Cracking Down on Vehicle Crime: Operation Duxford Makes a Big Impact in South Doncaster

Led by South Yorkshire Police and supported by local Neighbourhood Team, the day focused from a partnership perspective on community-led support (CLS), visibility in crime hotspots, and vehicle crime  prevention advice.

Key highlights from the day:

Mexborough:

• 61 residents engaged across 3 CLS sessions
• 54 “Where’s That Bike?” QR codes distributed
• 2 veteran referrals made
• Community Information Survey (CIS) gathered intelligence on drug activity and off-road bikes
• 2 fly-tipping referrals submitted

Rossington & Bawtry:

• 12 residents engaged at 2 CLS sessions
• Advice given on e-bikes, e-scooters, and reporting ORB activity
• Residents supported with housing and environmental concerns

Balby & Woodfield Plantation:

• Businesses on Plantation Road engaged around nuisance bikes
• 10 residents spoken to on the estate, all given SYP reporting details
• CIS to gather valuable intelligence bike activity
• Despite the rain, the team engaged with parents outside Carr Lodge Academy  “Where’s That Bike?”

Edlington:

• 10 residents engaged at Asda with crime prevention materials shared
• Joint CLS with PCSOs at Home Bargains Advice given on e-bikes, e-scooters, and reporting ORB activity
• CIS at Queens Crescent led to a new line of enquiry re: suspicious male

Despite challenging weather, the operation successfully connected with over 100 residents, and strengthened community confidence in tackling local crime.