Operated by: Metropolitan Police Service
https://www.met.police.uk/area/your-area/met/Newham/Plaistow-SouthCurrent Priorities
Issue
The ward has seen an increase in general vehicle crime including theft of and theft from motor vehicles, inclduing a number of stolen vehicles being dumped across the ward.
Action
Working closely with other UK Police Forces to share intelligence around vehicle crime and work to bring identified offenders to justice.
More proactive vehicle stops and patrols of known hotspots.
Issue
ASB has been reported across the ward with Newham General Hospital and Newham Leisure Centre reported as a main focul point for ASB activity in the late evening / early hours of the morning.
Action
Uniform and plain clothes patrols Patrol in and around the hospital to reduce the increase in ASB, cycle thefts and robberies
Issue
Increased number of complaints around youths congregating in mass outside of the college causing noise related ASB and preventing residents from safely passing the college due to blockages of the pavement and bus stop areas.
Action
Introduction of a permanent safer schools officer at NewVic College.
Inproved relationship building with the college and staff.
Increased patrols during college kick out times.
Upcoming Events
Ward Panel meeting
A meeting of the panel members to discuss local concerns and to and set priorities for the local police team.
Where: Plaistow Library, North St E13
When: 1 May 2025 at 18:00 - 1 May 2025 at 19:00