The Team are focussing on providing reassurance and support for those that are vulnerable living in the area. This ranges from dealing with referrals for safeguarding, from ACTION FRAUD ref: online Fraud scammer and also Telephone Scammers to Mental Health and Elderly Members of the Public , particularly those with Dementia, that need Police assistance.

The Local Officers continue to work closely with the Cheltenham Vulnerability Officers and Fraud Department, to carry out safeguarding visits. The Team has Liaison with local GP's, social care and works with family members to protect those that are the most vulnerable within our Community. Keeping data up to date on those vulnerable living within the area, can assist if concern is raised for these individuals, i.e. they have not been seen for some time, or their mental health is showing signs of decline.

The team are focussing on crime prevention for bicycle theft and Burglaries in the area

Bike Marking Extravaganzas took place in January, to encourage the Community to protect their bikes, so we can identify them if taken. Burglaries, especially theft of Bicycles from Garages has seen a significant increase over the last month and PCSOs continue to carry out local reassurance patrols, carry out House to House enquiries for any evidence opportunities. Community Alerts are being sent out to warn the community when these crimes occur. We recommend that the Community Signs up to the Community Alert Scheme, to be up to date of what is happening in their area. Work behind the scenes continues to deter and solve Acquisitive crime in the area