September 2025

Mid Holderness Ward Newsletter – September 2025

Detailed crime and ASB data for your area can be obtained by visiting www.police.uk and following the ‘Find your Neighbourhood’ link.

Meet Your Community Police Team

  Inspector Ian Foster    Sergeant Mick McLaughlin    PC Maria Adlington    PCSO Darren Bainton

 

What’s happening in Your Area & Community Priorities?

    

  New: (L)Flashback to the 90s campaign, linked to the Back-to-School initiative to keep our communities safe and connected. (R) OP CLOSE PASS with Community Mounted Officers.

36 crimes reported across August, ( 38 recorded in July 2025) Humbertalking has set our priorities, this month we are to:

1. Reduce Theft
2. Reduce ASB, Criminal damage
3. Improve Road Safety – Back to School

Here’s a summary of crimes that have been reported across Mid Holderness last month:

Domestic Related incidents: (eight investigations)

Harassment x 1, Assault x 3, Public Order x 1, Controlling/Coercive Behaviour x 2, historic rape x1

Residential Burglary reports: (one investigation)

24/08/2025 Hanoi burglary Beech Ave, BILTON vehicle keys taken from kitchen via insecure rear door and steals victim’s 68plate JAGUAR, later recovered in Hull.   

Business Burglary reports: (one investigation)

22/08/2025 Commercial Burglary, Main Road BILTON attempt to enter storeroom.

Thefts: (six investigations)

01/08/2025    Theft Main Road, BILTON – make off without payment of fuel

12/08/2025    Theft A165, LONG RISTON – make off without payment

20/08/2025    Theft A165, LONG RISTON – make off without payment

22/08/2025    Theft A165, LONG RISTON – make off without payment

23/08/2025    Theft A165, LONG RISTON – make off without payment

27/08/2025     Theft Hillfield Dr, SKIRLAUGH – theft of money from within property

Vehicle Crime: (two investigations)

08/08/2025 Theft of vehicle, Bellsgarth Rd BURTON PIDSEA theft of 73plate BMW

20/08/2025 Damage to vehicle Church lane, SKIRLAUGH windscreen seal removed.

Damage: (two investigations)

14/08/2025       Damage by graffiti in stables, Ferry Road WAWNE

18/08/2025       Damage by fire to grass, Back Lane, GARTON

Other: (sixteen investigations) Harassment by neighbour x 2, Public Order x 2, assault x 3, Harassment x 4, Dangerous Dog x 1, Blackmail Romance fraud x 1

Humber-talking has set our priorities, this month we are to:

1. Reduce Theft

 

We are aware of concerns regarding Thefts in the ward area.

Action:

We have been working hard to provide support and guidance to prevent further offences whether it occurs on the forecourt or the garden, whilst completing enquiries to identify and tackle those responsible. We will be completing regular patrols in the areas of concern.

If anybody has information about those responsible for these types of offences, then please contact us through the 101 number or alternatively, by calling the independent charity Crimestoppers (0800 555 111).

2. Tackling Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB)

 

We regularly deploy high visibility patrols to our communities in response to reports of criminal damage, drug dealing and anti-social behaviour involving scrambler bikes and mopeds.

 

The local policing team have also had productive meetings with partners from East Riding Council, Parish Councils and Neighbourhood Watch groups to listen to community concerns.

 

We understand how distressing acts of mindless vandalism in our parks and green spaces can be and I want to reassure the community in Mid Holderness that we take a zero-tolerance approach to anti-social and criminal behaviour.

 

Our officers are also committed to eradicating the harm that the illegal and anti-social use of off-road bikes cause to the communities through our Operation Yellowfin.

 

Action – during the start of the new school year, members of the Holderness Policing Team will conduct regular high-visibility patrols and partnership working is ongoing to make sure that Holderness is a green space for everyone to enjoy as we head into the autumn months.

 

Rest assured, where we receive reports of anti-social and criminal behaviour, we will not hesitate to take action. If you witness any such behaviour in your community, please let us know so we can respond, target patrols to the relevant areas and stop criminals in their tracks.

 

Anyone who wishes to report anti-social or criminal behaviour can contact The Police on 101 or East Riding of Yorkshire Council on 01482 393939

  

3.           Road Safety

 

As with most other areas, road safety is something in which we can improve upon in our rural communities.

 

Action

We hold regular proactive road safety campaigns with the Highways Authority which include speed enforcement in hot spot locations 

 

          

 

 

 

 

The UK government is testing the Emergency Alerts system on Sunday 7 September 2025 at 3pm  

 

Your mobile phone or tablet will vibrate and make a loud siren-like sound, even if it’s set on silent. The alert message will confirm this is a test and that you do not need to take any further action.

 

Regular testing ensures the system is functioning correctly, should it need to be used in a life-threatening emergency. Find out more at gov.uk/alerts.

 

You can opt out of the Emergency Alerts, including the national test, but you should keep them switched on for your own safety.

 

Emergency Alerts will warn you via your mobile or tablet if there's a life-threatening emergency nearby. Only the government and the emergency services are able to send them.

 

There are simple and effective steps we can all take to be more prepared for an emergency. Visit gov.uk/prepare for advice on how you can prepare.

Back-to-School

Sending your child back to school is both an exciting and busy time. It's important to prioritise safety and have a conversation with your child about how to protect their valuables and travel safely to and from school.

         Here are some tips to help keep your child safe:

1. Discuss safe routes and travel plans

• Plan the route: Walk or drive the route with your child this weekend before school starts. Point out safe places they can go if they need help.
• Buddy system: Encourage your child to walk to and from school with a friend or a group whenever possible.
• Avoid shortcuts: Teach them to avoid shortcuts through alleys, parks, or isolated areas.
• Public transportation: If they take the bus or train, remind them to stay in well-lit areas and to avoid distractions like using their phone or listening to music with both earbuds in. Do they know a back-up route in case their usual bus or train is cancelled?

 

2. Talk to them about what to do in an emergency:

• Stranger danger: Remind your child never to talk to or accept lifts from strangers. Have a code word that only you and they know, which someone can use if you need to send someone else to pick them up.
• Emergency Contacts: Make sure your child knows how to reach you and another trusted adult in case of an emergency.

3. Secure their valuables:

• Label personal items: Clearly label backpacks, lunch boxes, and other items with your child’s name. This can deter thieves and help recover lost items.
• Limit valuables: Encourage your child not to bring valuable items or large amounts of money to school.
• Switch on phone location: For children travelling alone we recommend location sharing with Life360 Life360 | Family Tracking App | Location Sharing & Family Safety

 

4. Get to know their new school:

• Meet the staff: Familiarise yourself and your child with their teachers, pastoral team, and school security staff. This helps build a sense of community and security. Every school in Humberside Police has an assigned police schools officer.

5. Report Concerns:

• If your child mentions anything suspicious or concerning, take it seriously and report it to the school or to us.

6. Online Safety

• Using social media mindfully: Remind your child not to share their school routine or location online. Ensure their social media accounts are private and monitored.
• Cyberbullying awareness: Talk to your child about cyberbullying and encourage them to report any online harassment. You can report hate crime online on our website.

7. Communicate regularly

• Check-ins: Get a good routine going for checking in after school, whether by a phone call, text, or a quick conversation when they get home.
• Stay open: Keep an open line of communication with your child about their day-to-day experiences, any concerns they may have, and what to do if they feel unsafe.

Talking to your child this weekend, and throughout the year, can help ensure your child has a safe and successful school year. We know sometimes it can be difficult to talk so make sure you set aside enough time, or use videos or news stories to start the conversation.

       

PSCO Darren and Pc Adlington are just two of many officers that visit secondary and primary schools to give talks and interventions around crime regularly. They understand that moving to secondary school can be an anxious but exciting time for young people and parents so visiting schools will help reduce any worries you may have. Our school’s officers are here to support your child and pupils, so they have the best school experience possible.

How you can help

Your local Neighbourhood Policing Team appreciates the importance of being in the right place, at the right time, for the right reasons to reassure the public, improve public confidence and reduce crime and anti-social behaviour in the area in which we all live and work.

We encourage all residents to call and report any issues where they live so that we can deal with any issues and step up our patrols in that area. If you feel that there are other issues affecting you or your local community that should be given priority, please inform your local councillors or your Neighbourhood Policing Team.

News and Appeals

Please visit our website www.humberside.police.uk for the latest news & appeals

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Engagements: In September 2025, the dates and locations are as follows:

8th- Monday           11am  -Church Coffee Morning Memorial Institute, SPROATLEY

20th- Saturday 11:30am -Village Hall, Swine Lane, CONISTON

2nd- Thursday         7pm – Parish council, Village Hall, Main St WAWNE

More dates TBC – please sign up to My Community Alerts for further events.

Schools will be visited during the morning and afternoon commutes.