Ed115 we 20.06.19 OWL Cymru Crime Watch News

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OWL CYMRU 

CRIME WATCH NEWS 

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Charitable organisation est1987 as a Neighbourhood Watch Association in Flintshire which progressed to 

supporting North Wales in 2016, as requested by people 

Do you know of a Crime that’s not been featured in the 

Crime Watch News? 

If you are aware of a crime that has not been featured in the Crime Watch News, and would like it to be 

included, and circulated to reach thousands of people across North Wales, please send the information to 

alerts@owlcymru.org. Please include details of the crime including location, dates and times. Where 

possible, please provide the Police crime reference number. 

Police appeal for information 

Last year 54% of burglaries across North Wales occurred where 

properties were unlocked! 

Don’t make it easy for them & prevent it happening to you by locking 

your windows & doors! 

OWL Cymru/X081452 Appeal for information following collision 

Police are appealing for information following a collision involving a girl 13 from Hawarden High School & 

black 4x4 or people carrier at the traffic lights nearby, at 3.30pm June 12. 

Fortunately, the child was not seriously hurt. The car stopped but then drove off. If you have any 

information please contact PC Matt Jones on 01745 538414. 

Thefts of Fuel from vehicles in Rhyl and Prestatyn 

Police have advised that there have been three reported thefts of fuel from vehicles in Rhyl and Prestatyn 

areas in recent days. Fuel pipes have been cut and the fuel drained from underneath. 

They advise that these are difficult to prevent so they advise that you consider where you park your 

vehicle. If you see anything suspicious please report it to Police as soon as possible. Dial 101 for non-urgent 

calls, dial 999 if your call is urgent. 

Summertime and holidays—got a caravan? Check out our Caravan 

safety offer! 

Current membership exceeds 90,000— contact us for our sponsorship opportunities 

Contact us : watch@owlcymru.org Tel : 01352 708118 Online shop link http://owlprotectcymru.org/ 

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Important Notice - Going away on holiday? Don’t tell the world!!! 

OWL Cymru X084846—Suspicious incident in Holywell 

Did you know some companies invalidate Home Insurance Policies if 

you make a social media post like this and then get burgled whilst 

away! 

Maybe save checking in at airports or uploading holiday snaps until 

you get home. 

We have received a report that on Tuesday 18th June, whilst a junior class was walking to Holywell Leisure 

Centre, walking through the Town Centre, a person was seen acting suspiciously. The incident has been 

reported to the Police. If you witness any suspicious activity please contact Police on 101 quoting OWL 

Cymru X084846 as the Incident reference number. 

Recovered Property—Do you recognise it? 

Following a slight increase in trailer thefts, officers have been out in numbers across Wrexham & Flintshire, 

a number of vehicles were stopped, a suspected stolen trailer located and they 

also recovered a large amount of fishing equipment. Do you recognise any of it? If 

you do, please contact Police by dialling 101. 

Visit the OWL Protect Cymru website for crime prevention items to help protect 

you and your property https://www.owlprotectcymru.org/ 

Appeal from Police re lost Dog 

Has anybody lost a Black and White Terrier dog between Macro and COOP in Pentre? Police have had a 

report of one running loose in the road last night. Please contact Police on 101 if it is yours quoting ref OWL 

Cymru X085664. Visit our website and Facebook page for information on Dog Watch https:// 

www.owlcymru.org/wpsite/ https://en-gb.facebook.com/pg/OWLCymruDotsNorthWales/videos/ 




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Could you help catch criminals? 

If you have any CCTV or Ring video doorbell that records, you might be able to help the police with their 

investigations. 

OWL Cymru through its range of watch schemes set up CCTV Watch (Caught on your camera) across North 

Wales to assist police investigating crime, so if you do have a recording device, and you would like to help 

please contact watch@owlcymru.org and we will send you the form to complete. 

We have a range of RFID protection products available from our online shop or by visiting our 

Community Beat shops 

Police Updates 

Police enquiries into a large gorse fire in the Blaenau Ffestiniog area on the Easter Bank Holiday weekend 

has closed with no further action. A 15 year old boy arrested and released under investigation is no longer 

being investigated on suspicion of arson. 

Armed Response vehicles were deployed to Trefor near Llangollen earlier this week to reports 

of a male with a rifle pointing it towards the road. The male was located at a bus stop, in 

possession of Air Rifle, Revolver and knives. The male was arrested and is assisting Police with 

their enquiries 

North Wales Fire & Rescue Service 

safety warning! 

Fire crews attended a fire in Holyhead on 

Thursday 20th June - thankfully no one was hurt 

but the incident is a stark warning to never leave 

laptops charging and unattended. 

Laptops & mobile phones can get hot when charging- keep them away from combustible materials & 

use the correct charger 





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Reports say that each month more than 200,000 adults go without speaking to a friend or a relative. 

Watch schemes supported by us since 1987 have always been about building friendly, safe and 

active communities where neighbours look out for each other 

Just by giving a little of your time you can help reassure people who are older and or vulnerable, 

especially if they live alone. 

Social isolation is by far the biggest factor affecting the health and wellbeing of 

many people who use our services and we find that some older people find it difficult 

for reasons such as ill health, lack of mobility and transport, to ask for help. If you 

have a hunch that an older person may be having difficulties and you haven’t seen 

them out and about, don’t walk away, see if they need help, you could be saving a life. 

What is Neighbourhood Watch? 

Neighbourhood Watch is about you and your neighbours, coming together to have a say in the issues that 

matter to you in your community. 

There are clear benefits to joining a neighbourhood watch scheme for you and your local community: 

 

 

 

It shows that members of a community are looking out for each other. 

It keeps you up to date with what’s going on in your area. 

It helps to prevent and tackle crime. 

Neighbourhood Watch schemes are community initiatives owned and run by their members with 

support from the Police. Contact us for details or register for alerts via www.owl.co.uk 





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Ageing is a natural part of life's cycle and many people stay fit and healthy as they grow 

older. However some older people have specific problems relating to social isolation and 

poor health and they may need you to assist them or to look out for them at times when 

they are vulnerable. 

When you have older people living close to you, it can be a good idea to check to see if 

they need anything from time to time especially in bad weather. 

THINGS YOU CAN DO FOR AN OLDER FRIEND OR NEIGHBOUR. 

• There may be relatively simple tasks that an older person living near you is no longer 

able to do on their own. Jobs like changing a light bulb, mowing the lawn or some 

basic DIY may be things you can help with. 

When you are next going shopping or into town, ask if there's anything they'd like you 

to fetch while you're there. If you know they find it difficult to leave the house, you 

might offer to run a few errands for them. Find out if they need regular medication 

and if they have enough supplies to last a cold snap. Offer to pick up prescriptions if 

necessary, or make arrangements with a local pharmacy. 

• Notice any regular visitors. If family live far away and they don't leave the house 

much, they may appreciate someone dropping in once every so often for some 

company. You might offer to cook them dinner once a week, or simply 

pop in for a cup of tea. 





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LOOK OUT FOR SIGNS THAT SOMETHING MAY BE WRONG. 

• Do their lights come once it’s dark? Do the curtains get drawn? Is the garden tended? 

There may be an accumulation of mail under their door or more milk bottles than normal 

on their door step. If you have any reason to suspect that your neighbour might be in 

need of help, knock on the door to check that they are OK. 

• If you think that your older neighbour might need medical help, see if you can contact a 

family member, their GP or even emergency services if there’s been a fall or they are ill. 

 

If you’re visiting and their house feels cold, make sure that they have a blanket or rug they can 

use to keep warm if they are frightened of using too much fuel. If not, try to encourage them 

to wear a dressing gown, or a ‘blanket’ style all-in-one to keep warm while they are sitting 

around the house. 

• If it’s icy or snowing, clear their paths. Many older people are very frightened about 

walking on slippery paths. You could also ask if they have enough milk, bread and supplies 

to last them through a spell of bad weather. 

IF YOU HAVE CONCERNS AND YOU THINK AN OLDER PERSON MAY NEED SUPPORT. 

• You can encourage them to seek help from both statutory and voluntary organisations, 

for example by giving them numbers or helping them contact local Social Services; 

local branches of Age Connects ( North Wales Central covering Conwy and Denbigh and 

North East Wales covering Flintshire and Wrexham); or Age Cymru covering Gwynedd and 

Mon; or their local Voluntary Services Councils, in local county areas, who keep lists of all 

local Charities that offer help with issues such as loneliness , isolation, bereavement and 

poor physical or mental health. Many voluntary sector organisations provide befriending 

or counselling services, help with jobs around the house, local clubs and group meetings, 

IT lessons and general information, advice and support. 

WHEN TO RAISE THE ALARM. 

• If you are seriously concerned for your neighbour's well-being and suspect that they 

may be ill or injured and unable to summon help, then please ring the police or ambulance 

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June Summer Safety Offer 

Buy a Simulated Electronic alarm for £4 and get a FREE Overt/Covert 

property marking pen (worth £2) 

Make it look like your property is alarmed with this inexpensive simulated alarm. No 

wiring required, battery operated (provided), easy to install on any surface. 

Great for caravans, sheds, garages, older vehicles and more 

Code your property using the innovative overt/covert property marking pen with 

warning stickers 

Bike marking Kit—Only £1 each - Breaking the Cycle of Crime 

Available from The Community Beat Shop within Daniel Owen Centre in Mold and 

Mold Police Station. The Kit contains useful advice, property marker pen and 

skin to protect the postcode entered on your bike 

We would like to remind residents that due to the bad weather, it may be likely that traders will start cold 

calling offering to repair damage to property that might have occurred due to the rain and flooding, such 

as fallen trees and guttering. The traders might say they can do the job immediately and for a cash 

amount. 

Notice for Caravan and Camper owners.......take care of your 

property, be vigilant and check daily. 

Register for Caravan watch/alerts with us via www.owl.co.uk 

Caravan watch window sticking roundels are available 

from us £1 each or 3 for £2.50 contact us on 01352 708118 or email 

watch@owlcymru.org 

Caravan safety/security packs are available - cost £5.50 includes a 

caravan watch roundel, a simulator alarm and a coding kit available via 

calling or send email quoting Caravan Watch offer 

HELPING TO BREAK THE CYCLE OF CARAVAN THEFT ! 





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MISSING PERSONS/UPDATES 

If seen call 101 and quote OWLCymru/26406. Missing from Abergele, 15 year old Tomos 

Sheils. Last seen on 17/6/19 wearing an Ysgol Emrys AP Iwan uniform. Tomos wears glasses 

and is described as being stocky. He is also known to frequent the ColwynBay, Rhyl and 

Prestatyn areas. UPDATE We're pleased to confirm that 15-year-old Tomos Sheils, who was 

missing from the Abergele area, has been found safe and well 

Statement regarding body found in River Dee 

Shortly after 6am on 6 June the body of a man was discovered in the River Dee. Formal identification has 

now taken place and we can confirm that it is Colin Purton, aged 78, who went missing from his home in 

Penyffordd on 22 May. Next of kin have been informed. 

There do not appear to be any suspicious circumstances surrounding the death and a file will be prepared 

for the coroner. 

GOOD NEWS - with thanks to public support 

Natasha Hill-Jones 15 years, from Bethesda has been located safe and well. 

Missing person Christopher Roberts from Bethesda found safe and well. Thank you for your assistance 

with the appeal. 

WANTED PERSONS/UPDATES 

Matthew Ian Erangey, 27 years old from the Denbigh area has been arrested. The 

Police wished to thank the public for their assistance. 





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DOORSTEP COLD CALLERS 

We would like to remind residents that purchasing or using the services of cold 

callers can be risky for numerous reasons. If something goes wrong with the 

service, or product, they may prove difficult to trace. Some traders will quote a 

price but then ask for substantially more money when the job has been completed. 

Some work can be carried out and completed to a poor, or even unsafe standard. Some cold callers are 

also linked to burglaries, or other criminal activity. Police are asking for residents to be vigilant and wary 

when dealing with cold callers at the door and to report any suspicious persons or activity to them as soon 

as possible. 

They are also asking for residents to pass this information on to older, or more vulnerable neighbours as 

they may get targeted. 

Reputable, local traders can be found via North Wales Trading Standards Services ‘Buy With 

Confidence’ Scheme https://www.buywithconfidence.gov.uk 

Scam Reports 

SCAM AWARENESS Campaign is to encourage people to ‘stop, 

report, talk’ about any scams they see. 

The strength of the scams Awareness campaign comes from the work that is done at a local level - 

the partnerships, events, and activities run in your communities are the cornerstone of this years 

two week campaign. 

Week two Monday 17th June - The ‘life established’ They are impacted by a range of scams and 

make up the largest group targeted 





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Week two (Monday 17th June) - ‘Life established’ 

By ‘life established’ we’re referring to those aged 40 to 60. According to our data, this group is the largest 

group targeted by scams but won’t necessarily report those scams if they’ve been able to get their money 

back. They’re usually targeted by a wide variety of scams because they’re more settled and have access to 

financial assets. This can include anything from pension scams to dating scams to property scams. 

Scams aren’t just a minor inconvenience to people. Aside from financial loss, they can cause distress, 

misery, and even if a scam has been avoided, it can lead to a widespread loss of consumer confidence. 

They can also happen to anyone. 

Message : 

 

Report scams you encounter. It's important to report to help protect others and to help the 

authorities catch scammers. 

3.5 million incidents of fraud for the year ending September 2018 

 

 

75 is the average age of reported scam victims 

68% of people targeted by a scam do not tell anyone about it 





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DOORSTEP COLD CALLERS 

We have received reports of cold callers in the New Broughton area of Wrexham 

asking people for their details to register for a social networking group. We 

would like to remind residents to be very wary of providing any personal details 

to cold callers, either on the doorstep or over the telephone. This is because 

information could be passed, or sold onto, other organisations, or potentially used to steal your identity. If 

you would like more information on dealing with unwanted doorstep callers enter details of this link onto 

your browser www.tradingstandardswales.org.uk/help/Dealingwithunwanteddoorstepcallers.cfm for 

advice from Wales Heads of Trading Standards. 

No cold calling stickers are available to purchase in various sizes from £1 to £3.50. Contact us for more 

information 

Scam Telephone Calls A resident has received a telephone call claiming to be from SKY. The caller 

claimed that she had been overcharged and was due a £202 refund. The caller said that to ‘action’ the 

refund they had ‘all the information’ they needed except the date of birth. The resident refused to provide 

her date of birth and asked that they write to her. They said they were ‘too busy’ to write to her. The 

resident still refused. The residents SKY account is actually in her husbands name, but the caller spoke with 

the wife relating to this, claiming to have her details. The resident has not been able to speak with SKY regarding 

this however, the call appeared to come from an ‘01453’ number, which when dialled, appeared to 

be someone's personal telephone number. This suggests that the number has been ‘spoofed’ confirming it 

was a scam attempt. Please be wary when approached to complete ‘surveys’ or entering competitions on 

Facebook or similar social network platforms where your details are requested to enter competitions etc. 

This information can be sold or passed on to other companies and could be used for unscrupulous purposes. 

A resident has received a number of recorded message calls stating that there was an issue with the 

internet and to press ‘1’ for BT or 2 for other networks. The resident was aware that this was a scam and 

didn't respond. The resident recorded two telephone numbers, neither of which are recognised. This is an 

attempt to steal money from you. Enter details of this link for advice from BT https://www.bt.com/help/ 

home/scams/ 





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Citizens Advice research found that almost three-quarters of people have been targeted by scammers over 

the previous 2 years. 

Scam telephone calls cont.. A resident received an automated telephone call. As the automated caller 

spoke so quickly she did not pick up all of the message, but she did manage to pick up to press a number to 

verify a transaction for £600. They did not press any of the numbers but put the phone down. She dialled 

1571 and obtained an 01942 number. She rang the number and the female person who answered seemed 

flustered and said they had received a number of similar calls and that she wanted nothing to do with it. She 

said she was speaking with her supplier. The resident then rang her bank, the money had not been taken 

and they informed her that, from September, all banks would be contacting people who make unusual 

payments via special security, asking them to press a digit on their phone to verify the payment before it is 

authorised. Be mindful of this in case scammers attempt to use this method to steal money from you 

A resident has received two telephone calls over the last three weeks. The callers claimed to be from SKY 

and told her she was due a new sky box. With the first telephone call she was on the phone for around 45 

minutes. During the conversation arrangements were made for the date when the ‘sky box’ would be 

delivered but then they went on to say that the payments would be reduced and they would need her bank 

details. She refused to provide the bank details. The resident made enquiries with Sky who advised her they 

had not made the call. When the second caller rang she knew it was a scam 

Scam e mails A resident has received an e mail claiming to be from Amazon advising that the recipient 

was due a refund of £235, asking them to provide their details. The resident knew it was a scam . Enter 

details of this link below for advice from Amazon on identifying scam e mails https://www.amazon.co.uk/ 

gp/help/customer/display.html?nodeId=201909130. 

Suspicious e mails can be sent to stop-spoofing@amazon.com 

A resident has received a scam e mail on her mobile phone. The e mail claimed to be from TV Licensing 

claiming that there was a problem with her payment for her TV licence and for her to click on a link for more 

information. She stated that, because the e mail was received on her mobile phone it looked more convincing, 

whereas, when seen on a computer the flaws in the scam attempt were more obvious. This serves as a 

useful reminder to not immediately react to e mails when received . Here is a link from Get Safe Online with 

useful tips in identifying scam e mails https://www.getsafeonline.org/protecting-your-computer/spam-andscam-email/ 





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UPDATES ON OWL Cymru 

The OWL Cymru Community Beat Shop is open 

at the Daniel Owen Centre in Mold. 

Come along and meet the team and see the 

useful crime prevention information and 

resources available. Open 11-2 Monday to 

Saturday. Come and see our Fabulous Summer 

offer and many other items available 

Today at our Community Beat 

Shop in Mold our President 

RT Hon Lord Barry Jones, with 

Chairman Bill Brereton 

attended 

Mold Daniel Owen Centre to 

meet retiring Mayor Karen who 

presented us with a cheque 

to help us in our fundraising 

efforts for service delivery in the 

Mold area 

Thank you, your support is 

much appreciated. The 

sun was shining and it was 

lovely to meet so many people who recognised Lord Jones and wanted to come and meet him 





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EVENTS DATES FOR YOUR DIARY (additional to our daily work routine) 

Monday to Saturday OWL Community Beat Shop at Daniel Owen Centre in Mold. Open 11-2 Monday 

to Saturday each week 

Saturday 22nd June 

Saturday 22nd June 

Sunday 23rd June 

Tuesday 25th June 

Thursday 27th June 

Sunday 30th June 

Tuesday 2nd July 

Friday 5th July 

Friday 5th July 

Tuesday 9th July 

Wednesday 10th July 

Thursday 11th July 

Airbus Airsmiles supported by OWL Cymru 

Ruthin Carnival 

Airbus Airsmiles supported by OWL Cymru 

School visits ACE Detective/Safety workshop 

Doorstep crime/scam awareness session to Mothers Union 

Connahs Quay Festival 

Community safety stand and dog show see dog schedule on next page 

School Visit ACE Detective/Safety Workshop 

Fundraising Ruthin for safety and wellbeing of older people 

School event Rhyl 

Doorstep crime/Scam awareness Session Ruthin 

Coffee Morning Daniel Owen Centre Mold 9-11.30am 

Fundraising Saltney for safety and wellbeing of older people 

We are taking bookings for : 

 

 

 

Doorstep Crime/Scam awareness sessions. 

Cycle coding—Contact us for more information. 

School, Guides, Brownies, Rainbows, Scouts, Cubs, youth groups visit for three of our 

ACE detective workshops 

Additionally we have a number of fundraising events to help keep OWL Cymru services 

going, this includes the OWL alert system. 

If you feel you can help us raise funds or sponsor the OWL system please do contact us 

Your help can, and will, make a difference 





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DSOG WATCH SHOW UNDER KC LICENSE 30TH JUNE 2019 CONNAHS QUAY 

Sponsor Opportunity ! 

If you would like to sponsor one of the classes 

in this dog show the cost is £5.00 per class. 

Best in Class will be £10 each 

To Sponsor a Special Rosette we have the 

following available: 

Best in Class 

Puppy Best in Show 

Best Veteran 

Best Junior Handler 

Best Novelty—TAKEN 

Do you have a 

Neighbourhood Superhero 

Dog in your household ? 

If you would like to sponsor a class 

please contact us on 01352 708118. If 

you would like to speak with someone 

regarding the Dog Show contact Tracy 

Brown on 07841 879149 





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