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Woman jailed following series of thefts
10:00 08/07/2026A woman has been jailed following a series of thefts in Burton-upon-Trent.
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Crimes and priorities
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Anti-social behaviour (ASB), linked to drug misuse is a key priority for the area.
Action taken:
We attended an open public meeting to understand community concerns. We are aware that the ASB and drug issues tend to increase over the summer months and, as such, we will be increasing our policing presence over the next three months in the town centre. Our work on this is ongoing.
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The community have voiced concerns relating to traffic offences and speeding.
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Over the next three months, we will be reducing dangerous driving, speeding, and traffic-related offences that pose risks to pedestrians, cyclists, and other road users. We aim to improve road safety, protect vulnerable individuals, and promote responsible driving through enforcement, education, and collaboration.
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Parking and Speeding
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Parking and speeding continue to be an issue for the villages. Police are working closely with Parish Councils and other enforcement bodies to help resolve issues with inconsiderate parking through engagement and education
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Continued focus on speeding, nuisance parking and anti-social vehicle use
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Over the next three months, we’re prioritising action on anti-social vehicle use and speeding in our community. This includes tackling vehicles with loud exhausts, dangerous driving, and speeding that puts lives at risk. You’ll see more high-visibility patrols in hotspot areas, targeted checks on vehicles, and enforcement against those breaking the law. We’ll also work in partnership with local authorities and road safety teams to reduce harm and keep our streets safe
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Continued focus on speeding, nuisance parking and anti-social vehicle use
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During the three months ahead, the neighbourhood policing team will focus on tackling issues around speeding and inconsiderate parking, following clear concerns raised by the community. Our attention will be directed toward areas where unsafe driving and speeding are affecting safety and daily life. Officers will use visible patrols, targeted enforcement and community intelligence to identify those responsible and improve safety and confidence across the affected locations.