ASHBURTON NEIGHBOURHOOD REPORT APRIL 2012
During the past month in Ashburton 48 incidents were reported to us, 18 of which concerned the A38 and a further 6 were traffic related incidents that occurred within the town itself. Only 1 incident of anti social behaviour was reported and this related to noisy youths being out and about around Cooks Close on 17th April.
9 crimes were recorded from the town which is the lowest monthly figure that I can recall. This figure includes 4 offences of theft (theft of a pedal cycle, some tools that were left on some scaffolding and theft of items from an unattended parked vehicle) and 1 burglary offence. This was to the old Police Station on Eastern Road, currently unoccupied, where a 16yr old local male was arrested on the premises.
1 offence of damage was reported that related to an incident where a road cone was thrown through the window of Christina’s sandwich shop. Police were quickly on the scene and 2 people were discovered close by. Though there was not enough evidence at the time to make an arrest, local enquiries progressed over the coming days after the event established that one of these individuals were involved. After speaking to the proprietor of the shop a process known as Restorative Justice has been agreed upon whereby the suspect has agreed to pay for the damage that was caused.
The use of forensic evidence has been important in regards to 2 recent crimes, 1 involving damage was caused to building on Chuley Road and another where a vehicle was interred with in St Lawrence Lane car park. In both cases our forensic teams have woven their magic and have identified 2 suspects who will now be interviewed over their possible involvement with these 2 crimes.
As always, dealing with anti-social (ASB) behaviour in the Town remains a priority for the Neighbourhood Team. I always ask that members of the public contact us at the time should they witness any such incidents to enable us to deal with them promptly and effectively. I will always seek to deal with any kind of ‘street drinking’ as a means of preventing any later ASB. On Sunday 6th May I seized enough spirits, cider and lager to open my own small off licence from a group of 16,17 and 18 year olds near to the Recreation ground. The contents of the bottles and cans were then ceremoniously disposed of in a drain on North Street.
In Widecombe 4 incidents were reported, including 1 traffic collision. No crimes were recorded.
In Bickington 5 incidents were reported, including a suspicious male calling at Chipley Farm on 25th April. 1 crime was recorded which relates to an arson allegation. A male has been arrested and is currently on Police bail whilst enquiries are progressed.
My next Police surgery at the Information Centre in Ashburton is from 10-11am on Wednesday 16th May.
I can be contacted at Ashburton Police Station via the central no. of 101 or via e-mail – Teignbridge@devonandcornwall.pnn.police.uk
Alternatively information can be given anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.
PC Andy Dudley
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