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Neighbourhood Watch Newsletter July 2009 Area LTB1 (MHW140)

Annual Meeting, From The Chief Commissioner, Home Security, Door To Door Sales, Police Crime Report.

By Malcolm Lawrence - 3rd July 2009 - Back to News

Neighbourhood Watch Area LTB1, Bridle Estate.

Police Co-ordinator: Senior Constable Brett Godden, Phone 5131 5085

Next Meeting

When: Monday 20th July 2009.

Time: 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Where: Salvation Army Hall,

Bridle Road, Morwell.

Annual Meeting:

The Annual General Meeting for our area was held at the Salvation Army Hall on June 15th. The Guest Speaker, Peter Fraser gave an informative talk about by-laws in Latrobe City. The meeting was chaired by Leading Senior Constable Dave Halliday. Area Manager Carmen Cook did not seek re-election. Val Bartholomeusz was elected to the position as Area Manager, Laurie Chubb to Assistant Area Manager, John Guy was re-elected Secretary, Bev. Noonan as Assistant Secretary, Dave Soutar as Treasurer.

We would very much like to thank everyone who volunteered their time to fill the various positions as Office Bearers. Without their help our Neighbourhood Watch Area would not be able to function. A special thankyou to Carmen for her untiring efforts as Area Manager for our area over the last fifteen years. Well Done Carmen!

From the Chief Commissioner:

Victoria Police Chief Commissioner Simon Overland recently announced. a new online news site that will keep communities informed of crime in their local neighbourhood and policing issues impacting their lives.

He said he hoped the regular release of crime statistics will make communities aware of what is happening in their local area, so they can take preventative measures.

"If community members can see and learn what types of crimes are being committed in their backyard, they can work with police in preventing these crimes,"

In addition to the crime statistics, Victoria Police News includes official traffic updates, witness appeals, CCTV footage of incidents in which police are seeking public assistance and other police news of interest to the community.

Mr Overland said "Victoria Police and the community had achieved significant reductions in crime over the past eight years".

"I hope Victoria Police News will help the community to work with us to address these challenges and share the responsibility of collectively reducing crime."

People can log on at www.vicpolicenews.com.au/myplace to access the latest crime statistics.

Home Security:

When window locks and door deadlocks are fitted it means the would be burglar has to break the glass and climb in through a broken window, which creates noise and causes a delay which increases the chance of being seen. The deadlocks prevent the doors from being opened. This means that after gaining entry, any goods that the criminal intends to steal have to be carried out through the broken window, with the dangers that entails. Remember do not leave the keys to the door or window locks in the house while you are out.

Door To Door Sales:

Neighbourhood Watch Incorporated does not endorse any organization to provide door to door products or services. You should be wary of any individual who states otherwise. Always check the identification of the person. Physically read their ID and contact their supervisor if unsure.

You do not have to let anyone into your home, and you are under no obligation to purchase any Product offered for sale. Don’t be pressured into buying anything you don’t want, and if someone does approach you purporting to be authorised by NHW, contact the Neighbourhood Watch State Co-ordination Office on 9247 5311

Police Crime Report For June 2009 NHW Area LTB1

Owing To Privacy Considerations NOT ALL Offences For This Area Are Listed

• 24/2/2009 Chestnut Avenue Theft from the front garden of a residence.
• 1/6/2009 Nindoo Drive Theft from a motor vehicle in the driveway of a house.
• 5/6/2009 Kurt Street Theft from a motor vehicle.
• 6/6/2009 Susan Court Theft from a house.
• 8/6/2009 Bridle Road Theft from two motor vehicles in the driveway of a house.
• 8/6/2009 Olive Drive Property damage to a residence and a carpark.
• 8/6/2009 Bemm Drive Theft from a motor vehicle in the driveway of a house.
• 14/6/2009 The Boulevard Theft from a motor vehicle in the driveway of a house.
• 18/6/2009 Ensay Court Theft from a motor vehicle in the driveway of a house.
• 21/6/2009 Wyung Drive Theft from a motor vehicle in the carport.
• 24/6/2009 Chestnut Avenue Theft from a motor vehicle in the driveway of a house.

Summary Of Stolen Items For The Above Offences

3 Electrical Appliances, 2 Car Accessories, 2 Food,

8 Personal Property, 2 Miscellaneous.

2 Offenders were arrested for any reported offence in the area.

Remember! always report any suspicious incidents to the Police by dialling 000 (triple zero)

Source: www.gippsland.com

Published by: malcolml@dcsi.net.au