Issue - meetings

Officers from Leicestershire Police will be at the meeting to provide an update on police matters in Thurncourt Ward.

Representatives from the Local Police Team were in attendance and Officers provided an update to the meeting.

It was noted that, in the last 28 days:

·         There had been 4 burglaries (2 unconfirmed, valuables were being targeted and Officers requested that residents secure sheds and garages and keep valuables out of site)

·         There were no robberies

·         No theft of motor vehicles

·         3 theft of Catalytic converters

·         ASB had dropped and there were currently 5 live reports.

As part of the discussions, residents noted that:

·         Concerns of speeding cars on Ocean Road and requested police presence

·         Recent nuisance with modified vehicles casing noise pollution concerns

·         Use of off-road motor cycles without safety helmets

In response to concerns raised by residents, officers noted that residents be requested to report vehicle registration of speeding and modified vehicles to 101 or in an emergency to 999 and that the Police have the powers to seize motor cycles under Section 165 Road Traffic Act and this offence would go on the individuals driving licence and ASB action can also be taken.