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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.

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The 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...

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Fewer 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...

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PC 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...

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I 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...

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Harrow'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...

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Six 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...

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PCSOs 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...

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The 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...

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Cash 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...

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Supporting 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...

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Neighbourhoods 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...

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Dealing 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.

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Cash 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.

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Tackling 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...

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Targeting robbers and burglars

This has been a busy week and weekend.

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You 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.

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The 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.

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Harrow 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.

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Flying 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.

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Support 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.

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Remembering 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.

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Making 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.

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It'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.

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Is 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.

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Handling 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.

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Taking knives off our streets

I was proud to represent Harrow at the Safer Neighbourhoods Board Conference.

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Cash machine security and criminal behaviour orders

This week, I was in my usual role of Borough Commander at Harrow Police Station.

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Borough 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.

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Dangerous 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.

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Avoid 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.

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Intruders 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.

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Busy 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.

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Drugs 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.

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Stay 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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