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Cambridgeshire Police week-long operation to highlight knife crime

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Police in Cambridgeshire will be taking part in a national operation to tackle knife crime this week.

The week-long operation aims to reduce knife related crime and tackle violence across the county.

In Cambridgeshire, offences involving knives or sharp instruments rose 58 per cent from 908 incidents in 2018 to 1,436 incidents in 2019. Between January and October this year there have been 1,178 offences.

On average, officers are arresting three people a week in Cambridgeshire for knife related offences (168 in 2018, 199 in 2019 and 168 between Jan-Oct 2020).

During the crackdown the force will be conducting knife sweeps, talking to retailers about selling to young people and educating school children through virtual presentations about the dangers of carrying knives.

There will also be a live question and answer session on the force Facebook page on Thursday at 7pm (12 November) where members of the public can find out more about knife crime.

Superintendent Robin Sissons said: “While offences involving knives have risen, Cambridgeshire’s figures are still below the national average and in line with a rise in offences across the country.

“It’s simple; knives ruin lives.

“People carrying knives, particularly young people, do so without understanding the real consequences of using them, the devastation it can cause to those who are seriously injured or fatally wounded, nor the impact on the families who have lost loved ones.

“We’d like to urge the family and friends of people who carry knives to encourage them to stop. That one conversation could be life changing and that one small action could be enough to save a life.”

It is illegal to: Sell a knife of any kind to anyone under 18 years old Carry a knife in a public place without good reason – unless it’s a knife with a folding blade three inches long or less eg a Swiss Army knife Carry, buy or sell any type of banned knife Use any knife in a threatening way The maximum penalty for an adult carrying a knife is four years in prison and a fine of £5,000.

If you know someone who carries a knife, you can report it to us or contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555111 or via their website.
 

OWLS Community Car Scheme

OWLS Community Car Scheme

Is Operating a restricted service through the current lockdown in Willingham, Swavesey, Over and Longstanton.

Passengers make a contribution of 30p/mile with a minimum charge of £3

If you need help getting to medical appointments or would like further information on how the scheme works or how you could help, then please call on 07505 254363

Scam Warning – Fake Paypal Emails

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Dear Subscriber,


Action Fraud is warning people selling items online to be on the lookout for criminals sending fake PayPal emails.
  Between January 2020 and September 2020, 21,349 crime reports were made to Action Fraud about fake PayPal emails. Victims reported losing a total of £7,891,077.44 during this time. Those targeted included people selling jewellery, furniture and electronics via online marketplaces. Reports of fake PayPal emails to Action Fraud made up a third of all reports of online shopping and auction fraud during this period.
How does it happen?

Criminals have been targeting people selling items online, by sending them emails purporting to be from PayPal. The emails trick victims into believing they have received payment for the items they’re selling on the platform.

Typically, after receiving these emails, victims will ship the item to the criminal. This leaves them at a further disadvantage having not received any payment for the item and also no longer being in possession of it.


How can you protect yourself? Sellers beware: If you’re selling items on an online marketplace, be aware of the warning signs that your buyer is a scammer. Scammers may have negative feedback history, or may have recently set up a new account to avoid getting poor feedback. Don’t be persuaded into sending anything until you can verify you’ve received the payment. Scam messages: Don’t click on the links or attachments in suspicious emails, and never respond to messages that ask for your personal or financial details. How to spot the difference: A PayPal email will address you by your first and last name, or your business name, and will never ask you for your full password, bank account, or credit card details in a message.

If you think you’ve been a victim of fraud, report it to Action Fraud online at www.actionfraud.police.uk or by calling 0300 123 2040.

 
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November Highway Events

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This month diary is dominated by remembrance events. In many areas these events have been curtailed due to the pandemic however there are still a small amount road closures due to be in place on both the 8th November and 11th November, above is the remaining date on 11th November 2020. 

Potential Event dates in 2021

Race for Life Cambridge – 4th  July 

Wings for Life World Run – 9th  May 

Muscular Dystrophy UK Cambridge Town and Gown – 16th  October 

Cambridge Half Marathon – 17th October

Additional Resources

For those of you who are looking to facilitate an event in the current climate we’d urge you to review the current government guidelines, following any recommendations of your relevant governing bodies/associations and ensure that Covid – 19 risks are identified and mitigated for in your event risk assessments 

*Please remember details of all highway events can be found on https://www.cambridgeshire.gov.uk/residents/travel-roads-and-parking/roads-and-pathways/highway-events/

**If you wish to be removed or know someone who wishes to be added to the mailing list please e-mail highway.events@cambridgeshire.gov.uk with your request.

Roadworks & Events Bulletin 1st-15th November 2020

Please find attached the roadworks bulletin, detailing works and events that are due to start between 1st – 15th November 2020.

Please let me know if you are unable to open the attachments or if there are others to whom this should be sent.

Just a reminder that this only includes works that are due to start between 1st – 15th November and longer term works that are still in progress will have been included on previous reports. Alternatively please refer to https://one.network/ which will include details on emergency roadworks.

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Opening of Pathfinder Link road, Huntingdon

On the morning of Saturday 31 October, we will be opening Pathfinder Link road, located in Mill Common; the first of the new roads constructed as part of the scheme in Huntingdon town centre.

The opening of Pathfinder Link road will provide a way for people to access Huntingdon from the A1307 (the old A14).

We understand the opening of this link road is important to many people within the local community for access to Huntingdon. To confirm the road has opened as planned, we will share a post on via the A428 Black Cat to Caxton Gibbet social media page on Saturday morning.

Facebook: @A428BlackCat

Twitter: @A428Cat  

We’ll continue to update you on our work in Huntingdon town centre as it progresses. You can find more information on our work in Huntingdon here: https://highwaysengland.co.uk/our-work/a14-cambridge-to-huntingdon/huntingdon/

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