Deputy Mayor for Policing and Crime to Attend Crosspool Forum Meeting Tomorrow, Thursday 31 July

Following the merger of the Police and Crime Commissioner role into the South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority, Mayor Oliver Coppard has appointed Kilvinder Vigurs as Deputy Mayor for Policing and Crime.

Kilvinder is keen to hear directly from residents about the priorities and concerns relating to policing and crime in our area. We are pleased to confirm that Ms Vigurs has agreed to  attend our next Crosspool Forum meeting, taking place tomorrow, Thursday 31 July at 7:00pm, at St. Columba’s Church, Manchester Road.

Ms Vigurs brings a wealth of experience, having begun her career as a probation officer and most recently served as Regional Probation Director for Yorkshire and the Humber. Her responsibilities include delivering the South Yorkshire Police and Crime Plan, chairing the Local Criminal Justice Board and the Safer Roads Partnership, and overseeing the Violence Reduction Unit.

Working alongside the Mayor, she will help steer improvements in policing and criminal justice services, tackle crime and anti-social behaviour, and commission services that support victims and reduce offending.

This is an important opportunity to have your voice heard, please do come along to St Columba’s Church tomorrow evening and take part in the conversation.

Volunteers Needed for Community Speed Watch Group

The Southwest Local Area Committee is looking for enthusiastic individuals to help make our roads safer.
If you’re interested in joining the Community Speed Watch Group, please get in touch with Darren Green at SouthwestLAC@sheffield.gov.uk.
Darren will be happy to provide more details and guide you through the sign-up process.

All necessary equipment will be provided.

WISEUP EVENT 2025 –

WISEUP EVENT 2025: This event is aimed at over 50’s, but most content is suitable for adults of all ages

The Joint Community Safety Team is holding an event for South Yorkshire residents.

WISEUP is on Thursday, 29th May 2025, and is aimed at over 50’s, but most content is suitable for adults of all ages, particularly those with caring responsibilities for adults.

The event will be held at Lifewise Centre, Hellaby, Rotherham, S66 8LB, in our purpose-built fully interactive set, https://www.lifewise999.co.uk/, which is just off Junction 1 of the M18 by car, and easily accessible by the X1 bus service if you have no access to a vehicle.

The day includes important inputs from South Yorkshire Police & South Yorkshire Fire Service, including

• Doorstep crime

• Home fire safety

• Herbert Protocol

• Drive Safe for older drivers

• Fraud & cyber crime

1000: Arrival, tea and coffee

1030 AM Scenarios

1200 – Lunch (30 minutes) – please bring a packed lunch as there is no café on site

1230 – PM Scenarios

1430 – Finish

Tea and coffee will be provided to all guests.

Car parking is available, but this is limited.

THERE IS NO COST TO ATTEND THIS EVENT; however, places must be booked by email.

 lifewise.booking@southyorks.pnn.police.uk

Providing the full name of all attendees, postcode, and mobile phone number.

The centre is fully accessible and all on one level, but please let us know if any of the attendees are wheelchair users or have a hearing or visual impairment.

For all our events and news, follow our Facebook page, Community Safety at Lifewise

https://www.facebook.com/Lifewisecentre

Accident Closes Snake Pass

A serious collision has closed the A57 both ways between Hurst Road (Royal Oak Inn) and the Snake Pass summit, causing major traffic disruption. The incident happened earlier today. Police, fire and ambulance services are at the scene.
Motorists are advised to avoid the area and seek alternative routes. The extent of the injuries and the cause of the collision are not yet known. The road is expected to remain closed for several hours while investigations are carried out.

Derbyshire Police

Manchester Road Collision

Manchester Road Broomhill

Police Officers investigating a collision that occurred on a stretch of Manchester Road between Tapton House Road and Chesterwood Drive, Broomhill, on Monday 16th January, are now appealing for anyone with dashcam footage, or information about the incident, to come forward. Full story in The Star

Information can be passed to police using online live chat, the force’s online portal, or by calling 101 and quoting incident number 411 of January 16, 2023.

Dashcam footage should be emailed to enquiries@southyorks.pnn.police.uk with the incident number in the subject.

Alternatively, anyone who wishes to pass on information anonymously can contact the independent charity, Crimestoppers, by calling 0800 555 111 or by completing an anonymous form on their website.

Mobile Speed Camera Enforcement

Over the 6 Months, up to the 07th December 2022, sixty-one (61) Notices of Intended Prosecution were issued by South Yorkshire Police for speeding offences on the A57 Manchester Road near Den Bank Drive, Crosspool, Sheffield.

SYP Alerts offers information about local policing issues by text, email, or voice message. Sign-up now at www.sypalerts.co.uk #SignMeUp

North West Police Team Community Survey

Each year North West Police Team conducts a community survey to find out what really matters to the people they serve. 

Inspector Kevin Smith would like to invite you to respond to a quick survey.

The survey will take around 10 minutes to complete, and your responses will allow targeting resources to most effectively tackle the issues that are important to you.

What are your priorities for 2023? – SYP Alerts

Or you can scan this QR code, which will lead you to the same site:

DROP IN AT FORGE DAM CAFE

PCSO’s

Tomorrow Saturday 23rd July 2022 between 12noon-3pm, Local PCSO’s Phil Whitaker and Pam Thompson will be at Forge Dam Cafe, to discuss any issues or concerns that you may have in the area where you live, or just for a general chat.

Phil & Pam will also have some Crime Prevention and Security Advice available for people to take away.

CROSSPOOL OPEN MEETING

Crosspool Forum Open Meeting thisThursday 28th July at 7pm
St Columba’s Church Manchester Road
Local councillors and the police will be on hand to listen to your views & concerns on local issues.
> Guest Speakers:-
Olivia Blake MP  – Tania Bustamante ( New manager SW LAC)

To protect ourselves and others in enclosed spaces, please consider hand sanitizing as you enter. Wearing a face-covering is now optional.