Delivering babies, helping police the Olympics... and giving fines to motorists
This is my first blog since arriving at Harrow almost three weeks ago, and I'm happy to report that I am settling in well to my new role as Borough Commander.
View ArticleThe importance of community policing - and how two PCSOs found a suspected...
I attended the AGM of the Harrow Police and Community Consultative Group last week and met with many of the ward panel members for the borough who so willingly give up their time to work with their...
View ArticleFewer reports of burglary. Inconsiderate driver fined for parking illegally...
I was invited to the official opening ceremony of Harrow Primary School in Gayton Road which is the first independent day school in Harrow with an Islamic ethos. I had a tour of the school and met...
View ArticlePC puts British Sign Language training to good use.
Officers from Harrow's Safer Transport Team attended the Harrow Deaf Awareness Day organised by the Harrow Asian Deaf Club in partnership with Harrow Council. This was a great opportunity for PC...
View ArticleI am overwhelmed by the support from the community
The tragic events in Woolwich last week sent shock waves through all of our communities. Here in Harrow, one of the most racially diverse boroughs in London, it's understandable that there is...
View ArticleHarrow's community stands united.
The tragic event in Woolwich is still at the forefront of people's thoughts and the police investigation is well underway. Harrow's community stands united in condemning this act of violence. I want...
View ArticleSix new Police Constables join the borough
I was very pleased to welcome six new police officers to Harrow on Monday. I spent time with them spelling out my expectations and sharing with them the issues facing us in Harrow. These are the first...
View ArticlePCSOs assist in arrest of driver for dangerous driving
Inspector Aiden Whelan has nominated PCSOs Diane Harris and Robert Chidgey from Greenhilll Safer Neighbourhoods Team as officers of the week for assisting with the arrest of a man driving a car...
View ArticleThe Mayor joins us on patrol
This week I said farewell to one of our CID officers, DC Scott Thompson who is returning to his native Scotland to join Tayside Constabulary as a uniformed constable. I am always disappointed to lose...
View ArticleCash machine fraud
Cash machine fraud Please be careful when withdrawing cash from banks and post offices. In the last month we have had 17 reports of thieves using card skimming devices and other gadgets to obtain...
View ArticleSupporting ladies' cricket
Last week I was invited along to a cricket coaching session run by Alan Dutch and supported by the Police Property Act Fund which allows local police to make small grants to local projects, from lost...
View ArticleNeighbourhoods Champions Conference this week
The recent warm weather has led to an increase in burglaries that have taken place because householders have left windows open and doors unlocked. Please remember that over half of all burglaries...
View ArticleDealing with robbery
This week I have been focusing Harrow Police resources to deal with robbery . I have been surprised with the number of young people who have been arrested for robberies who have no previous convictions.
View ArticleCash machine safety and Sign up to Neighbourhood Link
Chief Superintendent Babu is currently enjoying a well-deserved break. I am acting Borough Commander with overall responsibility for policing in Harrow in his absence.
View ArticleTackling street robberies
Harrow has seen falls in both violence and property crime. However we have seen a recent rise in street robbery. The main factors for this year’s increase are a rise in the theft of high-value smart...
View ArticleYou could be a champion
On 26 March I attended the KP Centre, Kenmore Avenue for the Neighbourhood Champion’s conference. Being a Neighbourhood Champion is an extremely important role and has my full support.
View ArticleThe biggest booze bust in Harrow's history
On Tuesday, 6 May, Operation Secure Streets targeted High Street, Wealdstone. With help from our partners we were able to make one of the biggest alcohol seizures the Borough has seen.
View ArticleHarrow is on track to become London's safest borough
As I have mentioned many times it is my objective to make Harrow the Safest Borough in London.
View ArticleFlying the flag for our boys and girls in the forces, and those at school
On Monday, 23 June I attended the Armed Forces Day flag raising ceremony at Harrow Civic Centre.
View ArticleSupport the Commissioner's Christmas tree campaign
On Friday November 28 we unveiled our Christmas tree outside South Harrow police station as part of the Commissioners Christmas Tree Campaign.
View ArticleRemembering one of Harrow's shining stars
On behalf of all the officers and staff at Harrow Police, I would like to extend our deepest sympathies to Alison Morrison's family and friends at this terribly difficult time.
View ArticleMaking Harrow the safest borough in 2015
I hope you all had a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. 2015 brings new challenges to the Borough and I am committed to ensuring that we become the safest borough in London.
View ArticleIt's a no brainer: the pros and cons of reporting crime
On Saturday, February 28 I attended Shaftesbury High School to be part of their morning assembly.
View ArticleIs your home a target for burglars?
On Thursday March 12, I attended the Gurkha Awareness Day at Pinner Fire Station, kindly hosted by Harrow Fire Brigade Commander Richard Claydon.
View ArticleHandling stolen goods and an invitation from the ministry
It is important for the police to be able to reach out to all the communities of London, ensuring we work together to fight crime.
View ArticleTaking knives off our streets
I was proud to represent Harrow at the Safer Neighbourhoods Board Conference.
View ArticleCash machine security and criminal behaviour orders
This week, I was in my usual role of Borough Commander at Harrow Police Station.
View ArticleBorough Commander's blog: Crime prevention advice on securing garages and sheds
This week, I was in my usual role of Borough Commander at Harrow Police Station. It was my responsibility to deal with any major incidents which may occur in Harrow.
View ArticleDangerous driving arrest and motoring crime prevention
This week, I was in my usual role of Borough Commander at Harrow Police Station. It was my responsibility to deal with any major incidents which may occur in Harrow.
View ArticleAvoid becoming a victim of pickpockets
This week, I was in my usual role of Borough Commander at Harrow Police Station. It was my responsibility to deal with any major incidents which may occur in Harrow.
View ArticleIntruders arrested and boundary crime prevention advice
This week I was in my usual role of Borough Commander at Harrow Police Station. It was my responsibility to deal with any major incidents which may occur in Harrow.
View ArticleBusy week for Borough Commander and crime prevention advice
This week, I was in my usual role of Borough Commander at Harrow Police Station. It was my responsibility to deal with any major incidents which may occur in Harrow.
View ArticleDrugs arrests and home burglary prevention tips
This week, I was in my usual role of Borough Commander at Harrow Police Station. It was my responsibility to deal with any major incidents which may occur in Harrow.
View ArticleStay safe online and follow fraud tips
This week, I was in my usual role of Borough Commander at Harrow Police Station. It was my responsibility to deal with any major incidents which may occur in Harrow.
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