 
Police Pledge (Our promise to you) Avon and Somerset Constabulary is divided into Districts and this area is covered by Somerset East (or 'F' District). Each District is subdivided into Sectors and Pilton and the surrounding area falls within the Wells Sector which in turn covers the three local Police Stations at Wells, Shepton Mallet and Street. Pilton is policed locally by the Wells Police Station. The Pilton Rural beat team is PC Darren Pearson and PCSO Haley Barbour. 
PCSOs Sheila THOMPSON & Beverley SEARLE. These officers are dedicated to dealing with community issues affecting villages surrounding Shepton Mallet and Pilton. If you have a non-urgent issue which you wish to raise with your Local Beat Team you can contact them by telephone on 0845 4567000.
In the event of an emergency or immediate/urgent need to speak to a police officer then use 999. If you know of anyone in the village without internet access, please let them know of any warnings or notices that may appear within there pages. CRIME UPDATE 
MINDFUL OF OTHERS ON COUNTRY ROADS Recently, there was an Road Traffic Collision about a mile north west of Pilton near Worminster involving a 15 year old child who was out riding his bike with a group of friends. The boy was injured when one of the group rode across a junction and was narrowly missed by a car, unfortunately the second boy who followed was struck and was thrown over the bonnet. The boy received three broken ribs, a graze on his arm and a bruised ligament. The mother of the boy, who is from Dinder, said that she felt sorry for the woman that was driving the car, "I have told the boys many times to be careful, stop at junctions and to wear helmets. My son is lucky not to have been more seriously injured or killed. I hope that this serves as a warning to others". 
Police always advise road users to be extra vigilant when driving, cycling or walking along country lanes, with less opportunity to stop or take evasive action it is essential to always be mindful of what might be just around the next bend. ENVIRONMENTAL CRIME During a recent targeting of environmental crime a fly tipping site was discovered near to Pilton. Following a Police investigation the source of the waste has now been identified. If you are aware of any other sites within the Pilton area please let the Rural Beat Team know. 
DISTRACTION BURGLARIES Current Issues / Advice:-
There have recently been a number of reports of attempted distraction burglaries with persons claiming to be from Utility Companies. If you do receive a caller to your house then Police urge you to confirm that the person is legitimate by asking to see identification. Genuine callers will be able to supply proof of identity. If the caller cannot then by contacting the company involved they will be able to verify if the call is genuine. Please notify suspicious incidents to the Police on 0845 4567000 or via the 999 system if circumstances warrant. ALL ABOUT THE MOST COMMON SCAMS The Office of Fair Trading recently ran a 'Stamp out Scams campaign' designed to provide the public with information regarding the most common Scams that continue to fool people every day. It Shows how to recognise them, how they work and what to do if you receive one. Including information on: LOTTERIES SCAMS, PYRAMID SELLING, FOREIGN MONEY OFFERS, CHARITY PUBLISHING, ONLINE DATING SCAMS, PHISHING, and MIRACLE HEALTH CURES. CLICK HERE to take a look at their site. 
Nigel Lane at the Pilton Stores. Sheds & Out Buildings It is always worth checking any such structures that you may have to make sure that your security measures are adequate. Good quality padlocks may cost a little more, but are worth it if they prevent somebody from getting in and stealing something that cannot be replaced. Shed alarms are a good deterrent. These can be obtained from most D.I.Y. stores and are fitted quickly and easily. In most instances, as long as you (or a neighbour) can fit a battery and fix the unit to the door you (or they) can fit the alarm. *** Do Not Respond! Still doing the rounds (with little sign of slowing) are unsolicited letters and e-mails purporting to be from people who desperately need your help to get large amounts of money out of their particular country. If you receive such a request for 'help' (or know of anyone else that does) DO NOT RESPOND. You will simply be helping them to get richer while making yourself poorer. *** WAYS TO CONTACT THE LOCAL POLICE WAYS TO CONTACT THE LOCAL POLICE  All Enquiries: 0845 4567000 This number is to be used for all calls to the Police that are non urgent (crime reporting, lost property). Please tell the person who answers the phone exactly why you are calling and let them decide who to put you in contact with. Emergencies 999 This number is to be used for all Emergencies. An Emergency is: Where there is danger to life or a risk of injury. Where a crime is in progress or believed to be in progress Where an offender is still at the scene or has just left.
Crimestoppers: Call 0800 555 111 If you have information about a crime, telephone West Country Crimestoppers. Your call is free. You do not have to give your name and you may qualify for a award Voice mail: If you know the staff/collar number of the person you wish to contact, you can leave messages on their voice mail system. This will allow you to contact them without having to go through the standard telephone switchboard. Dial; 01935 402268 and when prompted dial 7 followed by the staff/collar number (if the number has 3 digits put a 0 in front). 
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