Important Community Information
Warning Catalytic Converter theft rising
Police Warn about Catalytic Converter Thefts in the Bournemouth area In recent years, catalytic converter theft has risen dramatically. According to the AA Insurance claims have gone up from 32 in 2018 to 393 in 2019. It is believed that this is driven by the value of the metals inside. While platinum prices have remained fairly stable, there has been a sharp increase in the...
Public warned about test and trace scams
Today, Get Safe Online is issuing a serious warning about scams perpetrated by fraudsters claiming to represent the NHS Coronavirus test and trace service. These could take the form of fake emails, texts and phone calls and also bogus websites. One of the key elements of the service – which was announced by the government last week – is an...
Unauthorised Encampments
Recent news stories have highlighted awareness of unauthorised encampments in around the Bournemouth area. This awareness has increased with the current COVID-19 pandemic and the movement of people and the increased risk of transmission affecting the R. The media have reported encampments on the beach, cliff tops and some recreational areas. BCP council and its partners have strategies to address...
Friends Against Scams Organisation
North Bournemouth Crime Prevention Panel is now a approved Friends Against Scams Organisation. Friends Against Scams is a National Trading Standards Scams Team initiative, which aims to protect and prevent people from becoming victims of scams by empowering people to take a stand against scams. Scams cost the UK economy £5-£10 Billion a year53% of people over 65 have been targeted...
Is your number up?
Bringing the community together. Is Your Number Up? Is a joint NBCPP/NW partnership project supported by Bournemouth Borrough Council, Dorset Fire & Rescue, Dorset Police, SW Ambulance Service. (more…)