On the 2^nd of August 2010, Gwynedd Council in conjunction with the Caernarfon Neighbourhood Policing Team organised a fun day for 75 Children taking part in the Fun scheme which is run by Gwynedd Council Each Year. The scheme consists of local children, all between the ages of 6-12 of who enjoy activites such as Football and Swimming etc. The scheme is run for 5 weeks in the summer months, and is intended to work with outside agencies to educate and inform the local children on the opportunities within Caernarfon, and how to look after the town.

 

      

 

The Event was organised by Iwan Emlyn Jones who is a member of staff at the leisure centre. Iwan is also a Special Constable with North Wales Police in his spare time, and volunteers his services to the Community on a regular basis. PCSO C2882 Gethin Edwards of the Neighbourhood Policing Team and PC 1696 Gordon Topps of the Dog Section attended along with his two dogs Cyrus, a Belgian Shepard Malinois and Harry, his Black Labrador. PC Topps gave a demonstration of both Dogs working, and explained both roles that they play in the fight against crime.

 

                           

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The children were then given a demonstration of Western Division’s CCTV van, and shown its capabilities and uses. The Children were also given the opportunity to try on various pieces of uniform such as Helmets and Body Armour, and also shown various pieces of equipment such as handcuffs, Batons, Taser and the Stinger which is used to puncture car tyres.

 

                      

 

The Children, Officers and Council Staff thoroughly enjoyed the day, which proved to be an invaluable tool in order to engage with the children within the local Community.

 

PCSO C2882 Gethin Edwards

Llanberis lies host to the annual 35th International Snowdon Race this Saturday July 24.

Look out for the North Wales Police marquee where Police and the Local Criminal Justice Board will be on hand to meet the public.

PCSO Michael Couling said: " The cadets will be helping with the fingerprint key rings and there will also be the chance to meet up with you local PCSO's and receive crime prevention advice.

The fun and games will start on the field in Llanberis at around 10am in the morning with the major race getting underway at 2pm. Officers from the Neighbourhood Policing Team for the Caernarfon District will be on hand throughout the event to meet and greet the public, aswell as give crime prevention advice, and to discuss any issues or concerns which lie within our Communites.  

Last Friday night the 14/5/10, officers from the local neighbourhood policing team were aware that youths would be congregating in Llanberis intending to have a party.

Obviously the party would include alcohol. The issue being that a great many of the youths had access to alcohol and were clearly underage.

The type and the amount of alcohol seized was of concern, which included malt whisky, vodka, schnapps, wine large amounts of the usual canned and bottled lager and cider. What was incredulous was the sheer brazen manner that this party had been organised and where they intended to hold the party, which was also of concern.

I have previously explained and attempted to give advise as to what possible issues can and at times does occur as a result of excessive drinking by youths and it's impact on their future lives.

The two parties we found were taking place in areas in what I can only describe as of concern.

One was in a forest, with no lights nearby and the footpath leading onto a busy main road, where we found a young female slumped a few feet from the road drunk and unable to stand up without the aid of friends and assistance of a wall, she then began to throw up. I won't go on, but this gives you an idea of what some youths get up to on a weekend.

Another party was underway in another area of Llanberis, again with a large number of youths drinking alcohol. On this occasion, the alcohol was seized quickly which assisted in preventing a similar occurrence as above.

As a result of the seizures, several youths were detained and their parents were contacted, which required them to attend and pick their children up. All youths who were detained with alcohol will now be receiving formal letters where it will be explained that should they be found in possession of alcohol again in public on two further occasions during the next twelve months, then the likelyhood of formal police action being taken will be a real one.

I would have to add, that the reaction of all the youths, bar one, that we dealt with was positive, they were polite and mannerable. I would also add the parents reactions were also favourable.

In total approximately 150 bottles and cans of spirits, cider, wine and lager were seized, this does not include the ones that were disposed of at various locations.

It involved 7 officers, 4 police vehicles and thankfully no arrests.

I am not anti-alcohol and certainly not encouraging them to drink alcohol, but simply requesting that young people use a degree of common sense and to think of their actions and possible consequences to them should they drink alcohol and the dangers of excessive drinking.

I will leave you with a statistic,

 

I will let you decide how credible it is, ALCOHOL MISUSE IS ESTIMATED TO COST 7.3 BILLION POUNDS IN CRIME AND ANTI-SOCIAL BEHAVIOUR EACH YEAR IN THE UK. (House of Commons library statistics on alcohol 2009)

 

Diolch yn fawr

 

Steve Williams

 

On the 17th of February 2010, Caernarfon Neighbourhood Policing team along with North Wales Fire and Rescue, Youth Justice Service, Neighbourhood Watch Co-ordinators and Women's Aid held a Reassurance Day at Morrisons, Caernarfon. The day was intended to provide both previous victims of crime and those who havent been victims of crime with information and guidance as to how to make the home safer, where to seek guidance and advice in relation to any issues they may have, and also an oppourtunity to discuss any local issues with Community Beat Managers (CBM's), Police Community Support Officers (PCSO's) and the Neighbourhood Policing Team Sergeant, PS 1849 Stephen Williams.

 

 Under the hard work and guidance of PCSO C2928 Annette Jones, the Reassurance Officer for the Caernarfon District the day proved to be a great success. The Fire And Rescue Service were on hand to register homes for a free fire safety check, and the Police Cadets were on hand with the 'Balance Your Bobbies' boxes, allowing members of the local community to elect what they would like to see their Neighbourhood Policing Team targeting within their area. All members who assisted on the day had a fantastic time, and the members of the community who stopped to have a chat were very pleased with the response and items that were on display on the day.

Firstly can I on behalf of the Caernarfon District Policing Team extend a Happy new year to you all, and also an offer of thanks to all of the members within the community who have assisted us in making the Caernarfon District a safer place to live.

 

2010 has already brought us our fair share of challenges, from the New Year Period, to the large amount of snowfall which caused a great amount of difficulty within the Caernarfon District. We were kindly assisted by Llandwrog Coastguard with the use of their 4X4 vehicles to assist us in responding to incidents, their hard work and assistance was much appreciated by all officers.

 

Throughout 2010 we will continue to do our best for you, maintain contact with our wards, respond promptly and provide a high visibility policing presence throughout the district. Our new ‘Balance your Bobbies’ gives you as the public the opportunity to voice what is affecting your quality of life, and what you would like to see your local police targeting. To access the site, please visit the below link.

 

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During the last few months, Caernarfon district officers have been busy carrying out various operations targeting disorder and drugs misuse.

With regards the disorder, officers have made several arrests ranging from drunkenness to assaults, with several persons having been charged and dealt with at Court.

There have been several warrants executed under the misuse of drugs, with large amounts of what is suspected to be controlled drugs having been found.

Officers have also found large amounts of cash at various locations, as a result of some of these warrants, with the cash being confiscated and which are now subject of further investigations.

We also have officers attending various locations in the district, handing out various crime prevention leaflets and offering advise on the same, including property marking by use of uv pens.

Lat night, 18/12/09 saw one of the busiest periods of the year in Caernarfon, with large amounts of people coming into the town centre to enjoy the local licensed premises and restaurants . On the whole, it was well mannered with good interaction between police, the public and staff at licensed premises. Sadly, one or two decided to bring attention to themselves resulting in the inevitable stay within the four walls of the police station.

Thankfully, the vast majority of those out for the night did not witness any of the disorder, which was resolved quickly by officers.

I would like to thank all those who have assisted the police during the past 12 months, and to have your continued support in the coming year.

Diolch yn fawr iawn I chi gyd, Nadolig Llawen a blwyddyn newydd dda.

Oddiwrth Heddlu Gogledd Cymru yng Nghaernarfon.

During the last few months, Caernarfon district has just like many areas, suffered theft of diesel from vehicles for various reasons, including rise if fuel prices and also as a result of the economic downturn.

However, one person has been charged with a number of offences and is currently awaiting a Court hearing.

 

I would like to take this opportunity to ask owners of vehicles to look at basic crime prevention and make it as hard as possible for offenders  to steal fuel.

Many of the thefts have been against commerical vehicles, I would ask that the owners/drivers park in well lit areas and if possible, not fill their vehicles to the maximum if they are going to be parked up overnight.

If they are also parked within secure compounds to look at having CCTV installed or if already in place ensure they are working. Also to consider a secure fuel lock.

In short, make the offenders life as hard as possible.

 

Diolch yn fawr

Steve Williams

From Sgt 1849 Steve Williams-

During the last few months Caernarfon and district officers have been actively targeting persons who are suspected of being involved in the alleged supply of illegal drugs or its use.

We are all aware that the use of illegal drugs can and does in some cases lead to other offences/crimes being committed ranging from theft including shoplifting, burglary and public order offences when mixed with alcohol.

There is also evidence to show that young people are getting involved in it's use, which is of obvious concern. If you think that your child is taking these drugs challenge them and ask them to be honest with you. If your unable to or unsure, speak with someone who would assist you or give guidance, which can include someone professional such as a doctor. But my advice would be don't let it become a bigger problem.

How are we targeting those people who are suspected to be involved in this crime,

·         Between February 2009 and yesterday 15TH July, Caernarfon and district officers have carried out approximately 23 warrants under the misuse of drugs act with several arrests, which have resulted in persons receiving cautions and others being investigated and some have been charged.

·         We are actively gathering information, including directly from the local community.

·         Seizing assets from arrested persons. Facts;  Class A generates £15.4 billion  in crime and health costs each year. The drug market in the UK  is suspected to be worth between £4 billion and £6.6 billion. (figures from the home office, drugs: protecting families and communities, 2008 drug strategy)

·         Give assistance to those who wish to get away from drugs by guiding them towards agencies who can give assistance.

·         Local initiatives, including informing the community as to what we are doing.

·         We are also in contact with housing associations and private owners where we share information, bringing to their attention what some of their tenants are suspected to be involved in.

Please continue to help us to help the community by finding these people. You can do this in various ways, contact your local officers, details can be found on this site, simply by clicking on your area and contacting the officers.

Contact North Wales police, tel no 0845 607 1001/2

Crimestoppers 0800 555 111.

I will continue to update you with regards this issue.

All I will say is that there are more warrants on the way.