Your neighbourhood team are currently working with the community and partners to address the following:

• Vehicle Crime.

  There has been an increase in theft of motor vehicle and theft from motor vehicles in the Dickens Heath, Knowle and Dorridge over the last 10 days. Officers will be patrolling on foot, in the marked and plain cars in an attempt to catch and deter those intent on committing such crime. Alarm systems fitted to vehicles are a good deterrent but you may wish to consider other forms of protection for your vehicle.

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  Vehicle Crime.: To protect yourself from this type of crime please see the West Midlands Police safer motors page for security tips. http://www.west-midlands.police.uk/safermotors/ .

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• Misuse of Drugs.

  There are Concerns about groups of young people who are believed to be smoking drugs near to residential properties around the shopping precinct in Knowle and nearby country lanes. If you see any suspicious activities call the Police on 101 or alternatively you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800555111 or give info via http://www.crimestoppers-uk.org.

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  Misuse of Drugs.: Officers have been patrolling the area on a regular basis and liaising with partners to eliminate this type of behaviour. There appears to have been a dramatic decline in calls to the police regarding this type of activity so patrols will continue in the area.

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• Shed Breaks.

  This time of year shows a typical increase in the amount of shed breaks. The team are pro actively patrolling the area in an attempt to catch and deter any offenders. If you see any suspicious activity please call 101, or if you have any information in relation to any crime please contact us or alternatively you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800555111 or give info via http://www.crimestoppers-uk.org.

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  Crime Prevention Advice.: For security tips please see http://www.west-midlands.police.uk/saferhomes/garden_security/shed_security.htm. .

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• Misuse of Drugs.

  There have been several reports of youths in vehicles parking up in Ravenshaw Lane where they are believed to be taking drugs and causing a general nuisance. Debris indicates that cannabis is being used and possibly other types drugs. We are working with Partners to make locations less appealing to cannabis users whilst maintaining a regular presence ourselves. If you have any information please call Solihull Police on 101 or Crime stoppers anonymously on 0800555111.

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  Misuse of Drugs.: Officers are patrolling the area on a regular basis and liaising with partners to eliminate this type of behaviour. Stop checks and searches are being conducted were necessary and those found committing such Offence are being dealt with robustly.

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• House Breaks.

  There has been a slight increase in house burglary in the last 2 weeks in the Knowle and Dorridge Area. Properties are being targeted and keys to the occupants vehcile(s) are being taken from the premises and the vehicles taken off the drive. Please ensure your premises are secure and set your alarm if you have one. It is important that you are vigilant and if you see any suspicious activity contact 101 and ask for Solihull Police or 999 in an emergency.

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  Feedback.: To protect yourself from this type of crime please see West Midlands Police web Site: http://www.westmidlands.police.uk/saferhomes/index.htm. .

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• Anti Social Behaviour.

  It is that time of year that we see an increase in Anti Social Behaviour. A contributing factor to this is the lighter nights and young persons having access to alcohol and being allowed out later on none school days.

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  ASB Patrols.: Officers will be patrolling areas which have be identified from evidence gathering in previous years which suffer Anti Social Behaviour such as local parks, shopping precincts, car parks and derelict buildings. We will also be working with our partners and visit local stores to ensure they are not selling alcohol to underage persons. It must also be noted that it is an offence to purchase alcohol for someone under age. These patrols and tactics will continue through the Summer Holidays.

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  : Officers will continue to patrol areas where there are reports of Anti Social Behaviour in the knowle and take robust action to those who choose to cause a nuisance to residents in those locations. Alcohol is a contributing factor towards ASB amongst youths so visits will continue to be made at local stores that sell alcohol to ensure that licensing laws are being adhered too.

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What do these mean?

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