The East Putney Ward Safer Neighbourhoods Team (SNT) consists of  

PS Matt SNOWDEN,
PC Sandrine TANGHE,

PC Chris COOK,
PCSO Paul HENRY,
PCSO Alison BROWNLOW and
PCSO Sandra SIMONI

We are here specifically to address local, non-emergency issues that affect your quality of life. We are tasked with patrolling your ward, getting to know the people who live and work here and listening to the issues that are important to you. Please stop and speak to us if you see us walking around or contact the team on the number or email address below. To report a crime please attend Jubilee House on Putney High Street next to the Odeon Cinema. Our office hours are Monday to Friday 1100–1400 and Saturday 1000–1400. Outside of these hours please attend Wandsworth Police Station on West Hill.

To find out what your local team are doing log on to www.putneysw15.com

Ward Meeting

Our next ward meeting will be held on Thursday 21st May 2009 at 7pm. It will be at Putney High School, Putney Hill. This is an open invitation for everyone to come along. It is a chance for you to meet your local Safer Neighbourhood Team, voice your concerns and find out what your local SNT have done since our last meeting. We hope to see as many of you there as possible.

Burglary Prevention Day 

Thursday 28th May  2009 at St Stephen’s Church, Manfred Road, SW15 (2- 5pm)

At the event there will be stalls from members of East Putney SNT, Fire Brigade, Community Safety and Victim Support from Wandsworth Council.  They will offer comprehensive, practical advice and answer any questions you may have.

East Putney Surgery Dates:

Come and meet the team and discuss any concerns you may have. You will also be able to obtain crime prevention advice and literature.

Baptist Church, Haldon Road junction West Hill, SW18 (7- 8pm)
Thursday 30th July 2009
Thursday 29th October 2009

St Simon’s Church, Hazlewell Road, SW15 (7- 8pm)
Friday 26th June 2009
Friday 18th September 2009
Friday 11th December 2009

Wandsworth Council Community Safety Van, Lytton Grove opposite Clockhouse Place, SW15 (7- 8pm)
Wednesday 27th May 2009
Friday 28th August 2009
Thursday 26th November 2009

Motor Vehicle Crime

Lately we have had an increase in motor vehicle crime. Please follow these tips to stop yourself being a victim. 

- Satellite Navigation equipment is becoming more popular with thieves.

- Remove portable sat nav’s and their cradles when you leave the vehicle.

- Remember to wipe suction pad marks from the windscreen or dashboard,  

  as thieves will look out for these.

- Don’t leave equipment in the glove compartment. Thieves will usually 

  check this first.

- Make sure your vehicle is locked securely.

- Report any suspicious behaviour around vehicles to the police

  immediately.

- Use car parks that are part of the Police approved Safer Parking scheme - those that display the official ‘Park Mark’ sign. For details visit www.saferparking.com.

We have increased our patrols around the area but please let us know if you have any information regarding this issue.

Burglary

Burglars don’t like 2 locks - Use your Yale and Mortice locks

• Fit 2 good quality locks to your front door
• Always double lock your door when you go out
• Postcode mark all your property
• Make a note of the serial number of all your electronic property
• Photograph all of your valuables

Tips when you leave your home

• When leaving your home, even for short period, always lock all external doors and windows and set your burglar alarm (if you have one)
• If you are going away for a longer period of time, use a timer or sensor to control your lighting so your home looks occupied.
• Make sure you cancel your milk and newspaper deliveries.

Bogus Callers

• Not all burglars break in.  Some will try to get you to open the door and let them in.  They may pretend to be from the water, gas, electricity, phone or TV company. 
• Protect yourself against bogus callers by remembering:

Stop – are you expecting anyone? Put the door chain on before opening the door; and check – ask to see an identification card and phone the company they say they are from.  If they really are who they claim, they won’t mind waiting while you check or coming back when you are not alone. If in doubt, keep them out.

East Putney Update:

On the 30th August 2008 the East Putney SNT held a successful Streetmeet on the Sutherland Grove Estate SW18.  Many residents met with the team to voice their concerns and pass on positive comments on the improvements in the area as a result of our presence on the streets.

On the 18th September 2008 the East Putney SNT and the Neighbourhood Watch team met with residents of Rusholme Road, Holmbush Road, Lytton Grove, Chepstow Close and Arlesley Close in order to launch some Neighbourhood Watches for the area.

On the 9th November 2008 the East Putney SNT took part in what was the biggest Remembrance Day Parade in recent times.  It was an honour for us to be part of such a moving day.
 

On the 14th November 2008 PS Snowden and PC Cook with Councillor McDonnell and managers from the council housing department conducted a walk around Strathan Close SW18 to identify potential physical changes to the estate that may assist in tackling ASB and other low level crime.

Metropolitan Police Launch New Contact Number

You now only need to know two numbers to contact the Metropolitan Police:

In an emergency always call 999. An emergency is when a crime is happening, someone suspected of a crime is nearby, someone is injured, being threatened or in danger.

For all non-emergency calls to the Police dial 0300 123 1212, such as when reporting a crime or an incident that does not meet the above criteria, to speak to local police or when seeking advice on police matters.