Patrol Summary - Tuesday 18/08/2026

Patrol Summary - Tuesday 18/08/2026

On Tuesday 18/08/2026, PCSO Baker and PCSO Alem were on routine ward patrols within the area.

During patrol, PCSO Baker sighted a male believed to be wanted by police. Upon turning to engage with the male, he made off from sight. Following a search of nearby gardens and alleyways, the male was located hiding in a resident's front garden. The male was detained by PCSO Baker, and a response unit was requested. The male was subsequently arrested for failing to appear at court in relation to theft offences. Checks confirmed that the warrant had been issued by the court on 17/08/2026.

Whilst on patrol, PCSO Baker also received reports of a vehicle being driven in an anti-social manner, causing alarm, distress, and annoyance to members of the public. Following an investigation, including the obtaining and review of CCTV footage, sufficient evidence was identified to support action under Section 59 of the Police Reform Act 2002. The vehicle was subsequently located and seized by PCSO Baker.

Following this incident, patrols continued within the ward area. During further patrol activity, PCSO Baker identified a second male known to be wanted for theft offences. Information was passed to officers from the Wembley Town Centre Team, who swiftly attended, arrested the male, and conveyed him to custody.

Overall, the patrol resulted in the arrest of two wanted persons and the seizure of a vehicle involved in anti-social driving, demonstrating proactive action to address criminality and community concerns within the ward area.