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Hello All, We have seen a variety of different offences reported across Beckton this week. In particular, we would like to draw your attention to two notable incidents: the vehicle theft distraction on East Ham Manor Way and an incident of indecent exposure in Founder Close. Police are actively investigating both, and we are very keen to identify the individual responsible for the exposure incident. Please read on for the full details of this week's updates and safety alerts. Arson 25/09/2026 (Beckton Park): The London Fire Brigade attended a call near Beckton Park lake. A motorbike had been deliberately set on fire. Assault & Road Rage 26/09/2026 (Tollgate Road): A driver stopped at a zebra crossing and was hit from behind by an E-scooter. The rider attempted to flee the scene. While being detained by the driver, the rider punched the driver three times.26/09/2026 (Beckton Park): At around 10:30 pm, a man was approached by three males who grabbed him and pushed him to the ground. Nothing was stolen and appears to be a random unprovoked attack. Theft of a Vehicle 25/09/2026 (East Ham Manor Way, near Pennyroyal Ave): A suspect placed an E-scooter in the middle of the road. When a motorist stopped and got out of his car to remove the obstruction, a male suspect jumped into the driver’s seat and drove the car away. The vehicle was later tracked and recovered, though items inside were stolen.28/08/2026 (Access Road) A White Transit Van was Stolen29/09/2026 (Atlantis Avenue) A Blue Kia was stolen Theft from a Vehicle 24/09/2026 (Eastbury Road): The locks on a commercial work van were drilled into, and various tools were stolen from inside. Theft from a Person 26/09/2026 (Jump Zone): A young boy’s unattended mobile phone was stolen. Police responded quickly, identified a female suspect, and the phone was successfully recovered and returned. Theft of a Pedal Cycle 25/09/2026 (Strait Road): A bicycle was stolen after a suspect broke the fence it was securely locked to. Indecent Exposure 25/09/2026 (Founder Close): At approximately 4:45 am, a man was seen exposing himself. The suspect is described as a white male, approximately 40 years old, wearing a white vest and shorts. Enquiries are actively ongoing. If you have any information or CCTV footage from the area, please get in touch. This is the 2nd time he has been sighted although the first time was not reported to police. In Other News: Illegal Rave Site Secured Thames House Warehouse (Whitings Road):
This location was being used by squatters and frequently used as an illegal rave site. On Monday, our team attended the site alongside court bailiffs. We successfully removed all squatters residing inside, and the property has now been fully secured and locked up. Help Us Grow Our Network We are looking to expand our MetEngage reach across the ward. If you know any neighbours, local business owners, or friends who would like to receive these updates and have direct access to their local policing team, please spread the word and invite them to join. Until next week, Be Good, Have Fun & Stay Safe Beckton Neighbourhood Policing Team Did you know?
The tactic of obstructing a road to victimise travellers—historically known as "highway robbery"—was singled out as a particularly severe, capital offence punishable by death under royal statutes dating back to the 16th century during the reign of Henry VIII. It was later heavily reinforced by the Black Act of 1723. | 
