Canning Town South — Neighbourhood Policing Team

ASB : ASB continues to be a key concern in the ward, particularly around residential, and transport hubs. Incidents include youth-related nuisance, street drinking, verbal abuse, and noise complaints. These behaviors are negatively impacting community well being and increasing the fear of crime

• Conduct high-visibility patrols in hotspot areas, particularly during evenings and weekends. • Work in partnership with local housing associations and the council’s ASB team to issue warning letters, Community Protection Notices (CPNs) • Encourage residents to report ASB via 101 or online, and signpost them to local support services. • Utilise CCTV footage to identify repeat offenders and take enforcement action where appropriate.

Set: 2026-06-06

Robberies Description: An increase in Robberies has been noted, particularly around transport interchanges, high streets, and crowded public spaces. Victims are often distracted, and thefts typically involve mobile phones, wallets

- Deploy plainclothes and uniformed officers for targeted patrols during peak hours. - Deploy Plain clothes and Uniformed Cycle officers for targeted Patrols for reassurance - Work with local transport police and security to raise awareness and share intelligence. - Promote crime prevention advice via social media, posters, and community events. - Conduct joint operations with local shops and transport providers. - Identify and disrupt known offenders using stop and search powers where proportionate and necessary. - Issue CBO's, CPN's and CPW's to remove Criminals from the immediate area.

Set: 2026-06-06

Shoplifting Description: Persistent shoplifting from both independent and chain retailers is affecting local businesses. Offenders often include prolific repeat offenders and individuals with substance misuse or mental health needs.

• Strengthen relationships with shop staff through regular engagement and Business Watch schemes. • Use CCTV, body-worn video, and retail intelligence to identify suspects. • Encourage use of banning notices and civil recovery procedures by businesses. • Refer repeat offenders to support services where appropriate, or build case files for Criminal Behaviour Orders (CBOs). • Increase patrols in retail areas and undertake days of action with local partners.

Set: 2026-06-06