Warden's Rambles
I’d like to start by offering Seasons Greetings to all Capel residents and wish you a peaceful holiday period.
PCSO Stevens and I have been doing a few later shifts including Halloween and Firework nights which passed almost without incident. We have dealt with picture sellers who were selling door to door illegally and escorted them from the village (thank you to those who phoned to let me know where they were located) and we have monitored speed on the B2011.
We have also noticed a number of dog walkers and other people out and about in the dark early evening without any form of hi visibility clothing or torches. There are many varied items available to keep you and your furry friends safe and highlight your presence to passing motorists. This is especially important in Old Dover road, Cauldham lane and parts of Capel street where there are no footpaths.
Please wear /carry something bright and if on the road walk on the side facing oncoming traffic for the best chance of being seen. Motorists please take care after dark “they appeared from nowhere” doesn’t repair the devastation accidents can cause.
Christmas is coming!
It’s not only the man in the Big Red Suit that might like to visit your home without you knowing this month so dig out those timer switches to avoid the ‘not at home’ look.
Opportunists view ‘open curtains/ no lights’ properties as low risk and presents under the xmas tree can be very lucrative easy pickings, better to separate them and hide them around the house.
After Christmas, packaging left outside the house can tell those interested what new items may be inside so be careful not to advertise whilst disposing of it.
Contacts
report anything suspicious to myself and/or the local police as soon as possible together with any times, descriptions and/or vehicle details if possible.
Paul James – Kent Community Warden 07977 981994
Gretel Stevens – Police Community Support Officer 07772 226209
Dover Police Station 01304 240055
Neighbourhood Watch 01304 218152
For an emergency service immediate response 999
Gretel & I are looking forward to the Christmas light displays (particularly the infamous Capel street display) and the village carol service on the 13th.
Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year to All
P.J.
