limit.
 Saffron Walden residents urged to stay alert after purse theft
PC Ryan McNamara has been engaging with stall holders and raising awareness following a recent purse theft in the Saffron Walden. We urge residents to stay vigilant and help prevent crime by following these simple steps:
- Never leave your purse or bag unattended, such as on a trolley or pushchair.
- Use a purse bell or cable to alert you if someone moves your purse.
- Be aware of your surroundings – be mindful of people standing too close to you, especially in shops.
- Be cautious when withdrawing money from a cash machine. Shield your PIN number and put money into your purse or wallet immediately.
- Avoid carrying large amounts of cash and be careful not to let anyone see what's in your purse or wallet when paying for goods.
 Let's work together to keep our community safe - CCTV Register
We're excited to announce a new initiative to enhance community safety and support our police officers in their investigations. By signing up for our Public CCTV & Doorbell Camera Register, you can help create a comprehensive map of CCTV locations across the county.
Let investigators know that you may have camera evidence that could support an investigation.
Provide investigators with the contact details of camera owners.
Enable communities to work together to create a safer Kent and Essex.
Camera registration takes less than one minute via our secure online portal and the information you provide will only be accessible by Kent Police and Essex Police.
Registering your cameras does not allow Kent Police and Essex Police access to your live video stream.
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Upcoming community police events
Friday 14th March-
9am- Join us on patrol in Quendon and Rickling starting outside the Village Hall
10am - Join us on patrol in Newport starting in the High Street junction with Station Road
11.30am – Join us on patrol in Debden starting outside the Village Hall
2pm - Join us on patrol in Thaxted starting in Town Street junction with Fish Market Street
3.30pm – Join us on patrol in Great Easton starting outside the Village Hall
Saturday 15th March –
9am- Join us on patrol in Great Canfield starting outside the Village Hall
10am- Join us on patrol in Little Canfield starting in Rumbles Way play park
11.30am- Join us on patrol in Takeley starting at the Recreation Ground, Chestnut Way
1pm - Join us on patrol in Great Dunmow starting outside the Museum, Mill Lane
2.30pm- Join us on patrol in Great Dunmow starting at the entrance to Woodlands Park
 Crime prevention advice
Burglars are often opportunistic thieves who target houses and flats, looking for any opening they can exploit.
If your door has a letterbox, fitting a guard to the rear of the door can prevent someone from reaching in with a stick and hook to fish for nearby items like handbags or keys.
Be fraud smart
With the end of the tax year approaching criminals might attempt to target businesses to commit their crimes. Stay vigilant and protect your business from potential threats. Take a moment before paying that invoice. Criminals send fake invoices that look like ones from a genuine supplier hoping you will pay without checking the account details.
Always question changes in payment information.
 What is cyberbullying?
Cyberbullying is any form of bullying that takes place online. This could be blackmail/threats, abusive comments, spreading rumours, sharing embarrassing pictures or creating fake profiles on social networking sites.
Though there is no specific offence of cyberbullying, you could be found guilty under an existing offence. For example, sending someone threatening, abusive messages can lead to an offence of harassment (Q770) and posting sexual photographs of someone without their consent could be a criminal offence under the revenge porn law. (Q834).
Victims of Cyberbullying may be unaware as to what help is available to them. If the bullying is taking place on a social networking site (Facebook, Twitter etc.) you should contact them directly as they have policies in place to remove inappropriate material and if necessary, the bully's account, see link in related information.
If you are a child/young person then contact Childline for more help and guidance, see link in related information.
The behaviour could potentially amount to a criminal offence, we would suggest that you contact your local policing team via the non-emergency 101 number and report the matter.
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