Hesters Way

The team are focussing on intelligence gathering and taking action to target those on illegal e bikes and scooters.

Operations have been taking place, where different tactics have been used to identify those on illegal e bikes and scooters, gathering intelligence. Warrants have taken place , linked to those using the Bikes for drug dealing, carrying out ASB and stealing the bikes to re-sell. This work continues as intelligence is gathered. UPDATE one has been arrested for Theft of Bicycle and in a search of home address, Electric Bicycles were found. A daily SCAN on incidents reporting ASB of electric Bikes and Scooters is taking place and local PCSO is collating the information to organise summer operations to target this ASB.

The team are focussing on crime prevention for bicycle theft and Burglaries in the area.

Bike Marking Extravaganzas continue into the Summer months, to encourage the Community to protect their bikes, so we can identify them if taken. Burglaries, especially theft of Bicycles from Garages has seen a significant increase over the last month and PCSOs continue to carry out local reassurance patrols, carry out House to House enquiries for any evidence opportunities. Community Alerts are being sent out to warn the community when these crimes occur. We recommend that the Community Signs up to the Community Alert Scheme, to be up to date of what is happening in their area. Work behind the scenes continues to deter and solve Acquisitive crime in the area

Cheltenham has seen an increase in Theft from Motor Vehicles, mainly from Vehicles that have been left unlocked and with valuables left in them and on display

The Team are checking daily incidents reported of Theft From Motor Vehicle and where possible carrying out House to House in the area, to gain any intel or CCTV, Ring Doorbell footage. Community Alerts and Facebook advice has been sent out to the Public to remind them to lock their vehicles and to remove items . Work is ongoing

There has been an increase of reports of Neighbourly disputes, which the Team are dealing with , along side our Partners especially Housing, who often take the lead in these Neighbour disputes.

The Local PCSO is working with Housing to find solutions for all the parties involved in Neighbourhood disputes. Community Resolutions between all parties is often the way forward, however sometimes working with housing a move is looked at. Work continues based on each individual dispute.