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You will remember that the last community safe update included details of a burglary which had occured in Sandbourne Avenue. We are now able to confirm that a fifteen year old male, who cannot be named for legal reasons, has been arrested and charged in connection with that offence. When we are able to provide more details, we will do so. Our advice to residents continues to be to ALWAYS, please, lock doors and windows when leaving the home. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - It has come to our attention that the value of scrap metal has increased recently. This is leading to a rise in the theft of metals of many types, from many sources Merton Park officers are aware that there are very many wrought iron garden gates across the ward. We are keen to urge all residents to ensure that their gate cannot be easily removed from its post. It is possible to secure your gates. Make sure that the gate hinges are fixed in such a way as to prevent the gate being swiftly removed from its post by would-be thieves. Our contact number, either to pass on details of vehicles carrying scrap metal, or to obtain more advice on how to secure your gates, is 0208 721 2451 Thank You for continuing to use community safe Mertonpark.SNT@met.police.uk