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Canning Town South

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Neighbourhood Priorities

Robbery - There have been a number of robberies taking place in the canning town area, mainly around the vicinity of the train station this has impacted the local community who have expressed their concerns to the team.
Patrols will be conducted around the ward to identify robbery hotspots, and patrols will be conducted in these areas to help reduce further incidents.

Issue Date Tuesday 27th February 2024

stop and searches conducted
high visibility patrols
Stolen property recovered
Vehicles seized
Signs placed around the area to warn commuters

Action Date Tuesday 27th February 2024


A number of reports from residents stating youths are gathering in stairwells in estates/tower blocks causing ASB and Smoking drugs.

Issue Date Tuesday 27th February 2024

Regular patrols
Leaflet drops
ASB warnings

Action Date Tuesday 27th February 2024


TFMV are increasing across the ward. Officers will pay attention to vehicles whilst on patrol and if any vehicles are identified as being vulnerable, i.e. valuables on display or insecure vehicle then officers will try locate the owners and offer crime prevention advice to prevent them from becoming targets.

Issue Date Tuesday 27th February 2024

Attending hotels and giving advice
Leaflets handed out
High vis patrols
Target hardening advice

Action Date Tuesday 27th February 2024


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