Hello all,

A busy month for us in the South Perthshire. Here’s a brief overview of what the team and I have been up to in June.

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

We have continued our efforts to be a more visible presence on foot patrol in Crieff, Comrie and Methven through June.

Vehicle patrols in the known hotspots for traffic issues and anti-social behaviour.

Attended National Park meeting discussing issues around Loch Earn.

Attended an event in James Square with community partners to plant flowers to brighten the place up.

SCHOOL ENGAGEMENT

Visits to Crieff Primary School and St Dominics discussing bullying and what the police do day to day.

 CRIME

Carried out a joint day of action targeting youth offenders resulting in 3 youths being charged. 

Carried out a day of action targeting South Perthshire domestic perpetrators resulting in a male being arrested and kept for court.

Targeted action toward a high tariff offender resulted in a report to the Procurator Fiscal for 12 charges. 

OTHER

Carried out a joint investigation with SEPA in Comrie in relation to reported issue.

Held a free bike marking event at Macrosty Park to help deter bike thefts.

Attended multiple emergency calls to Police.

Engaged with local housing department and social services regarding ongoing issues in South Perthshire.

To get in touch with myself and Pauline please respond directly to this alert or give us an email at TaysideCommunityPolicePerthandKinross@scotland.police.uk

Thanks,

PCs Ali Bloomer and Pauline Smart

32 James Square, Crieff PH7 3EY