Tags: Police
Hm Revenue And Customs Scam - again
Northamptonshire Police are warning people once again of scammers contacting victims claiming to be from HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) that trick people into paying bogus debts and taxes using gift cards.
- Fraudsters are contacting the elderly and vulnerable claiming to be from HM Revenue & Customs.
- Victims are being told they have arrest warrants, outstanding debts or unpaid taxes in their name.... Read More »
Posted: Fri, 25 Jan 2019 15:14 by Web Team
Avoid Taking Short Cuts As The Darker Nights Draw In
Northamptonshire Police is issuing safety advice to the public as the days get shorter and the nights get darker.
Crime Prevention Team Leader, Paul Golley said: "Darkness really is a criminal's best friend and I would strongly encourage the public to arm themselves with the safety tips below in order to best prevent themselves from becoming a victim of crime during the darker nights.
"I know we all... Read More »
Posted: Fri, 16 Nov 2018 07:38 by Web Team
Northants PCC November 2018 Newsletter
Please find link below for Northants PCC November newsletter.
https://www.northantspcc.org.uk/newsletters/november-2018/detail/
Posted: Wed, 07 Nov 2018 22:37 by Web Team
2018-19 Crime Survey For England And Wales
We have been advised that The Office for National Statistics has contracted Kantar Public to carry out the 2018-19 Crime Survey for England and Wales on its behalf. The survey was previously known as the British Crime Survey (BCS).
The Crime Survey asks both adults and children (aged 10 to 15) in England and Wales about their experiences of crime. The Crime Survey and police recorded crime are a complementary... Read More »
Posted: Wed, 17 Oct 2018 11:30 by Web Team
Northants PCC October 2018 Newsletter
Please follow this link
Posted: Thu, 11 Oct 2018 22:14 by Web Team
Suspicious people in the village
Two reports:
After seeing the recent posts I thought I'd let you know of a silver estate car, that passed our cottage last Saturday (coming from the reservoir),then stopped and reversed back to our drive. As the guy got out I opened the door and he asked me the way to Northampton saying he was lost. Short stocky,dark hair ,possibly Romanian,
Regards Colin
Happened at 11.15am Monday 9 July, Manor Road.... Read More »
Posted: Wed, 11 Jul 2018 10:19 by Web Team
There's nothing like being a special constable
I've been a volunteer cop for more than 20 years, often without thanks from the public or regular officers – but I get a real kick out of making a difference: Link
Posted: Mon, 04 Jun 2018 11:54 by Web Team
Police Annual Review 2018
In response to requests across our district for information about local/neighbourhood policing, please find attached a couple of documents in response to feedback last year that this kind of communication is well-received and regarded. One document is my overview of policing in Daventry and the other one is a snapshot of the variety of issues your neighbourhood officers dealt with in the year April... Read More »
Posted: Fri, 25 May 2018 10:22 by Web Team
Fraud activity and advice
Online selling fraud:
Action Fraud has received several reports indicating that sellers of items on online marketplace websites are falling victim to fraud by bogus buyers. Typically, the bogus buyers contact the seller wanting to purchase the item for sale and advise they will be sending the requested amount via PayPal or other electronic payment method. The seller then receives a fake, but official... Read More »
Posted: Fri, 06 Apr 2018 12:37 by Web Team
Help us fight crime - play your part
Help us fight crime in your area.
Report suspicious vehicles or activity to police on 101.
In an emergency, call 999.
crime prevention advice, visit: www.northants.police.uk/operation-crooked
Officers would like to advise the public to take note of Northamptonshire Police's crime prevention advice and to be vigilant. If anyone sees something that does not look right or is offered goods which could be... Read More »
Posted: Fri, 06 Apr 2018 12:31 by Web Team
