Security

Crime- Anti-social behaviour and Security

The safety and security of our residents are a central concern for us. WARA actively represents the community’s concerns by demanding action on security challenges, including anti-social behaviour issues, to maintain a safe and secure living environment. 

The local Police and Greenwich Council are aware of the increasing levels of Crime and Anti-social Behaviour (ASB) on the Woolwich Arsenal. BOTH agencies are keen for parts of the estate to become recognised ‘Hot spots.’ This means that they can both potentially release extra resources to the area at appropriate times.  For this to happen we all need to be responsible for reporting anti-social behaviour and crime. 

  • Reporting to the concierge is not sufficient as they are not law enforcement. 
  • Posting on social media (Facebook, WhatsApp, etc) is not sufficient as the police do not look at social media pages.

Methods of Reporting Crime

  • Call 999 for Emergency – this is any live incident where yourself or someone appears to need Police assistance the crime/actions are motivated by hatred or prejudice..
  • Call 101 non-emergency – all other situations.
  • On-line: Report a crime | Metropolitan Police 

For each of the above you will receive a CAD (Computer Aided Dispatch Number). Keep the CAD number for follow-up action.

You can also use:

TEXT the police – This is very useful when you are reporting a crime at the scene without being seen speaking to someone. More information: Contact 999 using Relay UK – How to use Relay UK | Relay UK (bt.com)

  • You need to Register your mobile phone with the service before an emergency happens. 
  • Simply text ‘Register’ to 999. Wait for the reply so you know you are registered. 

SILENT 999 – If you’re in danger and cannot speak

  • How to make a silent 999 call: https://www.met.police.uk/contact/how-to-make-a-silent-999-call/
  • Call 999 from a mobile phone
  • Listen to the operator’s questions 
  • If you can’t speak, cough, or tap your device to respond. 
  • When prompted, press 55 to confirm the emergency and be connected to the police If you don’t press 55 or respond, your call will be ended

CRIME STOPPERS -You can Give crime information anonymously. 

  • Visit https://crimestoppers-uk.org or call 0800 555 111. 
  • Note: Crimestoppers is not the Police. If you require urgent police attention, please dial 999.

BRITISH TRANSPORT POLICE– For issues arising on TFL or Railway 

LONDON BOROUGH OF GREENWICH 

  • Call the Anti-Social Behaviour Team at 020 8921 4411 for non-urgent incidents.
  • Email the Anti-Social Behaviour Team at contact-centre@royalgreenwich.gov.uk for non-urgent incidents 
  • Request an anti-social behaviour review if you have reported the same issue at least three times before.

OTHER USEFUL NUMBERS AND WEBSITES:

The Woolwich Arsenal has a dedicated PCSO (Police Community Support Officer) for the Royal Arsenal called Abu Bhah. To discuss concerns, but not to report a crime,  you can email him and the Woolwich Riverside Safer neighbourhood Team on woolwichriverside.snt@metpolice.uk 

All anti-social behaviour and crime MUST be reported to the Police – is the only way we can get the issues addressed and reduced. 

Greenwich Neighbourhood Watch

The Connect Network is a forum for Neighbourhood Watch Co-ordinators in Royal Greenwich.

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