From time to time the police advise us of criminal activity which is occurring, or has recently occurred, in our area.  Sometimes there will have been incidents in neighbouring villages but the police will alert us so that we can advise people to be on their guard against similar occurrences in our parish.  We also hope that anyone who has seen anything suspicious or, indeed, been the victim of a crime will report it to the police.

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Theft of bikes
Criminal damage to cars in Woolavington Road


Theft of Bikes in Woolavington

A garage in Woolavington has been broken into between midday on 4th July and 0600 on 8th of July and bikes were stolen. The 4 stolen mountain bikes are made by Scott.

If anyone sees anything or anyone suspicious or if they find any abandoned bikes could you ask them to contact us?
Also could you remind people to lock away bikes when in their property and out and also to secure any garages, sheds or outbuildings they may have. 

We are asking residents of Puriton to please be vigilant and if you have any information regarding this matter, please call your local police beat team on the below contact telephone numbers or 999 for ongoing criminal damage.

Your police beat team are looking to stamp out this issue and deal with the offending parties in the appropriate manner by arresting and prosecuting them.

Puriton beat team will carry out patrols and other police units will monitor the area at various times of the day.

Criminal damage and anti social behaviour will not be tolerated in Puriton so your assistance in this matter is greatly appreciated.

PC Jasmine Desmond: 01823 363359

PCSO Lora Bray: 07825125099

PCSO Rachel Aston: 07825103286

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