Newnham Parish Council

Newnham Neighbourhood Watch Notices
This information may be useful to you or your friends and neighbours.

Roger E Woodall, Deputy Co-ordinator
Newnham Neighbourhood Watch
Telephone 01795 890767

Bulletin No.008/07 - May 2007

Copy of messages forwarded to all Co-ordinators: Can I bring your attention to traders who are going door to door handing out leaflets headed Safeway Building & Roofing Co Ltd. Tel 01892 723045 or 07984 540383. They are offering building and gardening services. Please take caution when dealing with any trader you are unsure of. Kent Horsewatch, who can be contacted on, kenthorsewatch@hotmail.co.uk would like to inform you that a Mircochipping service is available for small animal, such as, dogs, cats, rabbits, ferrets and guinea pigs. They have been fully trained by Pet-Detect, are fully insured and references are available. The cost is £17.00 per animal and they cover Kent, Sussex,Surrey and south East London area. They are unable to do horses, pigs, sheeps and goats, however they can microchip saddles. If you are interested in this service, please contact them on the above E-mail or on 07936 459319. Kent Police and Maidstone & District Neighbourhood Watch are unable to personally recommend this service.

Kent County Council have launched a new scheme, called 'Buy with Cofidence'. The aim of the scheme is to help consumers by providing a list of traders with proven reliability and to make life harder for the rogue traders. To find out more, please visit buywithconfidence@kent.gov.uk or contact Consumer Direct on 08454 040506. If you know of any reputable traders who would like more information, or may be interested in joining the scheme, please ask them to comtact Sharon Salisbury, E-mail, buywithconfidence@kent.gov.uk

Bulletin No.007/07a - April 2007

This is a general Community Message. Mid Kent Police Swale, would like to thank the public, for their assistance, in locating, MELISSA BOYCE. Who was found safe and well over the weekend. Many thanks for your assistance.

Bulletin No.007/07 - April 2007

1. Ringmaster message: Kent Police is concerned for the welfare of 34 year old Melissa Boyce. Melissa was last seen at Key Street roundabout getting into her car, a light blue Vauxhall Corsa registration - K150 UKN at 11:30 this morning (Thursday 26 April). Melissa is 5ft 5, has mousey brown hair which she wears in a pony tail, and was wearing blue jeans and a beige tracksuit top. If anyone recalls seeing Melissa or her car, please contact officers in Swale on 01795 477055 or 01622 690 690. 2. This is message number 0136 Between 9pm on the 10th and 6am on the 11th April the yard of a company on the Western Link, B204, Faversham was entered and a trailer had it's plastic seal opened and beer stolen. Any information to the Police on 01795 477055 or the NhW support office on freephone 0808 100 3308 3. This is message number 0137 Between 4pm on the 6th and 9.30am on the 10th April the detached garage of a dwelling in London Road A2, Newington was broken into and two petrol lawn mowers stolen. Any information to the Police on 01795 477055 or the NhW support office on freephone 0808 100 3308. 4. This is message number 0138 Between 8am and 4.30 pm on the 11th April the front door of a dwelling in the Street, Bapchild was kicked open. Following an untidy search, two cameras, an Apple Ipod and cash were stolen. Any information to the Police on 01795 477055 or the NhW support office on freephone 0808 100 3308.

6. This is message number 0159 Between 9am on the 20th and 10am on the 24th April an attempted burglary to the garage of an un-occupied dwelling in the Broadway, Minster was made by forcing both the front and side door. Nothing known to have been stolen. Any information regarding the above incident to the Police on 01795 477055 or the NhW support office on freephone 0808 100 3308. That was message number 0159 7. This is message number 0160 Between 7.45am and 6.30pm on the 24th April entry to a dwelling in Genesta Close, Sittingbourne was made by methods unknown and a black Sony Vio laptop computer stolen. Any information regarding the above incident to the Police on 01795 477055 or the NhW support office on freephone 0808 100 3308. 8. This is message number 0163 At 11.59pm on the 23rd April the occupier of a dwelling in Hugh Price, Close, Murston noted that plants had been stolen from the garden and others damaged, also the fencing and fencing post were damaged. Any information regarding the above incident to the Police on 01795 477055 or the NhW support office on freephone 0808 100 3308.

Bulletin No.006/07 - March 2007

2. Kent Trading Standards would like to advise consumers to be wary of unsolicited visits to their homes and of unsolicited telephone calls. If you are not happy with such a call, say no to any goods or services offered and have the confidence to hang up. Unsolicited marketing calls can be restricted by registering with the telephone preference service by calling 020 7291 3320 or registering online at www.tpsonline.org.uk.All similar incidents should be reported to Consumer Direct on 08454 040506.For information on your consumer rights, please call Consumer Direct on 08454 040506. 3. Mid Kent Police are appealing for information after six boxes of injectable steroids were stolen from a cabinet in Maidstone Hospital. Thieves forced the lock on the cabinet between March 16 and 19 and took the boxes of Kenalog muscular steroids, which are used for pain relief. Side effects of these drugs include sickness and diarrhoea and, if used for a long period of time, can also increase risk of infection and weaken bones and tendons. Anyone who finds these drugs should call the police or hand them in to the nearest police station immediately. Anyone with information about the theft should contact Kent Police on 01622 604180, or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 this call is free and confidential. 4. All Swale, Web This is message number 0119 Mid Kent Neighbourhood policing teams are leading a focused push to tackle criminal damage and other crimes that become more of a problem for people during this time of year. Over the next few weeks, officers and staff will be taking targeted action across the six policing areas in the first of a series of seasonal Safer Kent campaigns. Safer Spring sees neighbourhood patrols and partner agencies working to reduce criminal damage, anti-social behaviour, burglary and theft.

Patrols will work with communities to prevent this type of crime and there will be a series of activities to disrupt criminal behaviour and arrest people who have committed offences. Mid Kent Police is also raising awareness on how people can stay safe and keep their property safe too. Help keep your property safe: Be vigilant and report any incidents or suspicions relating to criminal damage or antisocial behaviour. Do not leave windows open or valuables near windows. Keep sheds and garages locked at all times, as this may act as an invitation to an opportunist thief. Be aware that lighter, summer clothing may reveal where your wallet, mobile phone or media player is kept. Do not carry large amounts of cash and ensure that you keep your PIN numbers safe. Keep car windows and sunroofs locked. Do not leave valuables on view and remove or conceal and secure satellite navigation equipment and radios. Boat owners preparing their vessel for the summer should ensure that equipment such as radio, GPS systems and outboard motors are safe and secure. Boat owners are also encouraged to keep records and photographs of their boat's identification numbers and markings. You can also join a neighbourhood watch scheme. For further details call the Swale NhW support office on freephone 0808 100 3308. Further information on your local neighbourhood policing team can be found on the Kent Police website at www.kent.police.uk

Bulletin No.005/07 - March 2007

1. Farm Watch / EZ47,48 This is message number. 0116 Between 5.55pm and 6.05pm on the 16th March 3 youths aged between 12 and 14 years of age damaged fencing panels of a farm in Warden Road, Eastchurch, then threw them over the Cliffs. Around 2.50am on the 21st March, an attempt was made to steal a Pressure washer / Steam cleaner from the barn of a Farm in Ham Road, Faversham, but left in what was thought to be an Estate car having been disturbed. Any information regarding the above incidents to the Police on 01795 477055 or the NhW office on freephone 0808 100 3308 2. Lottery Scam Police in Mid Kent are warning people not to be taken in by another letter scam, which appears to come from a Spanish company called "Loteria Primitiva", based in Madrid. The letter informs the recipient they have won hundreds of thousands of pounds in a new international lottery and that they must claim it within a couple of weeks. The letter asks for an attached form to be filled in with personal information such as names, addresses and bank account details. Police advise anyone who receives this sort of letter not to reply or telephone the numbers, which are included in the letter but to throw it away immediately. 3. Bogus Callers On Monday morning in the Bearsted area of Maidstone a young male, of medium height and medium build, with a round face, blond hair and a navy blue top tricked his way into an elderly persons home by saying that he was from the Water Board and stole a large quantity of money. Please make everyone is aware of this and warn your members to check all identification of any callers. If you are at all concerned that your caller is not genuine or you have any idea who this person is then please call Mid Kent (Maidstone) Police on 01622 690055

4. EZ86 Its Not Cricket This is message number.0115 0115 There are ongoing problems concerning vehicles churning up the green area of Sheldwich Cricket Club. Which appear to happen mainly Tuesday / Wednesday nights and occasionally on a Thursday night. The Police would like to apprehend the culprits and with your help this may be possible by getting registration numbers of the vehicles, then phoning 999 if still on the scene, or 01795 477055 if left the scene. Virus Alert I have received this warning. Whether or not it is referring to a genuine virus is unknown but better safe than sorry! Dear all, I received this today, I have no idea how genuine it is, but it is worth passing on - I've received the attached from a normally reliable source & thought it worthy of passing on. Anyone-using Internet mail such as Yahoo, Hotmail, AOL and so on. This information arrived this morning, direct from both Microsoft and Norton. Please send it to everybody you know who has access to the Internet. You may receive an apparently harmless e-mail with a Power Point presentation "Life is beautiful." If you receive it DO NOT OPEN THE FILE UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES, and delete it immediately. If you open this file, a message will appear on your screen saying: "It is too late now, your life is no longer beautiful". Subsequently you will LOSE EVERYTHING IN YOUR PC, and the person who sent it to you will gain access to your name, e-mail and password. This is a new virus which started to circulate on Saturday afternoon. AOL has already confirmed the severity, and the anti virus software's are not capable of destroying it. The virus has been created by a hacker who calls himself "life owner". Roger Woodall, Deputy Co-ordinator, Newnham Neighbourhood Watch

Bulletin No.004/07 - Marcj 2007

004/07 LOCAL INCIDENT: A van was broken into in The Street, Newnham, sometime during the night of Friday 9th March and tools to the value of several hundred pounds stolen. Please make sure that your vehicle is secure, and its alarm set. It is not recommended that valuable items are left in unattended vehicles. RingMaster message: This is a general message to advise everyone to be aware of BOGUS callers that are seeking to enter your homes, in order to check on your gas,water, electric supplies or even wanting to check if you have any more specific items of property in your homes. If you do not have a pre arranged appointment,please do not let anyone in.

Ask for and check the identity of any caller, and please ensure that you insist they wait outside whilst you do so. If in any doubt call the police immediately. Callers selling goods door to door should be in possession in possession of a current Pedlars Certificate, a badge hanging around the callers neck or pinned to a top coat is NOT a pedlars certificate. Again please do not under any circumstances allow any caller in. Very many thanks PC Mick Wright Force Watch Liaison Officer

Bulletin No.003/07 - February 2007

This is message number.0092 There have been twelve reported incidents since the 23rd February to date of criminal damage, thefts from and vehicles being stolen in the Swale area. Please make sure your vehicles are left secure, in well lit areas and where at all possible garaged. If you see any one or group of individuals acting suspiciously around vehicles please inform the Police on 999. RingMaster Email: 1 March 2007 Police are searching for the following vehicle, in connection with a serious assault in North Kent. If seen, DO NOT APPROACH , occupants may be armed, please contact DS Mayfield on 07989992026. The vehicle is silver HJ04ZBK This is message number.0090 Between 7pm on the 27th and 9am on the 28th February the gate padlocks to the yard of a local Karting Circuit was cut off and two tipper lorries had their locks forced and ignition barrel damaged in what is thought an attempt to steal them. This is the second time such an attempt has been made. Also between 8pm on the 27th and 5.30am on the 28th of February entry was gained to the secure compound (means unknown) of premises in Castle Road and the side curtains of three articulated lorries slashed. And information regarding the above to incidents to the police on 01795 477055 or the NhW support office on freephone 0808 100 3308.

This is message number.0091 All,Farm,Horse,EZ46,EZ47,EZ66,EZ82,EZ83 There have been a number of incidents recently in Kent of ASB against Horses; Rugs being stolen, abuse of the animals and simply leaving gates open and letting the animals loose. This is not only dangerous to the animals but to road users etc. If you see anyone acting suspiciously in and around horses please report this to the Police on 999. This is message number.0094 'Safe Plates' initiative - Wednesday 14 March This nationwide problem, where plates are stolen from existing vehicles, allows criminals to 'clone' other cars whilst innocent motorists can incur speeding fines, congestion charges and other offences as a result. Members of the public are invited to come along to the 'Safe Plates' day in the car park of Asda on Mill Way, Sittingbourne between 9am and 3pm. Drivers can bring their cars along where they will have their number plate screws replaced with anti-tamper screws then covered with a security cap as an added deterrent free of charge.

Bulletin No.002/07 - January 2007

1. GENERAL To any boat-owners: I have received the following message: "Dear all, I am delighted to be able to attach a guide to the use of personal watercraft. Kent has over 250 miles of coastline and over 500 miles of rivers. The use of jet skis and other forms of marine craft continue to grow year on year. Kent Police and partner agencies are working to tackle this growing threat to public safety and with the support of NhW and Country Eye members we can ensure that the right resources are put in the right places at the right time. Continual updates will be available on the Kent Police and Kent Coastal Network websites. Chief Inspector Harrison Partnership and Crime Reduction FHQ" Note from Roger Woodall: If the guide to which it refers is of interest to you, please let me know, and I will forward it by request to nnw@abelgratis.co.uk . 2. This is message number 0039 Between 7.15am on the 26th and 7.15am on the 30th January there has been a significant increase in criminal damage to vehicles (25) reported all over the Swale area. Please, if you see any of the offences being committed dial 999. If the offenders have moved on please get as complete description of the offenders as possible and also in which direction they made off. Then phone the police on 01622 636 313. 3. Bird 'Flu The confirmed cases of Avian Influenza in Suffolk may be of concern but the swift measures taken by the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) have significantly reduced the risk of the virus spreading. Avian Influenza is a disease of birds, not humans. There have been human deaths from the H5N1 strain outside of the UK only, these are extremely rare and have only been when the person has been in constant close contact with birds. (Worldwide there have been 62 cases where 12000 'normal flu' deaths are reported in the UK annually).

Avian Influenza is NOT an air-borne disease and is spread by movement of infected birds or in contact with respiratory secretions, and in particular faeces. There is minimal public risk and this should not affect day-to-day activities. There is no risk from eating poultry but the World Health Organisation recommends that meat should be cooked to at least 70 degrees centigrade and eggs should be thoroughly cooked. DEFRA have set up a telephone hotline to answer queries in relation to Bird Flu and their number is 08459 33 55 77 Any queries should be directed to this helpline many thanks - PC Mick wright Further Information can be found on the DEFRA website at http://www.defra.gov.uk/animalh/diseases/notifiable/disease/ai/index.htm4. Anti-social Behaviour Another quoted note: "Dear all, please see the attached leaflet that has been produced by the young people of Kent. It is the first of its kind in the UK and is being circulated nationally by the Home Office as an example of good practice. Many of the Young People involved are scheduled to present at the Kent County Neighbourhood Watch Association seminar later this year titled 'Young People the Right of Reply' (date to be announced). A very big well done to all those young people that were involved. many thanks - Mick" Again, note from Roger Woodall: If the guide to which it refers is of interest to you, please let me know, and I will forward it by request to nnw@abelgratis.co.uk . 5.This is message number 0067 Criminal damage and theft from vehicles continues to cause concern. Since the 2nd February, to date there have been 26 incidents reported. Please insure that your vehicles are left secure, in lighted areas and where possible garaged. Navigation systems removed and any marks left on the windscreen. Please report an suspicious activity in the vicinity of vehicles to the Police on 01622 636313 6. Local Incidents: I learned from the local paper (NOT Neighbourhood Watch or Ringmaster) that there were two burglaries or attempted break-ins in Newnham recently. I cannot alert subscribers to incidents in our village if I don't have the information. I would urge you to inform Neighbourhood Watch of any incidents of a criminal nature in our area so that we might increase our alertness.

Bulletin No.001/07 - January 2007

New Shelve Farm, Ashford road, Lenham between 00:01 1st Nov 06 & 12th Jan 07. Two yellow Barford dumper trucks and three red and white Kubota diggers were taken. CZ/000628/07 Police in Mid Kent are asking people to be vigilant after a number of thefts of Kent Peg tiles from church roofs. The warning comes after three incidents in the Mid Kent area where thieves have climbed up on the roofs of churches in East Sutton, Sutton Valence and Harrietsham, and stolen some of the Kent Peg tiles. Officers believe the thieves may be getting away with it because people in the area assume they are legitimately working on the church roof. If you are at all suspicious that someone maybe taking tiles, please check with the owner of the building or, if this is not possible, call the police.

Also, we have had a number of incidences of property taken from sheds and outbuildings. can I ask that you alert your members to take a close look at the security of their outbuilding and to mark items with their postcodes. If you do wish any further advice, we have leaflets, and the Neighbourhood watch also sells shed alarms at a very reasonable price. This is message number.0036 Criminal damage to vehicles, theft from vehicles and theft of vehicles continues to rise all over the Swale area, with no particular pattern emerging. Please make sure your vehicles and those of your members are left secure and in well lit area's, also report any persons acting suspicously to the Police on 999. Thank you.

Bulletin No. 030/06 - December 2006

I have received this request to circulate details of a dog which was possibly stolen from Doddington.- "We believe our dog was stolen on christmas day outside our house in Doddington, on Seed Road. We have contacted both the police and doglost.co.uk and we would appreciate it if you could tell everybody on your mailing list. She is a minature jack russell, white and tan in colour, has a full tail and is spayed. She is approximately 2 years old and her name is Fudge. We believed that she was stolen at around 4pm on christmas day. Shortly before she went missing we saw a large vehicle, possibly a Ford transit or 4WD stop outside our house and then drive off. We do not know if it's related. Thanks for all your help. Clare & Tony Dady"

Ringmaster Message If you have large / valuable items which come in boxes stating what there are, please take care when disposing of the packaging. Where possible cut the boxes up or turn them inside out so the contents cannot be seen when leaving the rubbish for collection. As soon as you can postcode mark the property with a UV marker pen.

Bulletin No. 029/06(b) - December 2006

Community Messaging Service We are asking for your help over the Christmas period. Over the last two years we have seen a number of Cash Point ATM, Ram Raids, using a variety of vehicles. At this time of the year the collateral impact of these ram raids is huge. The local community is seriously inconvenienced, as the perception and fear of crime significantly increases. Kent Police are doing all we can to deliver a good service to the Public and to detect these crimes and more importantly to prevent further crimes from occurring. However we need your help. We want to locate and map all current building sites in Kent, that are using Plant Machinery such as JCB Diggers, Dump Trucks, Bob Cats and so on. You as the local eyes and ears on the street will know if there is a building site in your area. Will you please return any information via email to the address shown below, at your earliest convenience, thank you. Of course it goes without saying to please contact us if you see one of these vehicles moving at a suspicious time of night or location, particularly between 10.00pm and 05.00am, using 999. Dear all, I'm sorry to say that a very nice 6th century pendant in the attached picture was stolen recently. It was in a van that was stolen from the finder, and so it is likely that the thief has no particular knowledge of small finds and doesn't realise what he has (a unique find that is one of only about a dozen known). Luckily the pendant is fully recorded in the PAS database (KENT-CC59C7) and so if this find does surface it will be easily recognised. The pendant is garnet-inlaid with some gilding and may be in a bag that says what it is....therefore the theif may well assume it is worth money and try to sell it in a museum, to a dealer, or on eBay. Could someone notify eBay I wonder? Contact Newnham Neighbourhood Watch for an image of this item. It would be great if we could recover this; it is the only one of its kind ever found in Kent. PC Mick Wright

Message 2369 There have, in the last month been a number of break ins and burglaries in the London Rd /Cryalls Lane, Sittingbourne Area, around 5pm Dusk. Police are interested in any information about a 6 ft slim, athletic, male seen jumping fences in the area and getting into a small blue car. Please be extra careful when leaving your homes. Ensure all doors and windows are closed and where locks are fitted, locked. If you hear an alarm or see anything suspicious please contact Sittingbourne Police on 01795 477055 or any information to the DC Scarfe on 01795 419251. The Neighbourhood Watch Office is now closed for the christmas and new year period. The crime and community messages you receive will resume on Wednesday 3rd January. If you do need any help or advise over this period please call 01622 690055, and the operator will transfer you to someone who can help. May I take this opportunity to thank you all for the valuable work you do for your community, the Neighbourhood Watch Assoc. and the police. We wish you all a very merry Christmas and a crime-free new year.

Bulletin No. 029/06 - December 2006

A poster that will be circulated throughout the County by Kent Police next week. The aim is to combat the increasing number of thefts relating to sat. nav. systems from cars. Copies of this poster will be available next week by downloading the pdf from the Kent Police website. .I would be grateful if you could make as many of your scheme members as possible aware of this initiative. Very many thanks PC Mick Wright County Watch Liaison Officer Message No. 2362 There has been an increase of diesel being siphoned from vehicles. This is a gentle reminder for you to take extra precautions in making your premises secure, so you don't become a victim. Any information to the police on 01795 477055 or the neighbourhood watch support office on freephone 0808 100 3308. Message No. 2363 There has been an increase in criminal damage to vehicles ie. tyre slashing, wing mirrors broken windows smashed and number plates being stolen. Please be extra vigilant in order to stop this crime. Any information to the police on 01795 477055 or the neighbourhood watch support office on freephone 0808 100 3308.

Message No. 2364 Between 1pm on the 6th and 11.30am on the 7th December. A silver Mercedes Benz van parked in Whitstable Road, Faversham. was broken into and various low value power tools stolen. Any information to the police on 01795 477055 or the NhW suppport office on freephone 0808 100 3308. Message No. 2365 Pilgrims Way, Hollingbourne between 20:32 - 20:37 4th Dec. A silver N reg Toyota Hi Lux Pick up was interfered with. (CZ/016523/06) Message No.. 2366 Between 8pm on the 5th and 11am on the 7th December. The external kitchen door of Boughton Village Hall had graffiti put on it with a white waxy substance the writing showed "Jodie H woz ere". This is an ongoing problem and any information to the police on 01795 477055 or the Nhw support office on freephone 0808 100 3308. Message No. 2367 Firs Lane, Hollingbourne between 1800, 05/12 & 1340, 06/12 - the front window to a garage of a res. dwg. was insecure and damage was caused to a white van also stolen were a mobile 'phone and fishing equipment - CZ/016556/06 Message No. 2368 Road Chef, |Motorway Services Junction 8 on M20 between 2230 & 2242, 06/12 an Ericsson mobile 'phone was stolen - CZ/016571/06

Bulletin No. 028/06 - December 2006

Message No. 2358 Between the 27th and 28th November several incidents as listed below occured: A total of 10 Horse rugs was stolen off horses in various fields at Boughton under Blean. Also Between the 1st and 28th November copper earthing tape to the Value of #1500 was stolen From a field belonging to Wey Street Farm, Hernhill. Any information regarding the above events to the police on 01795 477055 or the NhW office on freephone 0808 100 3308.

Message No. 2359 This is a general warning message regarding "BOGUS CALLERS". In particular Water Board Officials. Please check their ID cards thoroughly, check if they have a vehicle with a Water Board name / Logo on it. DO NOT LET THEM IN, keep the door shut. If they purport to be from Mid Kent water phone 0845 603 2603. Southern Water phone 0845 278 0845 to check if they are genuine before allowing access to your property. If in doubt keep them out and phone the police on 01795 477 055.

Bulletin No. 027/06 - November 2006

Message No. 2334 Between 20 to 9 and 5 past 6 on Thursday 16th November a property in Westgate Road Faversham, was broken into and several items stolen including, and I POD a Sony Play station and a Nikon Camera. If you saw any thing suspicious or you have any further information please contact the police on 01795 477 055 or the Nhw freephone on 0808 100 3308 (EZ/ 011150/06) Message No. 2335 .Esso Petrol Station, Junction 8, Motorway Services, Maidstone a Sony mobile 'phone (left unattended) was stolen from the forecourt - CZ/015731/06

Message No. 2336 Ashford Road, Hollingbourne between 0645 & 1630, 16/11 a Vauxhall Astra saloon (red) G234UTN was stolen from a car park - CZ/015728/06 Message No. 2337 Following a spate of thefts from vehicles of Satellite navigation systems and other electronic systems. The police recommend that all such items, where possible, are removed along with the fixing. Do not forget to wipe the windscreen where the suction pad has been fitted in doing so not advertising the fact that an item of value could be in the glove compartment. Additionally lock all other items in the boot.

Bulletin No. 026/06 - November 2006

Message No. 2323 DAVINGTON PRIMARY SCHOOL Between 11pm on 14th November and 7:30 am on 15th November approx 80 ft of lead was stolen from the roof of the school library, hall and classroom. This is the second incident of this nature and the police would welcome any information. Please contact the police on 01795 477 055 or the Nhw freephone on 0808 100 3308. (CR EZ/011069/06 EZ51/52/54) Message No. 2324 There have recently been thefts of off road and Quad bikes. In the lead up to the Christmas period where these items are sought after gifts please report any offered for sale at too good a price to miss. If you own a vehicle of this kind please be extra vigilant when securing it when not in use. (CR EZ/0011078 011076 ALL SWALE) Message No. 2325 BOGUS CALLERS are again targeting the elderly and vulnerable. A 90-Year-old female was the victim of a bogus caller. Posing as Water Board workmen. The men are described as 25 to 30, white, one is slim with short brown hair and is clean-shaven, the second is stocky, again with short brown hair and clean-shaven. They gain entry into homes by stating they are water board officials who had drilled through a water main and had contaminated the water supply and need access to the home to check the water supply and turn off the mains. It was while they were in the home they stole Christmas money from the female. Did you see anyone matching these descriptions on Wednesday 15th November between 09:45 am and 10:00 am? Any information to the police on 01795 477 055 or Nhw freephone on 0808 100 3308. Please remind all vulnerable friends and neighbours to check the ID of all callers and if in doubt call the police. (CR EZ/ 011088/063 ALL Swale) Message No. 2326 There has been an increase in the number of vehicle being stolen over night, from driveways and out side people s homes. Please be extra vigilant when leaving your car. Ensure you remove all valuables from sight. Including Satellite navigation systems & mobile phone holders. Check all doors including the boot are locked. If you have a security system ensure it is activated. If you see anyone acting suspiciously by day or night please inform the police on 01795 477 055 or nhw freephone on 0808 100 3308. Message No. 2327 There have been two incidents where sheds in Quinton Road have been broken into and items stolen. Please check your shed regularly and if necessary fit a shed alarm. If you have seen anyone acting suspiciously in the area please contact the police on 01795 477 055 or the Nhw freephone on 0808 100 3308. (EZ/ 010903 0110612/06 EZ12) Message No. 2328 Overnight on the 9th November some time after 8pm and 9am the following morning a motorised disability scooter along with a battery charger, a lawn mower and two girl's cycles. (EZ/ 010889/06 EZ 43) Message No. 2329 MEDIA RELEASE Sitingbourne Police in Sittingbourne are appealing for witnesses after a man was assaulted near the town centre earlier this week. At around 3.40pm on Monday (13 November) the 23-year-old man was returning to his vehicle on the Avenue Of Remembrance when he states that he saw four young men trying to steal bags from two younger boys in the adjacent cemetery. The two men allegedly involved in the assault are described as follows: White man, aged between 17-18 years old, medium build with short black spiky hair. He was wearing wire-rimmed glasses and a blue hoody. White man, aged between 17-18 years old, medium build with short blonde hair. He was wearing a white jumper/hoody. Any information to the police on 01795 477 055 or the Nhw 0808 100 3308

Message No. 2330 MEDIA RELEASE Sheerness Police in Sheerness are appealing for information after a 16-year-old girl was assaulted last week on the island. At around 4.15pm on Wednesday 8 November, the girl was walking along a grass track between Scrapsgate Road and Power Station Road in Minster. As she walked along the track, she saw a man approaching her from the opposite direction. As they passed, the man is said to have barged into the girl, knocking her back slightly. There followed a brief verbal altercation, at which point the man is reported to have punched the girl in her face. When she attempted to defend herself, he is believed to have punched her several more times in the face causing her to fall backwards into a bush, before kicking her in the back. PC Tony Yemm, who is investigating said: this was a particularly nasty and cowardly assault on a young girl. Any help in identifying the man responsible would be greatly appreciated . The man is described as white, 6ft, between 18-24 years old with a medium build and dark, fluffy short hair. He was wearing a black hooded coat with dark blue jeans. Anyone with any further information should contact PC Tony Yemm at Sittingbourne police station on 01795 419178 or call Kent Crimestoppers on 0800 555111 this call is free and confidential. Message No. 2331 MEDIA RELEASE Sittingbourne Police in Mid Kent are appealing for witnesses after a man was allegedly assaulted whilst riding his motorbike on the A249 last weekend. At around 12.35pm on Saturday 4 November, the 35-year-old man from Iwade was riding his bike along the A249 when he undertook a blue Vauxhall Zafira. As he approached the Grovehurst slip road, he claims that the Zafira was moving towards him and in order to avoid it, he sped up towards the roundabout. At this point, it is reported that the Zafira approached the man on the inside lane, at which point the driver is said to have leaned out of the window with a hammer, striking the man in the back, causing scratching and a bruise. The man in the Zafira is described as being white, in his late thirties with brown hair. It is reported that two women were also in the car at the time. Anyone with any further information should contact PC Tony Yemm at Sittingbourne police station on 01795 419178 or call Kent Crimestoppers on 0800 555111 this call is free and confidential. Message No. 2332 At around 3.40pm on Thursday 19 October, a red Ford Fiesta being driven by a woman pulled up on the forecourt of the coast bound Thanet Way services near Faversham. A man is then said to have got out of the vehicle and put the fuel nozzle through the rear door, apparently filling two containers in the rear of the vehicle. The man reportedly then got back into the vehicle without paying for the fuel, before the car drove off towards Whitstable/Herne Bay. A similar incident involving the same vehicle was subsequently reported at a service station on Key Street, Sittingbourne at around 2.30pm on Saturday 28 October. Similar offences, also involving a red Ford Fiesta, were also reported during October in Gillingham, Ashford and Swanley and other areas outside of Kent. Anyone with any further information should contact PC Sally Kelly at Sittingbourne police station on 01795 419186 or call Kent Crimestoppers on 0800 555111

Bulletin No. 025/06 - November 2006

Message number 2311 Between 11.35 on the 2nd and 10am on the 5th November, three high value vehicles on the drives of dwellings in Preston Lane, Preston Park and Abbey Street, Faversham suffered criminal damage. Any information regading these incidents to the Police on 01795 477055 or the NhW office on freephone 0808 100 3308. Message number.2313 Between 6.20pm and 6.30pm on the 3rd November. Two sofas left on the door step of a dwelling in North Down, Doddington, ready to be disposed of were set fire to, causing damage to the UPVC front door valued at £800. Also a Honda 125cc motor cycle valued at #500, so damaged it might be a write off. This was a very dangerous act. Any information to the Police on 01795 477055 or the NhW Office on freephone 0808 100 3308. Message number.2315 Between 3.30pm on the 3rd and 8pm on the 3rd November, a dwelling in Hearts Delight Road, Tunstall. was broken into by smashing a rear window and jewellry to the value of £2,000 stolen. Between 6pm and 8.50pm on the the 4th November. A dwelling in Ferry View, Queenborough. Was entered by removing the the seal and window from the UPVC door and various items stolen. Also between 9.30am on the 4th and 9am on the 5th November offenders forced the hasp off a garden shed in of a property in Priory Road, Faversham. Nothing believed to have been stolen. Kent Trading Standards would like to make you aware of the following: Comsumers may receive a card posted through their door or an E-mail from a trader called PDS ( Parcel Delivery Service). The card or E- mail suggests that the sender was unable to deliver a parcel and that they need to be contacted on 0906 6611911. This is a premium rate number charged at a minimum of #1.50 per minute. Consumers are advised NOT to call. Received information on this scam is that ICTIS have closed it down and hence new messages are no longer valid. The common sense approach is to regard all such items as suspicious.

I have received the following report from a local resident for circulation. All parents should be aware of a potential risk from persons shadowing school buses in rural areas and take action as recommended: Two young girls got off the school bus in Brogdale Road, Faversham at approximately 3.43pm. today and were alarmed to see a car slow down as it came level with them as they were walking in the direction of Faversham, south of the motorway. The vehicle - a light navy or mid- blue estate-car driven by a middle-aged bearded man accompanied by a female passenger of a similar age - kept pace with them for some seconds as they walked towards the home of one of the girls. The girls said they were being closely watched by the two occupants of the car. The girls, sensing danger, then went into the garden of the next house they came to (not their own), and started to walk up the path to the front door. At this point the car drove off. The police have been informed but, as the descriptions from the two girls were rather vague, and no words were exchanged, they can only note the incident. I feel that all children coming home from school should be reminded of "Stranger Danger" and warned to be vigilant. 08 November 2006Issued at 12.15pm Missing person appeal - James Haskell Police in Sittingbourne are appealing for information after a man went missing from his home address near Faversham. James Haskell, a 48-year-old man from Teynham was last spoken to by his wife around 6.30pm on Tuesday 7 November. James is described as being a white man, around 6ft 3 inches tall with a stocky build. He has a grey, stubbly beard and short shaven grey hair. At the time of his disappearance he was wearing a distinctive red fleece, black cycling shorts, black shoes and a blue cycling helmet. He was riding a grey mountain bike at the time of his disappearance. Chief Inspector Mark Chambers, who is leading the investigation said: 'We are naturally becoming increasingly concerned for James's welfare and are keen to receive any information from anyone who believes they may have seen him. We have an extensive number of staff out looking for him at present but we would appreciate any help from the public to aid our search'. Anyone with any further information should contact Sittingbourne police station on 01795 419250.

Bulletin No. 024/06 - November 2006

The following message was received from an Otterden resident via Ospringe Neighbourhood Watch "At approx 14:00 Sunday 29/10/2006 a Dark Green Fiesta, reg M308 0KL, with two young men inside pulled off Hurstwood Rd and down the track leading onto the Otterden Estate. They were both about 17 / 18 one with dark hair and dark clothes driving and the other with fair hair, pale skin and wearing a baseball cap. They both got out of the car approx 50 yrds down the track for a couple of minutes for no apparent reason, then climbed back into the car to continue on down the track towards Otterden Place. However a group of walkers were coming the other way and when the driver saw them he rapidly reversed some 100 yrds back onto the road and quickly disappeared. Since then we haven't seen them". Message number 2295 This is a reminder to all our members to be extra careful, make sure that all precautions are taken to secure their vehicles. Remove all items from view, lock them in the boot as there a lot of opportunists on the prowl. Please be careful. If you see anybody acting suspiciously please dial the Police on 999. Message number 2296 There has been a spate of animal thefts from dwellings in Swale. Please be careful if you you see any one acting suspiciously please inform the police on 999. If they have left the scene then dial them on 01795 477055 or the NhW office on freephone 0808 100 3308.

Message number.2297 There has been an increase in "bilkings" i.e. driving off without payment. Please be careful you can be easily distracted whilst dealing with a counter customer. The latest being at Tesco Stores, Faversham. The vehicle being a silver Volkswagen saloon, reg. No. LG51LWA which made off failing to pay for 50 litres of petrol. Message number.2298 The police are appealing for witnesses to criminal damage of "The Harbour Office", Bridge Road, Faversham. Between 2pm on the 19th and 9.15am on the 27th October, when a single glazed window was smashed and graffiti on the window sill. Any information to the police on 01795 477055 or the NhW office on freephone 0808 100 3308. Message number.2302 Crime Report No. 002047/ EZ68 Around 4.30pm on the 27th October. Three windows were damaged to Eastling Church. This is a secondary incident. Any information to the police on 01795 477055 or the NhW office on freephone 0808 100 3308. Crime Report no. CZ/015020/06 Southern Water Site, Bottom Pond Road, Wormshill. A digger/excavator, small trailer and 75 metres of timber stolen from yard between 5pm Friday 27 October and 9.30am Monday 30 October.

Bulletin No. 023/06 - October 2006

Messages relating to the common themes of Halloween and Bonfire night - 1. Operation Excalibur is a Kent Police initiative that is currently underway throughout the county. Its aim is to reduce the number of incidents of anti social behavior in the run up to Halloween. One of its aims is to target premises responsible for the sale of fireworks to underage persons (Under 18) or who are involved in the sale of prohibited fireworks. Your support is requested in identifying any premises or persons engaged in this practice. May I also please invite you to visit the Kent Police website on www.kent.police.uk for a further update on the operation. Many thanks, PC Mick Wright, Kent Police, County Watch Liaison Officer 2. Yes it is that time of year again. We are already starting to hear the distant sound of fireworks and to some of us the worry of strangers knocking at our door. If you or your members are concerned about this then please pop into the front counter at Maidstone Police Station and get some Trick or Treat posters to put up in your windows. We are also asking that you keep your eye and ears open to any possible misuse of fireworks, as they can be very dangerous in the wrong hands. Many thanks Lorraine

Message number.2287 Youths have been seen letting quite a lot of 'fire works' off in the Broom Road, Hugh Price Close,Thistle and Thorn Walks areas. The informant does not recognise the offenders, They light them, throw them and run. They were even throwing them around at 0200hrs Saturday and Sunday morning. Any information as to who is selling them or can identify the offenders please contact the Police on 01795 477 055 or the NhW office on freephone 0808 100 3308 Message number 2288 Trading Standards There have been a large increase in reports made to 'Trading Standards' regarding 'Cold Calling' which is valuable information, enabling monitoring the activities of doorstep criminals. Also be wary of adverts in newspapers offering work at modest prices. Do not agree immediately to have work done on your property, ask friends and family to recommend reliable traders, also try to get at least 2 quotes before agreeing to have work done on your property. Message number 2290 Posters / leaflets saying "No Trick or Treat" "Stay Safe with Fire Works" are freely available for collection from the front counters of all Police Stations in Swale.

Bulletin No. 022/06 - October 2006

Crime report no.CZ/014022/06 A farm in Wormshill, Sittingbourne. There was a burglary to a property between 10.20am and 10.30am Monday 9 October. The suspect was male, 25-30, white European, Southern accent, dark brown untidy long hair - it reached his ears, unshaven. Suspect was driving a silver Ford Escort. Police in Maidstone are appealing for information after a Shetland pony between 4pm on Wednesday (4 October) and 4pm on Thursday (5) the female pony, called Precious, disappeared from an address in Teston. Precious is 3 months old and described as beige in colour and just 28 inches in height. She has not yet been weaned and the owner has stressed that she is unlikely to survive without her mother. Anyone who has any knowledge of her whereabouts to please call us immediately. SNAP (Say No And Phone) dance nights, which are Crimestoppers events, are organised by PC Paul Richardson, the Youth Crime Reduction Officer for police in Mid Kent. The event is open to all 11-17 year olds, promoting an anti-drug, anti-alcohol and anti-smoking environment so parents and youngsters can be sure of a safe and enjoyable evening. Tickets are £6 on the door or available in advance from Maidstone Leisure Centre. The next Snap dance will be on Friday 13th Oct, at 7pm at the Maidstone Leisure Centre. Young people will put the opportunity to see four great new acts perform live and enjoy a fun evening in a safe environment. The event goes on until 11pm and as usual, will include a light show and a DJ until 11pm. Message No. 2260 Between 5.30pm on the 2nd and 7.45am on the 3rd October copper tubing was stolen of the roof rack of a green Fiat Dobio van on the drive of a dwelling in Preston Avenue, Faversham. Any information to the police on 01795 477055 or the NhW office on freephone 0808 100 3308. Message number 0246 Between 10.30 on the 23rd and 6am on the 24th September the passenger side window of a silver Vauxhall Astra saloon parked in Hazebrouck Road was smashed the glovebox rifled through and a CD player stolen. Also a silver saloon Suzuki parked on the driveway of a dwelling in Hazebrouck had the drivers door lock damaged and goods stolen off the back seat. Any information to the police on 01795 477055 or the NhW office on freephone 0808 100 3308.

Message number 2284 Trading Standards have been made aware: Consumers may receive a card posted through their door or an E-Mail from a trader called PDS (Parcel Delivery Service. The card or E-Mail suggests that the sender was unable to deliver a parcel and that they need to be contacted on 0906 6611911. This is a premium rate number charged at a minimum of £1.50 per minute. Consumers are advised NOT to call. This business, based in Belize, is under investigation by ICSTIS. Further information can be found by visiting: www.icstis.org.uk For information on your consumer rights, please call Consumer Direct on 08454 04 05 06. Message number.0247 This is just a gentle reminder about leaving doors and windows of rooms not occupied open during this funny weather, also whilst unloading cars of shopping etc. make sure the shopping/vehicle is in view at all times. Message number 2255 It has come to our knowledge that bogus callers are operating in your area in one guise or another. Please be extra careful when opening the door to others. Genuine people selling on the door step must have a pedlars licence issued by the police, showing a photograph of themselves, the issuing authority and date. Please examine carefully. Do not entertain any others. Thank you. Message number 262 Between the very early hours and 9.45am on the 4th October a red Ford Fiesta saloon parked in William Street, Faversham, had both front and rear side windows smashed and various items stolen including a satellite navigation system and mobile telephone. Also between 7pm on the 3rd and 9am on the 4th October premises in Gatefield Lane had the front window smashed. Any information to the polic e on 01795 477055 or the NhW office on freephone 0808 100 3308. Message number 2264 Between 6.45pm on the 30th September and 1pm on the 1st October a dwelling in Bramley Avenue was entered by forcing the rear UPVC door following an untidy search a considerable amount of jewellry, gold coins, silver pocket watch, Canon Camera and two sets of golf clubs stolen. Any information to the police on 01795 477055 or the NhW office on freepphone 0808 100 3308. Message number 2265 Between 3pm on the 30th September and 3pm on the 1st October a dwelling in St Nicholas Road, Faversham, was entered by forcing the rear door causing #200 of damage, also household paint to value of £500 stolen. Also between 6pm on the 2nd and 9am on the 3rd October a red Fiat Punto saloon parked on the drive of a dwelling in Finlay Close, Faversham, had the boot forced and a set of Calloway golf clubs stolen. Any information regarding the above two incidents to the police on 01795 477055 or the NhW office on freephone 0808 100 3308.

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Bulletin No. 021/06 - September 2006

This is message number 0232 Between 6pm on the 15th and 2.45pm on the 16th September, the lock and side door was forced and 4 leaded light windows smashed of St Johns Church, Church Lane, Doddington. Any information to the police on 01795 477055 or the NhW office on freephone 0808 100 3308.

Bulletin No. 020/06 - September 2006

LOCAL INCIDENT Message No. 0201. I am informed that there was a theft of monies from The George yesterday morning (Saturday Sept 9th) by an opportunist thief. At 11 am Chris, the landlord, served a 5' 10" blond man with who appeared to have a slightly broken nose, Chris then walked out the front door to water his window box. On returning the blond man asked Chris if the garden was open, the blond man then walked out to the garden. On checking behind the bar Chris noticed the Football draw money of £80 and the cricket charity money of £15 were missing. The man was nowhere to be seen when Chris went out to the car park and the garden. PLEASE WARN ANY OTHER PUBLIC HOUSE LANDLORDS YOU MAY KNOW RINGMASTER REPORTS Message No. 0202. CZ/012319/06 Culpepper Close, Hollingbourne between 21:30 4th & 07:45 5th Sept. Theft of a white Vauxhall Astra, Reg R218 ABH. Between 5.30pm on the 5th and 7am on the 6th September a red Hitachi/Fiat digger/excavator was stolen from the compound on the Euro Link Industrial Estate, Sittingbourne, access being gained by removing a 6ft high panel. Any information please to the police on 01795 477055 or the NhW office on freephone 0808 100 3308.

Message number 0204 Between 10pm and 10.30pm on the 5th September the passenger side wing mirror of a vehicle parked in Burnt Oast Road, Boughton under Blean was smashed. Also between the 1st and 4th September various small ornaments were stolen from the Cemetery in Love Lane, Faversham. A white male described as 40/50years of age, 5'4" tall, medium build, with black hair balding in the middle and walking a dog was seen to be taking items off the graves and putting them in his pocket. Any information of these incidents to the police on 01795 477055 or the NhW office on freephone 0808 100 3308. Message number 0205 Between 11.45am and 12.10am on the 6th September the window of a vehicle parked in Union Street, Faversham was smashed and a Tom Tom GPS navigation system was stolen. Also between 4pm on the 5th and 8am on the 6th September 5 single glazed windows of a dwelling in The Mount, London Road, Faversham was smashed. Any in formation regarding these incidents to the police on 01795 477055 or the NhW office on freephone 0808 100 3308. Message number 0212 Between 6pm on the 6th and 9.28am on the 7th September. a Peugeot 306 parked in Millfield Road, Faversham had all four tyres slashed. Any information to the police on 01795477055 or the NhW office on freephone 0808 100 3308.

Bulletin No. 019/06 - September 2006

Message number 0180 Between 6pm 0n the 18th and 8pm on the 20th August an 8ft x 4ft twin axle galvanized trailer containing galvanised sheeting was stolen from a farm in Otterden. Between 3pm on the 19th and 9pm on the 21st August the wheels of 3 trailers with 4 four on each was stolen from a farm (Norham) in Selling. Between 3pm on the 19th and 9am on the 21st August a red Massey Ferguson tractor with a silver cab with blue prima loader on the front was stolen from a field in Hogbens Hill, Selling. Any information regarding the above to the Police on 01795 477055 or the Neigbourhood Watch Office on freephone 0808 100 3308.

Message number 0181 Around 7.30pm on the 16th August a white male described as aged between 27 and 34, 5' 7" tall, medium build, dark brown short cropped hair, clean shaven wearing a dark suit shirt and tie carrying a black briefcase, purporting to be a Bailiff but carrying no form if ID, called on a dwelling in Baconsfield Road, Sittingbourne, to collect council tax arrears which was completely unfounded. He was invited into the dwelling whilst the lady of the house went to find the monthly payment book to prove this was the case. After a short while the man of the dwelling said he was going to phone the council, the man was escorted off the premises. Please do not invite strangers / into your house. This couple was lucky because he was not left on his own. Please be very careful - No ID, no entry. For further advice should it be required phone the NhW office on freephone 0808 100 3308

Message number 0184 On the 18th August a resident in the Whitstable area was cold called by a man selling goods from a holdall, her porch door was ajar and the Male entered her house without permission whilst another male was stood on the footpath. The lady asked him to leave immediately but as she was taken by surprise she did not have time to check what they were selling. The Male is described, approximately 5' 5" tall, wearing a black tee shirt and blue jeans, short dark hair and carrying a black holdall. The other man also with a holdall waited on the path outside. They appeared to have no badge or visible ID. Please be careful these people usually travel from area to area. Any information to the police on 01795 477055 or the NhW office on freephone 0808 100 3308.

Roger E Woodall, Deputy Co-ordinator Newnham Neighbourhood Watch Telephone: 01795 890767

Bulletin No. 018/06 - August 2006

Message number.0178 Between 5.30pm 0n the 10th and 9am on the 12th August an attempted burglary was made to premises on the Symmonds Drive, Eurolink Commercial Park, Sittingbourne. Between 12:01 on the 12th and 10am on the 14th August Premises on the Sittingbourne Industrial Park suffered criminal damage. Between 6pm on the 18th and 8am on the 19th August two drums of cable were stolen from the site of a company on the Bonham Drive, Eurolink Commercial Park, Sittingbourne. Please be extra vigilant especially where cable is concerned due to the market price of copper it becomes an easy target. Any in formation regarding these incidents to the police on 01795 477055 or the NhW office on free phone 0808 100 3308. Thank you.

Message number 0179 Around 3pm 5th July 20 metres of wire fencing protecting the side of a deep quarry on a farm in Hempstead Lane, Bapchild, was stolen. Between 5.30pm on the 10th and 9am on the 11th August A burglary and attempted theft from a farmhouse in Bramblefield Lane, Kemsley was made. Between 2pm and 3.15pm on the 13th August an insecure barn in Wood Street, Tonge, Sittingbourne. Was entered and a saddle and two bridles stolen. Between 00:01 0n the 31st July and 10.50am on the 14th of August 20 to 30 metres of lightning protection copper tape, with a grey plastic covering valued at £250 was stolen from a mobile telephone mast in a field at Ospringe, Faversham. Any information regarding these incidents to the police on 01795 477055 or the NhW office on free phone 0808 100 3308.

Roger E Woodall, Deputy Co-ordinator Newnham Neighbourhood Watch Telephone: 01795 890767

Bulletin No. 017/06 - August 2006

Message number 0169 Over the past week there have several incidents ranging from assault, criminal damage to burglaries on various Caravan / Chalet sites. Please be extra vigilant, our standard shed alarms available from the Neighbourhood Watch office at £6 each can be fitted the doors of chalets / caravans. And information regarding these incidents to the Police on 01795 477055 or the Neighbourhood Watch office on free phone 0808 100 3308. Message number.0171 The Police are appealing for information following a fatal road traffic collision around 3.08am on Sunday 6th August in Marine Parade, Sheerness, when a white Ford Transit van was in collision with a 26 year old male pedestrian. Did you witness this collision? If so please contact the Serious Collision Unit on 01622 798538. Thank you.

Message number 0172 Between 7pm on the 4th and 1.30pm on the 5th August electric fencing and transformer was stolen from stables in Halfway Road, Sheerness. Also around 8am on the 6th August Stables in Sheerness Road, Lower Halstow was broken into causing considerable damage. A beige / fawn 4x4 or pick up truck was seen near the stables. Any information to the Police on 01795 477055 or the NhW office on free phone 0808 100 3308. Message number 0173 Between 10am and 11am on the 4th August, kennels in Homestall Road, Doddington were broken into and three cocker spaniel puppies (bitches) stolen, believed to be for breeding purposes. Any information to the Police on 01795 477055 or the NhW office on free phone 0808 100 3308.

Roger E Woodall, Deputy Co-ordinator Newnham Neighbourhood Watch Telephone: 01795 890 767

Bulletin No. 016/06 - July 2006

Message number 0150 Between 00:01 on the 22nd July and 1:15pm on the 25th July the fencing to the field of a farm in the Street Bredgar was cut and copper earth wire to the value of £1500.00 stolen. Any information to the police on 01795 477055 or the NhW Office on free phone 0808 100 3308. Message number 0152 This is another reminder to keep all windows shut and locked when not in the room, as the opportunist is always on the look out for an easy target to relieve you of your possessions. Also not forgetting you vehicle whilst emptying it of shopping etc. Message number 0153 Between 7pm & 8.30pm on the 21st July a white Male described as slim build, deep Southern accent, straight shoulder-length brown hair wearing blue baggy jeans and blue Tee-shirt called on a dwelling in Volante Drive, Sittingbourne asking to use the toilet. The occupant invited him in to use the toilet. On leaving, the occupant noticed several items, including a mobile phone, were missing and phoned the Police. This person has been seen in the area on several occasions. Any information to the police on 01795 477055 or the NhW Office on free phone 0808 100 3308.

Message number 0157 Traditionally, this time of year Swale sees a rise in the number of deliberate fires. With the exceptionally dry conditions it is IMPERATIVE that any incidents of deliberate fire setting, no matter how small or innocent it may appear, are reported to the Police on 01795 477 055 or Kent Fire & Rescue 01622 692121. In the event of an emergency 999. By doing this you can help save lives and and your livelihoods. Message number 0158 There has been a spate of stealing copper earth wire to mobile phone towers situated in farm fields. Please pay particular attention if you have one of these on your farm. Any information to the Police on 01795 477055 or the Neighbourhood Watch office on freephone 0808 100 3308.   Roger E Woodall, Deputy Co-ordinator Newnham Neighbourhood Watch Telephone: 01795 890 767

July 2006 - Issue 2

1.Message number 0149 Between 3.45pm and 3.51pm on the 22nd July the window of a blue BMW 520 in the car park of Boundgate Farm, Badlesmere, Faversham was smashed and items stolen. A silver Nissan Micra saloon was seen by the entrance gate. The driver is described as white male slim build wearing a baseball cap. The other person is described as a white male aged between 22 & 28, 5' 10" tall, slim build with short black wavy hair. The vehicle was seen to drive along the A251 towards Faversham.. Any information to the police on 01795 477055 or the NhW Office on free phone 0808 100 3308. 2. Message number 0150 Between 00:01 on the 22nd July and 1:15pm on the 25th July the fencing to the field of a farm in the Street Bredgar was cut and copper earth wire to the value of £1500.00 stolen. Any information to the police on 01795 477055 or the NhW Office on free phone 0808 100 3308. 3. Message number 0152 This is another reminder to keep all windows shut and locked when not in the room, as the opportunist is always on the look out for an easy target to relieve you of your possessions. Also not forgetting you vehicle whilst emptying it of shopping etc.

4. Message number 0153 Between 7pm & 8.30pm on the 21st July a white Male described as Slim build, deep Southern accent, straight shoulder-length brown hair wearing blue baggy jeans and blue Tee-shirt called on a dwelling in Volante Drive, Sittingbourne asking to use the toilet the occupant invited him in to use the toilet. On leaving the occupant noticed several items including a mobile phone was missing and phoned the Police. This person has been seen in the area on several occasions. Any information to the police on 01795 477055 or the NhW Office on free phone 0808 100 3308. 5. Message number 0157 Traditionally, this time of year Swale sees a rise in the number of deliberate fires. With the exceptionally dry conditions it is IMPERATIVE that any incidents of deliberate fire setting, no matter how small or innocent it may appear, are reported to the Police on 01795 477 055 or Kent Fire & Rescue 01622 692121. In the event of an emergency please 999. By doing this you can help save lives and and your livelihoods. 6. Message number 0158 There has been a spate of stealing copper earth wire to mobile phone towers situated in farm fields. Please pay particular attention if you have one of these on your farm. Any information to the Police on 01795 477055 or the neighbourhood watch office on freephone 0808 100 3308.