A new Crimestoppers campaign has launched in Kingsthorpe to empower residents to speak out anonymously about crime, following the Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner’s Study Tour.
Working in partnership with Northamptonshire Police, the campaign is encouraging local people to report concerns about neighbourhood, acquisitive and retail crime – including shoplifting, as well as serious offences linked to organised criminal activity, such as drugs, grooming and exploitation.
It follows on from Danielle Stone’s Study Tour back in July (pictured), which brought problem solvers together in the heart of Kingsthorpe to fix issues affecting residents and retailers in the area. The findings have informed ongoing work to make communities safer.
On Saturday, 8 November, a digital advan will visit locations in Kingsthorpe, supported by a Police Community Support Officer, while Safer Streets leaflets will be delivered across key roads.
The activity will also feature bus stop advertisements, targeted social media messaging and direct mobile communications across the area.
Danielle Stone, Northamptonshire Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner said: “The Kingsthorpe Study Tour was a chance for decision makers and problem solvers, who know the area well, to come together and tell me what they wanted to see to improve safety where they live.
“By having a visible ad van and marketing campaign in prominent spots across Kingsthorpe, I hope residents will understand there can be a different route to help them report a crime.
“We know some people may feel fear, shame or lack confidence speaking up and by reporting to Crimestoppers they can still help Police keep their communities protected while staying anonymous.”
Crimestoppers, which is independent of the police, continues to work closely with Northamptonshire Police to build trust between law enforcement and local people.
Information shared anonymously through Crimestoppers helps officers take action and bring offenders to justice, while protecting the identity of those who come forward.
The campaign also highlights the growing threat of organised criminal gangs who exploit and groom vulnerable individuals, particularly young people, into drug trafficking and other criminal activities through intimidation, manipulation, and false promises of wealth or belonging.
Lydia Patsalides, East Midlands Regional Manager for the charity Crimestoppers, said: “This campaign is about empowering local people to speak up safely.
“By giving information anonymously, residents can make a real difference, helping the police to understand what is happening, take action, and ultimately make their community a safer place for everyone.”
Information can be shared 100% anonymously with Crimestoppers 24/7, 365 days a year, in more than 150 languages by calling 0800 555 111, or via a secure online form at Crimestoppers-uk.org. Young people can also speak up anonymously via Fearless.org.
