A NEIGHBOURHOOD policing team has given an update on crime in its patch for the past month including the theft of flowers from graveyards, The Hartley Wintney Neighbourhood Policing Team has released the crime and incident update for July , following a Police and Community Together meeting.

The bulletin created from the meeting is sent out regularly and aims to give an overview of the crime and incidents which have occurred within the area, as well as advice on how to prevent crimes.

This quarter it was reported there were 11 thefts, which included six incidences of theft of flowers from graveyards and two cases of shoplifting.

The theft of tools from a work van and also the theft of a motorcycle was reported to officers, with police advising vehicles should be locked and secured and cars should be parked in well-lit areas.

There were also 16 incidents of anti-social behaviour including neighbour disputes, incidents involving youths and vehicle-related nuisance.

For such incidents, residents are being advised to carry on reporting incidents to the 101 number .

There were also 11 incidents of burglary which included two of residential properties, one of a hotel room and five burglaries of sheds and outbuildings.

The police are advising residents and businesses to consider installing CCTV and alarmed padlocks.

Five incidences of criminal damage have also been reported in the area including damage to properties and vehicles, which, in such cases, 999 should be called immediately .

The Neighbourhood Policing Team has also received 15 reports of suspicious incidents and are urging people to continue to report suspicious behaviour.

In the report, the team said: “When witnessing any anti-social behaviour do not make an effort to interact with those responsible.

"Withdraw to a safe distance and call the police on 101.

"Make an effort to provide a detailed description and record any vehicle registration numbers.

“If a crime is in progress or you are fearing for your safety , call 999.“ The crime figures outlined are discussed by the Police and Community Together (PACT) at a meeting every three months.

PACT comprises of local councillors and community leaders who voice the concerns of residents.