Police Community Support Officer Nick Barker shares his working day between Halstead and Knockholt Parishes. He can frequently be seen walking or cycling around the villages and is often seen on the bus. Nick is keen on getting involved with the youngsters and he holds Police Surgeries every six weeks.

CONTACTS

• PCSO Nick Barker can be contacted on 01732 379361
• PC Zinna Colman is responsible for Halstead, Knockholt, Badgers Mount,
  Brasted, Sundridge and Chevening . Contacted on 01732 379361
• Chief Inspector Peter Steenhuis 01322 422504
• Emergency calls (active crime) 999
• All other class 101
• Bogus callers and opportunist thieves are active in the village. If you notice anything unusual contact PCSO Barker.
• Always ask for ID. Do not let anyone into your home without being sure that they are who they say they are ! ID cards will carry telephone numbers. If the visitors are genuine, they will wait outside your home while you telephone their employers.
• Do NOT be tempted to have your drive resurfaced by a 'casual caller' who is working in the area and has some tarmac 'left over'.
• Beware of telephone callers stating that “someone is using your credit card”. The caller gives you details of your credit card but asks YOU to provide the 3 security numbers on the reverse. The caller will give you a telephone number to ring and check that they are genuine once the details have been given.
  DO NOT GIVE YOUR DETAILS, RING OFF AND CONTACT YOUR CREDIT CARD COMPANY.

CRIME STATISTICS FOR HALSTEAD PARISH
as reported at each Parish Council Meeting.