Police News
The summer months are always extremely busy for our Community Beat Team and
June has been no exception in this regard. Officers have attended numerous
village fetes, schools etc (with many events still to come) Ðboth for
operational policing purposes and to participate in activities on the mobile
police station.
If you are taking a holiday this year, remember to take a few steps which will increase home security whilst you are away. Remember to cancel newspapers, milk etc. Tell only those who need to know that you are going away. Consider using automatic timer switches to activate lights and radios in your absence. This list is not exhaustive. For more security advice on this or any topic, call our Community Safety Unit on 01223 358966.
IF YOU SEE A WAYWARD CONE...!
If, whilst out and about, you happen to see any of Cambridgeshire Constabulary's traffic cones which appear to have been forgotten or dumped, we would be very appreciative if you could either bring them into the station or 'phone in to let us know where the cones are, and we will be happy to collect them.
CYCLE MARKING - FREE OF CHARGE
Did you know that cycle marking is available free of charge on the last Saturday in every month at the Park Street Car Park in Cambridge Ðin the free cycle park? The system works by embossing your bicycle with a unique identity number which is stored on a database accessible to police. This means that if a cycle, which has been marked, is stolen, and then recovered, police can quickly trace the owner and, hopefully, prosecute the thief.
SCHOOL HOLIDAYS - THINK SAFETY
As the school holidays approach... please make sure that you know where your children are, and what they are doing whilst out with their friends. It often doesn't occur to children and young teenagers that unsuitable areas to play in can be particularly dangerous. Rubbish dumps and areas near water might seem exciting play areas for children, but in reality are fraught with danger. Ensure the safety of your children by making sure they only play in areas where the proper facilities are provided - football pitches, skateboard parks and supervised trips to the swimming pool etc.
CRIMESTOPPERS
If you have information about any crime call CRIMESTOPPERS. This call is FREE. You do not have to give your name or address and any reward you may get will also remain anonymous. Call 0800 555 111