North East Lincolnshire Council’s CCTV network has supported 600 incidents over a three month period.
From January to April, the system has been helping to find missing people to arresting wanted people for serious crimes like burglary, the Council’s CCTV network has been essential in helping combat crime.
With 151 cameras operational across the borough, the £2.25 million network, which has been in operation since 2022, has aided emergency services no end.
In January, a female, wanted for GBH, was caught on camera in Grimsby town centre. Her location was passed onto officers who responded and subsequently arrested her with the help of the Council’s cameras.
CCTV also supported in helping track down two men who fled police in the early hours of the morning on a motorbike. Using the technology, operators were able to read the number plate and ascertain that the vehicle was suspected to be stolen.
Guided by the cameras, officers were able to track down the individuals who were arrested on suspicion of burglary.
In late February, two town centre initiatives worked in unison to aid in the arrest of a reported shoplifter. Tracking the individual on CCTV cameras and businesses liaising with each other on the Grimsby Retail In Partnership (GRIP) radio, Humberside Police were able to apprehend the suspect as they made their way through Grimsby.
GRIP is a scheme used by various business owners and security in the town centres who converse over a radio channel to inform others of potential retail crimes such as shoplifting or other emergencies.
In March, a missing female was tracked by cameras and Street Marshalls before she was safely returned to her family by Police. Street Marshalls work in partnership with emergency services and WISE officers to improve safety in Grimsby Town Centre as well as aid in the reduction of Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB).
Later in the month, CCTV operatives were supportive in helping follow a suspected drug dealer who had fled from Police. Cameras captured the person trying dispose of items and two other people picking them up after the first individual had left the scene.
Ultimately, operatives work helped in three people being arrested in connection with the incident.
Councillor Ron Shepherd, Portfolio Holder for Safer and Stronger Communities, said: “I understand that for some these incidents may come as a shock, but that is why the cameras are in place.
“We and our partners are dedicated to keeping residents safe and making sure they feel like that when going about their daily life.
“We will continue to utilise this impressive CCTV system to help apprehend those who don’t follow the law. This Council has a zero-tolerance policy in regards to crime and anti-social behaviour and anyone found to be acting in such a manner will be punished accordingly.”
A spokesperson for Humberside Police added: ‘’Working together with North East Lincolnshire Council, we remain dedicated to tackling crime and supporting our community. As a key partner in preventing crime and disorder, the Council’s CCTV system has been invaluable. Its coverage and high-quality evidence have played an important role in supporting investigations and enabling swift action to keep our communities safe.
‘’We hope the presence of the CCTV provides reassurance to local communities visiting our town centre and tourist areas, showing that their safety is our priority.”
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