The following is a local policing update for the Rural Flegg Villages neighbourhood
Weekly crime summary 10 August 2016
Sandi Starfish returns to help keep children safe this summer
A five armed friend is returning to Norfolk beaches lending an extra hand to families to help keep their children safe this summer.
Sandi the Starfish was launched in 2014 – with a seafront flag for families to use as a meeting point if they are separated and special Sandi the Starfish wristbands with space to write a parent’s mobile number.
When visiting the Norfolk coast this summer, keep an eye out for Sandi in Hunstanton, Wells, Sheringham, Cromer, Great Yarmouth and Gorleston. Wristbands are available from a variety of locations within each seaside resort.
Helpful tips for families planning a trip to the beach include:
· Designate a meeting spot and make sure the whole family know to go there to wait there if you are separated.
· A Sandi the Starfish flag is located on the sea front and is designed to be seen by children from a distance. Show your child the picture of Sandi so they know what to look for.
· Tell your child that if they get separated from you, they should go to the flag where they can wait for you or ideally approach someone in uniform, and tell them they are lost.
· Use a Sandi the Starfish wristband and write your phone number on the inside of the wristband so you can be contacted if your child is found.
· Keep an up-to-date photo of them on your phone to show to officers so they know who they are looking for. Ideally take on a phone or a digital camera when you arrive at the beach to show exactly what they are wearing. It’s vital to remember what they are wearing! Bright, eye catching clothing is ideal.
Appeal for witnesses following altercation in Bradwell
Police are appealing for witnesses following an incident in Bradwell.
Two men were involved in an altercation outside the Tesco store on Beccles Road at 9.50pm on Saturday 6 August 2016.
Anyone who may have seen the incident should contact PC Jamie Robson at Gorleston Police Station on 101.
Appeal after burglary in Caister
Police are appealing for information following a burglary in Caister.
A property in Nelson Road was broken into at some point between 5pm on Monday 1 August and 11am on Tuesday 2 August 2016. An iPad, leather purse and an amount of cash was stolen from within the property.
Anyone who may have seen any suspicious activity in the area between the times stated, or anyone with information, should contact DC Gary Brown at Great Yarmouth CID on 101.
Alternatively contact independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.
Police investigate burglary in Great Yarmouth
Police are appealing for information following a burglary in Great Yarmouth which happened at the end of last week.
A property on Fredereick Road was entered at some point between 4pm on Friday 5 August and 9am on Saturday 6 August 2016. A number of power tools were stolen during the incident.
Anyone who may have seen any suspicious activity in the area between the times stated or anyone with information should contact DC Gary Brown at Great Yarmouth CID on 101.
Alternatively contact independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.