Salutation and Greetings! This is the second bulletin (26.11.2015) of the weekly sharing from Neighbourhood Support, including a report from Raglan Police in support of our community. Remember: In a caring community, if any member is a victim of crime, then all are victims.
Police Report
Period beginning 18th November:
- Theft from a visitor in a camping van at the camping ground. Items include: Camera and travel case and an Australian passport.
- Theft from the 2 Dollar Shop. The thief has been caught and dealt with
- Burglary at the Raglan Bakery
- Burglary at the Old School Arts Centre where a window was broken.
- Theft of one golf cart, and a bag from a visitors tent from the Kopua Camping Ground.
- Theft of two golf carts from the Kopua Camping Ground the very next night.
- Car stolen from outside the ATM Westpac : Has been found and thieves caught
- Wilful Damage: rocks thrown breaking at the windows at the Top Garage.
- Disorder/ fight which began outside of the YOT Club Sat/night /Sun morning.
- A fight which began outside of the YOT Club and continued up Bow Street.
- Graffiti on garage doors Cross Street
- Kids on the roofs of the block of shops containing the 2 Dollar Shop and Thabun Bakery.
- Wilful Damage Plunket Rooms: The heat pump was damaged sometime between 23 Nov and the 26 Nov.
Neighbourhood Support education: SECONDHAND GOODS
When buying second-hand goods from a private seller, be careful to look out for signs that the goods could be stolen.
If the deal seems too good to be true or the price too cheap, be suspicious. Criminals selling stolen goods try to get rid of them as quickly as they can to avoid getting caught with them.
Be cautious when dealing with a seller who only provides a mobile phone number and DO NOT deal with a seller on the street or in a hotel etc.
Go to where the seller lives rather than have the person bring the goods to you. A dishonest seller is unlikely to allow a prospective purchaser to visit a home address.
When at the seller’s address, try to work out if the seller actually lives there. Keep a lookout for signs the seller has unusual items or quantities of goods for sale.
If the item is one that should have a serial number, make sure that the serial number is intact and there has been no attempt to remove or disguise it. The seller should be familiar with the operation of the goods and be able to state their age, where they were purchased, and a genuine reason for selling them. The seller should also be able to provide instruction manuals and remote controls or have a reasonable explanation for their absence.
Know who you are dealing with. Ask for some personal identification.
Always obtain a receipt! Ensure the receipt is detailed, showing name, address, date, and description of item, purchase price, and signature of seller.
With more expensive items such as refrigerators and furniture, you may want to check that there is no money owing or a security interest registered over it. You can do this by checking the Personal Properties Security Register, which is an Internet accessible register created by the Ministry of Economic Development for secured parties to register security interests in any property someone can own other than land. The PPSR can be searched by debtor name and by certain collateral details. There are small fees for registering ($5) and searching the register ($3 & $1.50).
It is a serious crime to sell or knowingly purchase stolen property. If you suspect you are being offered stolen goods, contact the Police.
Summary:
The criminal behaviour that has occurred over the last week is shocking! As the summer, warms up more and more people are going to be visiting Raglan and surrounds. The majority of those will be families wanting a well-earned break, but we are seeing wilful damage, and alcohol fuelled folks who are not concerned about the welfare of our community and are out to take what they can get. If you see any suspicious behaviour please do not hesitate to call either 0800555111 to report something which is not urgent and 111 if urgent. If in doubt call 111 and let the Police Communications make the decision if it is urgent or not. If driving or it involves vehicles call *555 from your mobile.
Take care
Arohanui
Kathy Gilbert raglannslists@gmail.com.