Wheatley and Chalgrove

Anti-social behaviour (ASB)

We have been busy combatting anti-social use of off-road motorbikes in public areas including those areas used for dog walking and exercise. We have also seized e-Scooters and brought prosecutions against those who have not heeded warning about their illegal use in public areas. We continue to target hotspots brought to our attention by partners and the public, dealing with criminal damage, public order and community anti-social behaviour concerns.

Retail Crime

Following intensive problem solving work with local retail partners under Operation Purchase, we have seen a significant reduction in shoplifting offences in many of our local stores. We have also arrested a male for a series of theft from motor vehicle offences which are currently under investigation. The South and Vale Local Police Area has seen the biggest reduction in ‘Neighbourhood Crime’ which includes offences of burglary, robbery, theft of and theft from motor vehicles in the entire force. The team are currently involved in the rollout of property marking kits to farms throughout the sector, enabling farmers and landowners to target harden their plant and equipment from offenders who are often travelling throughout the country committing thefts and burglary.

Violence Against Women and Girls

This last quarter saw the arrest of a prolific offender in the Thame area. He was arrested by the Neighbourhood Team for 9 offences including assaults, public order offences and shoplifting. Charging decisions are with the CPS. Early planning has started for this year’s Operation designed to make the run up to the festive season a safe time to enjoy a night out in our market towns and rural villages. You will start to see an increased police presence over the weekends in key areas designed to provide reassurance and to combat anti-social behaviour and public order offences.