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Shoplifter jailed and banned from City of London
15:42 22/07/2024A shoplifter has been sentenced to 19 weeks in prison and banned from entering the City of London for five years.
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Prolific shoplifter jailed and banned from the City of London
15:17 15/07/2024A professional thief has been banned from entering the City of London for five years, after being handed a Criminal Behaviour Order (CBO) at City of London Magistrates’ Court.
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Professional thief jailed and banned from entering the City of London
14:42 09/07/2024A prolific bag thief who has targeted people in the City of London dating back to 2020, has been given a two-year prison sentence at Highbury Corner Magistrates' Court.
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Jail for man who was caught in the City with Rambo style knife
08:40 20/06/2024A man who was in possession of a 12-inch ‘Rambo’ knife has been sentenced to six months in prison.
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Ten arrested for criminal damage at building on Bishopsgate
13:45 17/06/2024Ten people, believed to be aged between 20-55 years of age, have been arrested in connection with criminal damage at a building on Bishopsgate.
Crimes and priorities
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Phone/Bag Theft
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We work alongside our Proactive Crime Team to target offenders responsible for theft and robbery offences. Officers also engage with local businesses and the public, offering crime prevention advice to help reduce opportunities for theft.
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Retail crime and shoplifting
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The Retail Crime Investigation Team focuses on investigating shoplifting offences and bringing offenders to justice, while local officers maintain a visible presence and build strong relationships within the community.
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Residential Anti-Social Behaviour
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We use a range of powers available under anti-social behaviour legislation to address nuisance behaviour, protect vulnerable individuals and safeguard those at risk of exploitation. Utilising Closure Order powers to stop addresses becoming generators of anti-social behaviour and also protecting residents vulnerable to exploitation. Officers regularly engage with residents and community groups to ensure concerns are identified and addressed effectively.
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Anti-social cycling
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Working with our Cycle Team, we deliver engagement events, cycle safety education and targeted patrols to promote responsible cycling and improve safety across the ward.
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Targeted patrols
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Regular days of action are conducted using local intelligence and crime trend analysis, ensuring officers focus resources on areas of highest demand and concern.