RETAIL CRIME

Issued 01 October 2026

The Crownhill Neighbourhood team continues to conduct regular patrols targeting areas identified through community feedback and intelligence.

The local neighbourhood team are continuing to liaise with local businesses to monitor and offer crime prevention to deter shoplifting.


Update 07/07/26 The Crownhill Neighbourhood Team continues to carry out regular patrols in areas identified through community feedback and local intelligence.
Officers are working with local business, offering crime prevention advice and monitoring activity to help tackle shoplifting
Neighbourhood teams remain committed to supporting retailers, carrying out high-visibility patrols and ongoing engagement to deter shoplifting

Actioned 01 October 2026

ANTI SOCIAL BIKES (Ebikes with no lights and Balaclavas/face coverings hiding identity)

Issued 01 October 2026

Increased target patrols at stated times. Especially in subways around Crownhill village
targeting youths trying to hide their identity with balaclavas no lights. Sending P900 and CCTV footage to the neighbourhood support team to Identify when able. Encourage reporting through community messaging to develop intelligence for specific times and locations
Update 10/07/26 There continues to be significant Police interest in relation to the concerns around the use of illegal Electric Motorbikes. This is ongoing and Devon and Cornwall are reviewing policy which will increase the positive outcomes for those involved in Road Crime and associated criminality. We encourage members of the public to report sightings and any other information about these bikes to Police on line or in person at any Police Station, which are always treated in confidence.

11/09/26 - There remains considerable concern regarding the use of illegal electric motorbikes, and this continues to be an area of focus for police. Devon & Cornwall Police are currently reviewing policies and procedures aimed at improving outcomes in relation to road crime and associated offending.

We encourage members of the public to report any sightings or information relating to these vehicles, either online or at their local police station. Information provided will be treated in confidence.

Actioned 01 October 2026