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Added: 02/16/2010 at 12:37:33 PM Last Updated: 04/09/2010 at 02:44:10 PM
Older residents in Oldham are being urged to come along to a roadshow to pick up tips on how to avoid becoming a victim of doorstep criminals.
The Action Against Burglary Roadshow is hosted by Age Concern Oldham and takes place at the Queen Elizabeth Hall on Wednesday 17 February between 11am and 3pm.
Neighbourhood Policing officers and Trading Standards will all be on hand, along with representatives from Oldham Community Leisure, Community Safety Services, and Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service.
Maggie Hurley, Community & Volunteer Co-ordinator, Age Concern Oldham, said: “Distraction burglary is a heartless crime which can have a devastating impact on older people, both emotionally and financially. Simple actions such as using the door chain or having adequate locks fitted on doors and windows can give older people an edge against burglars and bogus callers.”
Chief Inspector Sarah Jones said: “Through this event we hope to pass on simple tips to help residents keep themselves safe. It’s also a chance for them to get to know their officers and be confident that they can come to us for help and advice whenever they need it.
“By working closely with members of the public we are determined to stop this type of crime and are advising people to Lock, Stop, Chain and Check before they let anybody they do not know into their home. It’s simple – if in doubt, keep them out.”
To reserve a place at this event please contact Maggie Hurley at Age Concern Oldham on 0161 621 6102. The event is free and lunch will be provided but spaces are limited.
If you have a neighbourhood policing issue please contact your local Neighbourhood Policing Team:
· Oldham West Neighbourhood Policing Team (covering Werneth, Alexandra, Medlock Vale and Coldhurst) on 0161 856 8927 or oldhamwest.npt@gmp.police.uk
· Oldham East Neighbourhood Policing Team (covering St Mary’s, St James’ and Waterhead) on 0161 856 9028 or oldhameast.npt@gmp.police.uk
· Failsworth and Hollinwood Neighbourhood Policing Team (covering Failsworth East, Failsworth West, Hollinwood and Limeside) on 0161 856 8914 or failsworthandhollinwood.npt@gmp.police.uk
· Royton and Shaw Neighbourhood Policing Team (covering Royton North, Royton South, Crompton and Shaw) on 0161 856 8983 or roytonandshaw.npt@gmp.police.uk
· Chadderton Neighbourhood Policing Team (covering Chadderton North, Chadderton South and Chadderton Central) on 0161 856 8825 or chadderton.npt@gmp.police.uk
· Saddleworth and Lees Neighbourhood Policing Team (covering Saddleworth North, Saddleworth South and Saddleworth West and Lees) on 0161 856 4524 or saddleworthandlees.npt@gmp.police.uk
· Oldham Town Centre Neighbourhood Policing Team on 0161 856 8903 or oldhamtowncentre.npt@gmp.police.uk
To report crime call police on 0161 872 5050 or for more information visit www.gmp.police.uk.
You can also call anonymously with information about crime to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. Crimestoppers is an independent charity who will not want your name, just your information. Your call will not be traced or recorded and you do not have to go to court or give a statement.
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Residents urged to take action against burglary
Older residents in Oldham are being urged to come along to a roadshow to pick up tips on how to avoid becoming a victim of doorstep criminals.
The Action Against Burglary Roadshow is hosted by Age Concern Oldham and takes place at the Queen Elizabeth Hall on Wednesday 17 February between 11am and 3pm.
Neighbourhood Policing officers and Trading Standards will all be on hand, along with representatives from Oldham Community Leisure, Community Safety Services, and Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service.
Maggie Hurley, Community & Volunteer Co-ordinator, Age Concern Oldham, said: “Distraction burglary is a heartless crime which can have a devastating impact on older people, both emotionally and financially. Simple actions such as using the door chain or having adequate locks fitted on doors and windows can give older people an edge against burglars and bogus callers.”
Chief Inspector Sarah Jones said: “Through this event we hope to pass on simple tips to help residents keep themselves safe. It’s also a chance for them to get to know their officers and be confident that they can come to us for help and advice whenever they need it.
“By working closely with members of the public we are determined to stop this type of crime and are advising people to Lock, Stop, Chain and Check before they let anybody they do not know into their home. It’s simple – if in doubt, keep them out.”
To reserve a place at this event please contact Maggie Hurley at Age Concern Oldham on 0161 621 6102. The event is free and lunch will be provided but spaces are limited.
If you have a neighbourhood policing issue please contact your local Neighbourhood Policing Team:
· Oldham West Neighbourhood Policing Team (covering Werneth, Alexandra, Medlock Vale and Coldhurst) on 0161 856 8927 or oldhamwest.npt@gmp.police.uk
· Oldham East Neighbourhood Policing Team (covering St Mary’s, St James’ and Waterhead) on 0161 856 9028 or oldhameast.npt@gmp.police.uk
· Failsworth and Hollinwood Neighbourhood Policing Team (covering Failsworth East, Failsworth West, Hollinwood and Limeside) on 0161 856 8914 or failsworthandhollinwood.npt@gmp.police.uk
· Royton and Shaw Neighbourhood Policing Team (covering Royton North, Royton South, Crompton and Shaw) on 0161 856 8983 or roytonandshaw.npt@gmp.police.uk
· Chadderton Neighbourhood Policing Team (covering Chadderton North, Chadderton South and Chadderton Central) on 0161 856 8825 or chadderton.npt@gmp.police.uk
· Saddleworth and Lees Neighbourhood Policing Team (covering Saddleworth North, Saddleworth South and Saddleworth West and Lees) on 0161 856 4524 or saddleworthandlees.npt@gmp.police.uk
· Oldham Town Centre Neighbourhood Policing Team on 0161 856 8903 or oldhamtowncentre.npt@gmp.police.uk
To report crime call police on 0161 872 5050 or for more information visit www.gmp.police.uk.
You can also call anonymously with information about crime to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. Crimestoppers is an independent charity who will not want your name, just your information. Your call will not be traced or recorded and you do not have to go to court or give a statement.
