Agrcultural Plant Theft

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Agricultural Plant Theft

 

A green and yellow John Deere 6920 Tractor and a red and yellow Hay Buster straw machine were stolen from a farm on Dromore Road, Dromara overnight.

 There have been a number of high value farming machinery thefts over the last two weeks in the Lisburn area.

 The tractor registration is SK05DHJ and is valued at around £33k whilst the Haybuster is valued at £43k and is the only one of its kind in Ireland.

 The incident is believed to have occurred between 3am and 6am this morning. The vehicle may have been driven in the direction of the Gallbog Road Kinallen.

 If you can assist in identifying those involved in the theft, movements or location of the vehicles or any other details please contact police with details.

 

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Plant Theft

 

Between 20th and 21st August a JCB Digger was stolen from property on the Ballykine Road Ballynahinch.

 

This was an old JCB back hoe digger. There are no details relating to the vehicle other than it is yellow has a cracked windscreen and may have been on the Cluntagh or Ballynahinch Road the evening of the 21st. This digger may have come to your notice because of its age.

 

If you noted such a digger on the move or any persons or vehicles in the vicinity please contact police with details.

 

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Burglary

 

A property at Saintsbury Avenue Lisburn was burgled between 930 - 1030am yesterday morning. A silver VW Golf with a southern registration 03D75173 was sighted in the area.

 

If you can assist in identifying or describing the occupants, their and the vehicle movements around this time or sight this vehicle please contact police with details.

 

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An office portacabin was broken into overnight on the Glenavy Road, Upper Ballinderry.

 

Again if you note any persons or vehicles in the vicinity please contact police with details.

 

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Suspicious Vehicle

 

A red van was reported in the vicinity of Gulf Lane, Hillsborough on 11/09/13. The van has been described as having very badly faded paintwork. The van was noted being parked in the driveway of a property under building work but was not known to the contractor.

 

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A white Mercedes Hi-Top van with registration similar to LFZ2890 was reported in the vicinity of Leverogue Road, Lisburn around 230pm yesterday.

 

It had one male occupant with a southern Irish accent who was evasive when challenged by the property owner and immediately left.

 

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A white VW Transporter van registration similar to OHZ6295 was also in the vicinity of Chestnut Hall Avenue Moira yesterday. Two young men with southern Irish accents were described as touting for business.

 

No offences disclosed but again please be aware of Bogus Callers and Rogue Traders particularly if they are calling at the homes of elderly and vulnerable residents.

 

Vehicle Theft.

Vehicle Theft

 

At around 430am yesterday morning a blue coloured New Holland tractor and sprayer were stolen from the Braniel Road / Tullyard Road area of Lisburn / Drumbo.

 

The model is a New Holland 6070 and was bearing the registration ONZ8348 and alone is worth approximately £47k.

 

The vehicle may have made its way to the Anahilt / Kinallen area.

 

Did you sight this vehicle? Was it accompanied by any other vehicles or on any trailer / low loader? Can you assist in identifying its location?

 

If so please contact police with details

Missing dog - request from Mark

Guys,
Our wee yorkie dog Bailey went missing today at about 4.30 at the newforge road area of Maralin. along with six other people I have spent the last five hours looking for him, but the guy who lives in the house next to the field has cameras showing a man flagging down cars outside his house for a few minutes at 4.40, which is beside the only exit from the field. bailey is a yorkshire terrier, and was just back from the groomers. he has a very short black coat with length at his sides and face. he has tan colouring marks at his face. he has a blue collar, is licensed and microchipped and has also a silver tag with his name, our home phone number and postcode although this might not be the easiest to read. if anyone know anyone on the newforge road today at this time or anyone who has found a dog please contact me ASAP. 02838327633 or 07841013015 or pm me on here. thanks.

Home Security

Stolen fishing tackle - please inform the PSNI if approached.

Michelle Dalzell
PLEASE HELP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Have spent this morning onsite with PSNI after our tackle shop was BROKEN INTO and ROBBED lastnight/this morning. Those of u who have visited us over the past 2 years will know that we have been working hard to build up our stock - so much so that we had JUST brought in 40 NEW RODS to take to the SHANES CASTLE GAME FAIR THIS WEEKEND. These have all been stollen. Also Shakespeare sigma fly reels, airflo delta flyreels, airflo cassette reels, airflo velocity lines, airflo sixth sense lines AND LASTLY my sense of humour:(

CARRICKFERGUS NEIGHBOURHOOD POLICING TEAM AND YOUTH JUSTICE AGENCY LAUNCH ‘THINGY’ APP

CARRICKFERGUS NEIGHBOURHOOD POLICING TEAM AND YOUTH JUSTICE AGENCY LAUNCH ‘THINGY’ APP

 

‘Thingy’ app is a new free Smartphone app designed for young people by young people.

 

Jointly funded by Carrickfergus PSNI Neighbourhood Policing Team and the Youth Justice Agency the app was conceived, planned and designed by a group of teenagers from Genesis Youth club in Whitehead together with a number of youths currently engaged with the Youth Justice Agency. It contains a wealth of information relevant to young adults from alcohol and drug awareness, to sexual health and crime.

 

Constable Shaun Fraser, Carrickfergus NPT said; “The app is one of a kind and a source of loads of useful information unique to Northern Ireland and particularly the local area.   

From conception, everything about ‘Thingy’ has been driven by the young people; the content formed out of what they knew would be useful for them in their everyday lives. They even came up with name! 

For many teenagers it can be difficult to know where to turn for help or advice when they find themselves in challenging circumstances. Often they are frightened to ask for guidance on issues like drugs or alcohol for fear they'll get into trouble and as a consequence they can sometimes end up making uninformed and unsafe choices.  

 

The 'Thingy' app contains a wealth of information on a range of issues teenagers face as well as a host of names, numbers and links to local agencies and services that can help with any number of problems or concerns.”

 

Ben Rayot, Youth Justice Agency commented; “’Thingy’ is an exciting and innovative new initiative which has given our young people an opportunity to undertake positive work for the overall benefit of their communities. The fact that it has been developed by young people for young people means that it addresses the real issues and concerns faced by young people and will help them access vital support services at the very time they need that support. Indeed in extreme circumstances where a young person may be feeling severely depressed or suicidal, it could prove to be a life-saver.”

 

Ricky Linton, Genesis Youth Club added; “Working on the app has been really fulfilling for the young people involved. It has shown them that they are capable of accomplishing great things. Each young person involved in the development of ‘Thingy’ app will also receive a Duke of Edinburgh Bronze award for their efforts.”

 

Constable Fraser added, “It is important that our teenagers feel empowered regarding their own safety and that we equip them with the tools to make positive life decisions. The ‘Thingy’ App enables our young people to get informed on any issue they face. It’s totally free and can be accessed anytime, anywhere on their Smartphone or tablet.” 

 

The ‘app’ can be downloaded at www.thingyapp.com

Personal Security

If you are about to do a spring clean here is some advice to help prevent the chances of having your identity stolen through your personal documentation and information. Feel free to display on notices boards, newsletters etc to help raise awareness.

Identity Theft

Identity theft is when criminals get hold of your personal details and use them to open bank accounts, get credit cards, loans or state benefits in your name.

To stop identity theft you need to:

• Burn or shred all old documents, including any bank or credit card statements, passports, driving licences and household bills.
• Check your statements carefully and report any unusual transactions immediately.
• Immediately report a lost or stolen passport, driving licence or credit card to the organisation that issued it.
• Get a copy of your personal credit report from one of the major credit reference agencies. This will help you to find out if someone else is applying for credit in your name.
• If you move house, inform your bank, credit card companies and all other agencies with which you do business.
  • Royal Mail has a redirection service, which you may consider using to ensure your post arrives at your new address.
  • However, if you suspect your mail is being stolen then contact the Royal Mail Customer Enquiry line: 08457 740 740.
• Never give personal or account details to anyone who contacts you unexpectedly, either by phone, post, email or in person.
• If you use the internet then always use a different password for each account. Do not use family names or dates of birth as passwords, as these can be easily guessed.
• If you receive an email requesting your personal banking details, contact the banking industry to make sure it is not a scam.

Stay Safe Online

Only send your personal details to secure websites starting with ‘https’ in your web browser address bar, instead of the usual ‘http’.  Secure websites will also have a padlock sign, which is usually displayed in the bottom right of your web browser.

Never give out your security details.  Emails asking for your password or PIN could be from criminals ‘phishing’ for your details.

Sometimes fraudsters can redirect you from a genuine website to their fake, lookalike site to ‘pharm’ (capture) your details.  Check the address bar in your web browser and only send your details to secure sites that you know are genuine.

Home and Personal Security

We are urging homeowners to protect their properties following several "creeper" burglaries across the district recently.
A creeper burglary is when thieves enter your home to steal valuables, including the keys to your car.

The following points will help protect your home. They are:
• Double lock with a key, front and back doors. Just lifting the handle up from the inside is not sufficient as the burglars can pop them open. The doors have to be locked with a key.
• Do not leave house/car keys in an area visible from the front door/letterbox, which could be fished out through the letterbox
• Do not leave house/car keys in an obvious place, such as by the front door, on kitchen worktops, in a key box. Put them elsewhere
•When you go to bed at night activite your alarm and zone it so the downstairs is alarmed if possible.
• Do not leave any valuables in the car
• If applicable, ensure that any tracking devices are activated on the vehicle
• Report any suspicious activity/persons/other vehicles around your vehicle or a neighbour who has a valuable car
• When going away for any length of time, ensure that your vehicle/house is checked by a neighbour, hide the keys, or disable the vehicle/put an obstacle in front of it.

Miscellaneous All Areas

 

 

The above vehicle (possibly a Toyota Landcruiser) was reported calling at a premises yesterday in the Mullaghcarton Road area of Lisburn.

It had a male person on board attempting to sell shed painting services which the resident did not want and is certain this is the same individual who has now called before over the past few years and was reported for being abusive when asked to leave .

The registration, first part showed a Dublin registry with possibly three numbers following this. When the resident took a photo of him he also started taking pictures of their premises before being told to leave.

This male has ginger hair and is of a heavy build and had a young person in the passenger seat with him.

No offences disclosed at this time but please be aware of suspicious callers / rogue traders.

Theft / Break-in

Two barns on the Creevytenant Road, Ballynahinch were broken into over the period 17-18 April and a red 50cc quad bike and two compressors (red SIP & white Axminster) stolen.

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A yard on the Saintfield Road Lisburn was entered overnight Wednesday / Thursday and a ride on lawnmower with other items was stolen.

Locks had been cut off the doors and a rotavator and a Husqvarna Model 175 orange coloured mower taken.

If you noted any suspicious activity / vehicles in these areas please contact police with details.

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A shed in Mourneview Crescent Lisburn was also broken into overnight Wednesday / Thursday and a number of items stolen including a Flymo lawnmower, Black & Decker strimmer, Flymo leaf blower, Karcher pressure washer and two expensive bike - a black and white Canondale valued at around £1600 and a Kona mountain bike in black / yellow / red colours valued at approximately £700.

If you noted any suspicious activity or can identify the whereabouts of these stolen items, in particular the distinctive and expensive bikes please contact police with details.

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Burglary

At approximately 330pm yesterday afternoon the resident of a property in Sycamore Road, Dundrod disturbed two males stealing property from the house on returning home.
Entry had been forced to the property via a rear window.
The two males made off in a white cab style van with a blue pick-up body. The vehicle made off in the direction of Belfast. No other details on the vehicle are known.

The thieves are described as :

1. 26 years approximately, thin build, 5'8" tall with jet black hair wearing a mustard coloured top

2. 15 years old approximately, thin build, 5'6", blonde hair and wearing a blue and red hooded top

If you noted any suspicious activity / vehicles in the area please contact police with details.

Stolen Plant

Stolen Plant

Stolen 2009 Kubota Orange Agricultural Digger (Similar to attached picture)

Registration: WKZ 7292 - Vin: L4240DC51120.

Damage: To Offside Glass Door Panel

Stolen from Leathemstown Road, Dundrod some time over the Easter weekend. The vehicle was taken from the grounds of McKinney Primary School after the thieves cut chains to the gates.

If you can assist in identifying vehicles or criminals involved or have sighted or been offered it for sale please notify police with details.

Benvardin kennels

Benvardin kennels

I'm sure by now most of you have seen the posts on facebook regarding a man in a white transit van with southern registration plates. They are apparently selling saucepans from the back of the van but are actually looking to steal dogs to sell on or use for bait. Over the past few days we have been made aware of sightings in the Ballymoney and Aghadowey areas. Earlier today as we were leaving the kennels we spotted a suspicious white Ford Transit in a small side road just opposite Benvardin Kennels, set back off the junction with a man inside who saw us going past. The van had southern plates on it. Within a few minutes we returned to where he had parked up but the van had vanished, we tried a lot of the back roads looking for the van but no luck. We went straight to Coleraine PSNI station who took all details and confirmed that they have had numerous reports and are indeed looking for this van, a police car in the area was then sent to look for the van but had no luck. The PSNI think the man may have been doing surveillance on the Kennels during daylight hours with the intentions of returning at a later time. If you see a white Transit van acting suspiciously or anything out of the ordinary then please report the vehicle registration to your local PSNI station. Please make sure at all times that your dog is safe and secure. Dog theft is now happening all too often, so warn your friends and family to be extra vigilant and please share this.

Neighbourhood Watch

Neighbourhood Watch Education Evening will be held

Wednesday 20th March 2013 @7pm

Hillsborough Presbyterian Church (Downshire Room)

Light refreshments will be served

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Burglary / Vehicle Theft

Just after midnight this morning a property at Chestnut Hall Drive, Maghaberry was subject to a smash and grab when thieves smashed open a window and stole car keys making off in the family vehicle.

The thieves also abandoned a stolen Mitsubishi Shogun at the scene.

The stolen blue VW Passat registration GFZ8483 is still outstanding. If sighted please notify police asap.

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There were reports of burglaries in the Craigavon area yesterday believed to have involved a southern registered gold coloured Vauxhall Astra 02D17555.

Again if sighted please notify police.

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A property on Soldierstown Road Aghalee was also broken into over the weekend and copper piping and water cylinder stolen.

If you noted any unfamiliar vehicles especially vans in the area please contact police with details.

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Cold Callers / Rogue Traders

Reports of what was described as "an aggressive" and "pushy salesman" operating in the Lisburn / Ballynahinch Road area on Saturday.

The salesman alleged to be from a firm called "Stain Away" offering cleaning services on the property exterior and was none too pleased at being rebuffed twice by the owner after two visits in the one day!

 

The occupants (described as having southern brogues) of a white Ford Transit van with registration similar too Y961YOL were involved in the partial tarmacing of an elderly residents driveway in the Causeway End Road area of Lisburn on Friday.

Whilst no criminal offences were identified in either incident again please be wary of such callers with the elderly and vulnerable family and neighbours.

Suspicious vehicle

Reports of a blue transit type van with registration similar to SY09PCZ operating in the Dromara village area.

No offences have been disclosed and this may be genuine activity however it is believed to have several males on board and was reported to be acting suspiiocously in the area.

Please be wary of cold / bogus callers and the usual searchers for scrap metals.

Bogus Callers

Bogus Callers

Bogus Callers

Bogus Callers.

Following several incidents of persons claiming to be from the water service we are advising householders to only open their door to persons they know and always ask for identification from anyone claiming to be from a certain company.

` Quick Check` is aimed at reducing distraction burglaries and whilst it is geared primarily towards the more vulnerable in our community, it can be used by everyone.

It is simple to use and works as follows:

1 A bogus / genuine caller arrives at the door of a person's home.

2 The householder requests the caller to wait outside & asks for their name & the name of the company they represent.

3 The householder calls the Quick Check Freephone number 0800 013 22 90.

4 The call is answered 24/7 by the 'Quick Check' team from Fold Telecare, Holywood.

5 Quick Check have direct lines to the main utility suppliers (Phoenix Gas, Water Service etc etc).

6 Keeping the householder on the line, Quick Check ask the company if that person works for them & should be calling with that householder today.

7 If the response is 'Yes' the householder is advised to check ID carefully before admitting the caller (or given the option to reschedule the visit when a friend or family member can be present).

8 If the answer is 'No', Quick Check will contact the police stating they believe they have a bogus caller at the householder's address and will advise the householder to keep the caller out.”

Suspicious Vehicle

Suspicious Vehicle

Report of a yellow transit type van with registartion similar to SJ53LUR acting suspiciously in rural areas of Lisburn this morning.

No offences have been reported however please be mindful to bogus callers, rogue traders and those seeking to obtain scrap metals often without permission.

Theft and Criminal Damage

Criminal Damage / Burglary

On 09/01/13 property at Ogales Road, Ballinderry was discovered broken into and a considerable amount of damage caused.

Windows, sinks, shower, cisterns and toilets in the property were smashed by the burglars.

If you noted any activity around the property in recent days or can assist in identifying these criminals who caused thousands of pounds worth of damage please contact police with details.

Vehicle Thefts

 

4 cars were stolen from east Belfast yesterday morning when the owners had left them running to defrost the windscreens. This has occurred before notably in the Dunmurry area and this is a reminder NOT to leave your vehicle unattended with the keys in the ignition. Thieves are wise to this practice and will seize the opportunity to steal your car.

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