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10 Feb 2012
Working together to tackle metal thefts
Officers from Frodsham joined forces with other agencies to
combat the growing problem of metal theft.
The operation, based near the A56 at Helsby, saw more than
thirty vehicles stopped and examined by Police and representatives
from VOSA (Vehicle Operator Services Agency), Cheshire West &
Chester Council, HM Revenue & Customs, Scottish Power and
Smartwater.
During the
operation the following action was taken;
- Power tools believed to be stolen were seized and will now be
subject to further investigation
- Numerous Vehicle Defect Rectification Scheme notices
issued
- 1 fine issued for no MOT and 1 vehicle seized as it did not
have valid insurance
- 2 drivers fined £500 each for use of red diesel
- 4 drivers fined £300 each for waste carriage offences
- 5 drivers issued notices to produce documents in relation to
waste carriage offences
- More than ten motorists prosecuted for vehicle offences that
included bald tyres, defective brakes and fuel leaks.
- 2 vehicles dealt with for exceeding weight limit
PC
Adam Norton who
co-ordinated the operation said
A key part of ongoing efforts to reduce this type of crime is to
educate business and homeowners in ways to protect their buildings
against metal theft. As lead and metal is generally accessible as
it is on the exterior of a building, it is difficult to keep it
secure.
But simple steps can be taken to protect your property, such as
installing security lighting and/or CCTV, applying anti vandal
paint, and planting bushes and hedges with thorns which make it
more difficult for thieves to gain access to flat roofs.
- PC Adam Norton, Frodsham Neighbourhood Policing Team
If you have any information in relation to lead thefts contact
Cheshire Police on 101 or Crimestoppers
anonymously on 0800 555 111.
