Neighbourhood watch is one of the biggest and most successful crime prevention initiatives ever. Getting together with your neighbours can help to cut crime, reassure people and encourage neighbourliness and a closer community.  North Yorkshire Police 0845 60 60 247  Emergences 999 (The police define an emergency as when a crime is being committed or is about to be committed or when there is a risk of serious injury).  Crathorne Neighbourhood Watch Co-Ordinaters are Sarah Hodgson, Anne Orr & Craig Dennis neighbourhoodwatch@crathorne.org Alerts In the village, alerts are distributed via email to those who have asked to be on the list. People who are not on the email list are informed by the village notice board opposite the post office and by neighbours who are on the list. Alerts are also listed below.   We are currently updating the email/phone list and will be delivering forms to all residents in and round Crathone, or you fill out the online form by clicking the link below. Neighbourhood Watch Online Form  You can also use this form at any time to join the list or change your contact details. You can also use this form to report anything to the neighbourhood watch co-ordinaters or you can email us at address above.   Please be alert, vigilant and report anything suspicious.  Stokelsey Police Station  open Monday to Saturday between 11am and 7pm. Address: Bridge Road High Street Stokesley North Yorkshire TS9 5DG United Kingdom Telephone:  0845 60 60 24 7 Email: SNTStokesley@northyorkshire.pnn.police.uk North Yorkshire Police News & Appeals

Neighbourhood Watch (07/03/10) Further to recent Ringmaster messages, there have been a number of thefts of quad bikes and other agricultural vehicles in the Malton, Thirsk and Whitby areas at which a white van with a 55 registration plate has been seen near the scene of the crime. Anyone who sees a suspicious vehicle which matches this description is requested to call North Yorkshire Police on 0845 60 60 24 7. Where possible, and if it is safe to do so, please could you ascertain the full registration number for the vehicle. Many thanks.

Neighbourhood Watch (02/02/10) A report has been received of possible prowlers in Crathorne during the night of 1st February 2010.  It is thought that they may have been checking out the rear of properties, gaining access to the green lane which runs from Picton Back Lane to the farm behind the pub.  Please check the security of your house and outbuildings.

Neighbourhood Watch (31/01/10) Between 8.30pm on the 30th January 2010 and 9.30am on the 31st January 2010 a Red Nissan Navara was stolen from Hutton Bank in Hutton Rudby. If anyone saw anything suspicious in the area or witnessed this occurring then please contact PC1900 SMITH at Stokesley Police Station on 08456060247

Neighbourhood Watch (07/01/10) About 7.50am on the 5th of January a car was stolen off the driveway of a home a Thirsk. The vehicle was left unattended with the engine running to defrost before the owner could drive to work. A dark blue Ford Estate Car with an amber hazard light on the rear of the roof was seen in the area at the time and the occupants may have been responsible for the theft. Any sightings of such a vehicle should be reported to the police on 0845-6060-247. Also remember if you are to defrost your car, keep it secure and under observation at all times whilst doing so.

Neighbourhood Watch (02/01/10) WARNING   Recently a car parked in a public car park was being driven away when the driver noticed a sticker on the rear window of the car. The driver took it off after they got home and found it to be a receipt for petrol. Luckily the driver’s companion had told the driver not to stop, fearing it could be someone waiting for the driver to get out of the car. BEWARE OF THIS NEW SCHEME THAT IS NOW BEING USED: You walk across the car park, unlock your car and get inside, you start the engine put it into reverse and when you look into the rear-view mirror to back out of your space, you notice a piece of paper stuck to the middle of the rear window. So, you stop and jump out of your car to remove that paper (or whatever it is) that is obstructing your view.   When you reach the back of your car; that is when the car jackers appears out of nowhere, jumps into your car and takes off.  And guess what? Your purse, wallet, personal details and house keys could still be in the car.  So now the car jacker has your car, your home address, your money, and your keys.  Your home and your whole identity are now compromised!   Police advice is to lock your doors and drive away if you see a piece of paper stuck to your back window and remove the paper later.  Please forward this to friends and family.

Neighbourhood Watch (26/12/09) One of our Ringmaster contacts forwarded this information - A lady received a phone call from a man speaking with a foreign accent stating she had over-paid her council tax, due to the property having been wrongly banded. He then asked for her bank account details, so that the "refund" could be made by bank transfer. This is believed to be a "scam" and we remind people to be careful with their personal details and not to unecessarily give such information out to unverified individuals.

Neighbourhood Watch (18/12/09) We have had several reports of phone calls received allegedly from the Pensions department stating extra fuel money was due to be received and asking for dates of birth and bank details of the recipient. This is not a genuine call as these details would not be required by the Department of Work and Pensions. Please be very careful and do not give out bank details and other personal information over the phone unless you are sure that it is a legitimate call.

Neighbourhood Watch (18/12/09) Due to the rising cost in oil, thefts of fuel from vehicles and garden oil tanks still continues to be an issue nationally. Although not as many have been reported it is still a cause for concern. We strongly advise people to take time out to carry out a comprhensive review of their external and garden security provision. Also, where possible, garage your vehicle. This may therefore assist prevent such crime.

Neighbourhood Watch (13/12/09) There has been an increase in the number of reported garden thefts in and around Northallerton. Items stolen vary considerably but all thefts appear to be opportunistic. In order to reduce the likelihood of garden crime either lock away or lock down items of value, use security lighting and prevent access to the rear of your properties by locking gates where possible.

Neighbourhood Watch (29/11/09) Please be aware that North Yorkshire Police have employed an external agency to conduct customer surveys on their behalf.  These surveys select people randomly and may even include people who are ex-directory and have not directly contacted the police recently. The usual rules apply to these types of call; do not divulge too much personal information and if in doubt, ask for a staff I.D. and contact number, then contact North Yorkshire Police to confirm the caller is genuine.

Neighbourhood Watch (24/11/09) On Monday 23rd November 2009 between 1200 hours and 1630 hours a Mercedes- Benz Sprinter van  in red with a sign Fencing Contractors Ltd on the side was stolen from the Great Busby area. The keys for the vehicle were left unattended in the victims tool shed. We would like to remind you to please keep vehicle keys secure and out of sight. If you have any information in regards to this crime can you please call North Yorkshire Police on 0845 60 60 247 and quote occurrence number 12090203215. Thank you

Neighbourhood Watch (16/11/09) Following information from a member of the public, Stokesley Police officers located a stolen Quad bike hidden in the fields behind Stokesley. The quad, stolen just a few days earlier, is now back with it's owner safe and sound. Another positive example of Police and Public working together.

Neighbourhood Watch (15/11/09) Following some recent incidents reported to the police could I take this opportunity for a reminder about doorstep crime. Keep your door locked and use a door chain Check identification - legitimate companies will wait for you to do this phone the company if necessary If you are unhappy tell the caller to return after making an appointment - ask a family member or friend to be at the house to help you Don't make rushed decisions and if in doubt- keep them out Report any suspicious incidents to the Police on tel no 0845 6060247

Neighbourhood Watch (13/11/09) Over the last couple of days we have received calls of people going door to door selling items from holdalls in this area.  Please be wary and if in any doubt don't buy anything from them.  Please feel free to contact the police on 0845 60 60 24 7, ask to speak to your area coordinator and we will check their credentials In an emergency dial 999.

Neighbourhood Watch (11/11/09) Between Saturday the 7th November and Monday the 9th November 2009 three caravans have been broken into and had items stolen. This has occurred in Great Broughton. Any information then please contact North Yorkshire Police on 08456060247.

Neighbourhood Watch (07/11/09) At approx 1030hrs 041109 in Brandsby near York, a  male in a silver Toyota Colorado Land Cruiser, with a 56 Reg Plate was doing door to door sales asking if occupants would like tarmacing done, was also offering free road planning. Stated he was working between Easingwold and Crayke.  He gave his business card with name Highways North Ltd Tel 07826559146, also various other numbers for Depots in places throughout country, none of the numbers work.  Believed this may be a scam. Request for any sighting of vehicle or similar calls to be reported to NYP please Tel 08456060247

Neighbourhood Watch (02/11/09) Between 1st November 2009 and the 2nd November 2009 a horse box, namely a Blue Ford Iveco registration M382KAX with horse graphics on the side has been stolen from a Farm in Great Broughton. Any information then please contact the police on 08456060247.

Neighbourhood Watch (07/10/09) On Sunday 4th October 2009 a report was passed of a vehicle on land poaching on Kirby Lane, Kirby.  Vehicle made off towards Kirby Village and was located at a lane next to Marnard Nurseries, Great Broughton.  Vehicle was a Green Subaru R234 PKS.  The original report was that the persons in this vehicle were using shotguns, although no firearms were found in the vehicle.  Please be mindful if you see this vehicle near to your fields, it has also been seen in other areas in the district

Neighbourhood Watch (26/09/09) Local police are requesting extra vigilance following a number of shed breaks in the Routons and Picton areas.  If you see anything suspicious please contact the police at Stokesley Police station on 0845 60 60 247 or email on StokesleySNT@northyorkshire.pnn.police.uk.

Parish Council Crime Stats Aug 2009 click here to download file

Neighbourhood Watch (26/08/09) On Sunday the 23rd August 2009 a badger was found alive and suffering trapped in a snare in the Hutton Rudby area. Also near to this was a gin trap. These are illegal. If anyone has any information regarding this then please contact PC1900 SMITH at Stokesley Police Station

Neighbourhood Watch Alert(28/07/09) On 25 July 2009 an adult tricycle, blue in colour with silver mudguards and white tyres was stolen from Stokesley. Any sightings or information in respect of this please contact PC1611 GOLDBURN at Stokesley Police Station.