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Hot on the heels of the vehicle speed survey, the Crime and Police Commissioner has announced a more general survey which seeks residents views on other aspects of community safety.
Residents are encouraged to complete the survey “on line” click here
A paper version of the survey is also available.
Window smashed on vehicle. Sat nav/wallet stolen on 18/05/14 between 1720hrs-1845hrs, Cherry Lane (off Tadcaster Rd, nr Racecourse).
— NYP York West (@snayorkwest) May 20, 2014
As a result of the incident the pedestrian, a 62-year-old York man, suffered a cut to his head as well as cuts and bruising to one of his hands.
A 42-year-old man from York who was arrested in connection with the incident has been released on bail to allow for further police enquiries.
PC Chris Storey, of York Safer Neighbourhood Team, said: “If you witnessed the incident taking place, I urge you to contact the police straight away as you may have information which could progress my investigation.”
Anyone who can assist officers with this enquiry should contact York police on 101, select option 2 and ask for Chris Storey.
Alternatively, information can be emailed to christopher.storey@northyorkshire.pnn.police.uk.
York police have issued an urgent appeal to help trace a York man who has gone missing from his home in the Heworth area.
41-year-old Mandeep Ahluwalia was last seen by his mother in the city on the afternoon of Friday 16 May 2014 and has not been seen or heard from since.
He also left leaving his car, bank cards and mobile phone behind.
North Yorkshire Police’s Chief Constable Dave Jones is hosting a live webchat to give residents the opportunity to ask any questions about crime and anti-social behaviour in their communities.
Mr Jones will be online between 5pm and 6pm on Monday 19 May 2014.
To join the latest webchat visit www.northyorkshire.police.uk/webchat.
You can also set yourself an email reminder in advance so you don’t miss it.
Residents who are unable to take part in the live webchat are encouraged to send their questions to the Chief Constable in advance via the North Yorkshire Police Twitter account @NYorksPolice, using the hashtag #AskTheChief, or the Facebook page www.facebook.com/NorthYorkshirePolice.
He would like to discuss people’s experiences with North Yorkshire Police and to hear suggestions about how the policing service in the county can be further improved.
Mr Jones said: “As Chief Constable of North Yorkshire Police, I believe it is important for me to engage with our communities and find out their concerns.
“This will my fourth webchat of 2014. I have found that they are a valuable way of receiving feedback from residents, helping me to understand the issues which are important to them so that we can improve the service we offer.
“I look forward to answering as many of your questions as possible between 5pm and 6pm on Monday, so please try and join me online.”
Below are the enforcement locations for North Yorkshire Police’s mobile safety cameras for week commencing Wednesday 30 April 2014.
The safety cameras are now more visible then ever before with each of the three vehicles bearing the same hi-vis livery as North Yorkshire Police’s marked vehicle fleet.
York police are appealing for witnesses after a disabled man was racially abused in the city centre.
The victim, an eastern European man aged in his mid to late 20’s who has no legs, was sitting on his skateboard busking on Coney Street when he was approached by a man at around 12pm on Saturday 26 April 2014.
A poster and billboard campaign has begun across North Yorkshire urging motorists to drive with the safety of pedal and motor cyclists in mind.
The county council, along with North Yorkshire Police, have launched a new ‘Think! Bike campaign with posters and hoardings displayed in urban areas and along popular cycling and motorbike routes. The first billboard went up in Harrogate this week.
With more cyclists expected to take to the county’s roads in the run-up to the Tour de France, the county council’s road safety team in partnership with the police are running a cyclist and biker awareness campaign aimed at motorists in an attempt to reduce the number of casualties. The purpose is to get motorists to drive with consideration for other road users, especially before turning or changing direction.
Police are appealing for witnesses after a teenage girl was assaulted in York.
The victim, aged 14, was walking along Monkton Road with a friend at around 9.15pm on Monday 7 April 2014, when she was approached by a man who head butted her on the side of her face.
The man then walked off in the direction of Malton Road. He is described as white, aged in his mid-20s, with stubbly facial hair. He was wearing a light-coloured tracksuit top with the hood up and light-coloured jogging bottoms.
Thieves will not hesitate if they see an easy way into your property, therefore it is important to keep windows and doors locked even if you are at home or in the garden.
It is also important to review the security of your sheds and outbuildings, as expensive gardening tools and equipment are a target for criminals during the summer months.
Detective Sergeant Matt Dodson, of York CID, said: “By being security conscious and taking a few simple crime prevention steps you can quickly put thieves off targeting your home.
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Your local PCSOs will be at Dringhouses Library 10.30-11.30, drop in and say hi, discuss safety & crime, or get your bike security tagged.
— Dringhouses library (@dringlibrary) April 15, 2014
Shed break overnight, Hobmoor Terrace allotments off Tadcaster Rd. Garden tools taken. Any info please call 101.
— NYP York West (@snayorkwest) April 14, 2014
Keep your bike safe: bring it along to the library on Saturday between 10.30 &11.30 a.m. to get it tagged by your friendly local PCSO.
— Dringhouses library (@dringlibrary) April 3, 2014