News
Further Arrests Made During Police Operation
Dear Members,
Please see the latest news article and video on our website in relation to recent arrests made during a Police operation. A total of 16 arrests have been made during a week-long police operation in the Coalville, Ashby and Leicester areas following intelligence gathering on criminal activity in the areas.
Read the full details below by clicking the below link -
https://www.leics.police.uk/news/leicestershire/news/2020/may/further-arrests-made-during-police-operation/... Read More »
Posted: Tue, 12 May 2020
Vehicle Involved In the Theft of Sheep
Good morning
I hope this message finds you well.
A bit of information for you all to be aware of, a silver coloured Golf, partial registration UNM has been seen in neighbouring counties involved in stealing sheep. The vehicle has been seen with four males inside.
If you have any sightings of this vehicle, please report to your local Police. As I am sure you are all aware, this type of incident is becoming... Read More »
Posted: Fri, 8 May 2020
Catalytic Converter Thefts
Dear Members,
Keeping your vehicle safe - catalytic converter thefts
The precious metal in catalytic converters has led to an increase in their theft. Vehicles that sit high above the road are particularly vulnerable.To keep yours safe, ask your car dealer if they can give you any advice on locks or guards that are approved by the vehicle manufacturer.
Alternatively, try to make sure your vehicle is parked... Read More »
Posted: Thu, 7 May 2020
Sextortion Phishing Emails
What are 'sextortion' phishing emails?
Have you received an unpleasant email saying that the sender knows your password and that they have footage of you visiting adult websites (or other similar threatening messages)?
'Sextortion' phishing scams are where people are coerced into paying a BitCoin ransom because they have been threatened with sharing of videos of them visiting adult websites. These scams... Read More »
Posted: Tue, 5 May 2020
VE Day Activities and Colouring Sheets
Please see the attached - Activity Sheets and Colouring Sheets for you and your family to enjoy in the build up to VE Day
Posted: Tue, 5 May 2020
Colour Me In - Stay Home and Thank You Key Workers
Please see attached - Feel free to print these off and colour them in.
Available in paper from boxes outside the Village Hall, Main Street
Posted: Mon, 4 May 2020
TEMPORARY TRAFFIC REGULATION ORDER - HOUGH HILL LEVEL CROSSING, SWANNINGTON
Please see attached Press Release and Map.
Posted: Mon, 4 May 2020
Protecting Again Cybercrime and Fraud
Sadly there has been a surge in cyber incidents and fraud and as a result putting out even more messaging and advice that we would normally.
"Paying for items such as face masks which don't exist or are faulty"
Rule No.1
Do NOT respond to unsolicited emails or texts offering items for sale. You have no way of verifying if the seller (or goods) are legitimate or not.
If you are wishing to source items,... Read More »
Posted: Sun, 3 May 2020
Warning Regarding Fake Bank Letters
The public should be on the lookout for a sophisticated fraud that involves fraudsters sending fake bank letters.
The convincing letters being sent are a replica template from banks and include their logo, address and signature from a customer service representative.
The letter tells recipients that there have been some "unusual transactions" on their personal account or that there is an outstanding... Read More »
Posted: Thu, 30 Apr 2020
