THE SWAVESEY PATCH

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Please tell us if you have been subject to crime. We can ask for witnesses to help solve your case. The sooner we ask, the more likely people are to remember. Our local officers try to keep us up to date and we now can get "real time" information on occasions. Follow Sgt. Paul Rogerson on Twitter @sgtrogerson. Polly also will give some real time info. out @pollywilderspin.

POLICE are warning people to be vigilant after reports of a telephone scam.

Several people have contacted Cambridgeshire Police after receiving calls requesting their bank details.

The scammers, who have the name, date of birth and address of the recipient, claimed they were entitled to a refund from their banks before asking for their details.

When they refused to give the details, the caller threatened to black list their account.

A police spokesman said: "I would urge people to remain vigilant and never disclose personal information such as bank account details over the phone.

"If you get a call offering you something that sounds too good to be true, it generally is."

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ANOTHER BIKE FOUND This one in Moat Way. It is a teenage sized Mountain Bike. For further details contact Polly 01954 230083.

MPORTANT. PLEASE UPDATE YOUR DETAILS TO YOUR STREET COORDINATOR. We had sus persons on premises in Over Rd yesterday, Friday, and needed to alert immediate neighbours as police think that they may return. Up to date emails are needed for situations like this. We could only alert three neighbours!

BURGLARY TUESDAY SWAVESEY in Middle Watch. Entry was gained through a window even though the premises was secure and items were taken.

MISSING MILK AGAIN CARTERS WAY Please be observant as to folk in driveways in early hours. People need their milk! Please report to police any obs. that give rise for concern.

BLUE ASTRA STOLEN OAKINGTON ...58YKR, is one parked up near to you/ behind a shed or garage? Please look out, it could well be near.

BLUE PIAGGIO MOPED STOLEN. This was stolen from Impington but looking at other occasions could well be ridden this area. On 57 reg. ending EZZ, not able to give rest of number due to restrictions in force but should be recognisable anyway. If seen please phone the police immediately 999 for them to catch... crime in action...

WHY ARE WE BEING GIVEN INCOMPLETE NUMBER PLATE DETAILS REGARDING STOLEN VEHICLES??? BECAUSE THE "POWERS THAT BE" RULING ON INFORMATION SHARING, ARE SAYING THAT IS ALL WE CAN HAVE AT PRESENT. OFFICERS AND OURSELVES ARE TRYING TO GET THIS CHANGED!

BURGLARY WILLINGHAM ROAD OVER Please be extra observant as persons may still be working in our area.

BIKE FOUND. A bicycle has been found in Mow Fen Drove which is towards the busway from Taylors Lane/ Hale Road cemetery corner. Police aware. Please phone Polly 01954 230083 if you are missing a bike. IT WAS NOT REGISTERED WITH IMMOBILISE SO POLICE UNABLE TO TRACE OWNER.

NEXT NEIGHBOURHOOD PANEL MEETING, when the police and Council Officials will be available to listen to you and to decide our neighbourhood's priorities will be on the 21st Feb. at Willingham Primary School at 7.30 p.m.

KEEP IN TOUCH WITH SGT. PAUL ROGERSON NOW ON TWITTER @sgtrogerson. Up to date reports and activity information when on duty. Well worth the link! Please encourage him by being a "follower".

S.CAMBS. BURGLARS ARE USING GARDEN TOOLS. Please note that the current spate of burglaries are being implimented by the offenders finding tools and other freestanding items in gardens and then using them to break into peoples homes. Windows, doors and patio doors are being broken or forced.Please keep all tools locked away securely. Why not walk round your garden thinking "what could a person use to get into my home?"

PARKING AT MEMORIAL HALL. A person parked across the entrance to the Hall blocking in all persons parked there. This was not only anti social but also a very dangerous thing to do as had there been an emergency, emergency vehicles would not have had access.

POST OFFICE RAIDS CAMBS. Please be extra observant around any post office as to persons who may be preparing or engaging in criminal activities. This is a terrifying experience for any person to undergo.

ANTI SOCIAL DRIVING if you are subject to this in your area please do phone the police as it happens so that they can attend. We understand that there has been difficulties in School Lane some evenings and near to the College.

ALERT RE METAL THEFTS Please be very watchful as to tipper lorries/ vans etc which are stealing man hole covers and other metals from this area. They are usually older than authority owned vehicles. If you see any of these taking away similar items please check with the police

NOTTINGHAM KNOCKERS These persons who claim to be an ex offender and whose way of working gives cause for concern, often come to our village. The police do not want them in this area and require calls straight away as soon as they arrive in order to ask them to leave. They often do not have a Cambs. Trader�s Licence.

YOU MAY NOT KNOW THIS.......USE OF FOOTPATHS. You may take prams, dogs and wheelchairs on footpaths. The County Council website states that you do not have the right to ride a bicycle, ride or lead a horse or take a horse drawn vehicle down a footpath. It is a criminal offence to take any motor vehicle down a footpath unless you have been given lawful authority.

YOU MAY NOT KNOW THIS......USE OF BRIDLEWAYS. Please note that bridleways are for walkers, horseriders and cyclists. Only motorised vehicles that have been given lawful authority can be driven down a bridleway. There is no right to drive a pony and trap or horse drawn vehicle down a bridleway. Cyclists must give way to walkers and riders of horses.

FRAUDSTERS ARE PHONING OR EMAILING PRETENDING TO BE FROM YOUR LOCAL COUNCIL. They are requesting your bank details saying that either you need to pay your council tax due to no payments being received or to say that you are due a refund. No council employee will ask for your bank details in this way.

"Buy With Confidence" is a scheme that helps you find local traders that are reliable. For further information contact www.cambridgeshire.gov.uk or telephone Comsumer Direct on 08454 04 05 06

SOUTH CAMBS. DISTRICT COUNCIL WARNING RE SCAM Scammers ring persons saying that they are due a council tax refund in a bid to steal bank details. Your council will not phone you on such a matter nor ask for your banking details

SCAM British Gas will not e-mail anyone to ask for their banking details in order update their records nor by which to "reinstate" your payment plan because your payments "have been declined", This is a scam.

E-MAIL BANK SCAMS Scam emails supposedly from nearly every bank are being sent out on a regular basis. If you receive an email that your account, for instance, has " been suspended", "needs confirmation of details" etc. think scam/ phish straight away and tell your bank. Do not click onto any link given, do not give any details at all to these persons. They are after your money!

ITINERANT TRADERS. Please do not use itinerant traders as many have questionable practices and motives. All garden works, roof works, scrap and refuse collection can be done by local and checkable persons and trusted traders. If in doubt check with neighbours or look in the Meridian for persons to employ. Our advice is to politely and assertively refuse, no matter how polite and pleasant they seem. If you have scrap, sell it and gain the profit for yourselves by using a local dealer. Also, to use unlicenced operatives could end in a criminal charge for the householder concerned.

CRIME PREVENTION STICKERS. We have received 300 "I am not buying at the door" stickers. These will be distributed through various means such as shops and organisations. We have done this as a response to complaints as to the number of unwanted callers here and as to their sales methods. These stickers are for all ages to use! Please put them so that approaching persons can clearly see them. If they call please just show them the sticker or ignore them altogether.