me and my partner have had problems out our place which arson's and verious orther attacks what i want to know is can the police install cameras or is it for the council to do.
2006-10-19 08:16:30 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Law Enforcement & Police
If you are in the UK then the police can do it.
2006-10-19 08:18:27 · answer #1 · answered by Ah! 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had similar problems, but a little less severe.
The police advised me to install a cctv camerea personally. Unfortunatly they also stated that it can not overlook any public right of way, as any evidence collected would be inadmisable in a court of law. I believe that you should contact the council explaining situation. You will probably have to pay for the council to install cameras but then at least they can face the street or which ever way they are attacking from.
Hope this is of some help
2006-10-19 08:28:08 · answer #2 · answered by CW 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The council and the police should work together on this one.
If it is causing damage to the council property, you should make the council aware. You have to do your bit by recording any incidences. Also talk to other neighbours and see what they feel too and put pressure on the council and police to put a stop to it.
If it is criminal damage, or a threat to your security talk to the police about it. Arson is very dangerous and criminal and they can not ignore it, or they are not doing their duty.
Keep the council informed on a regular basis. Meet a housing officer and tell them about it. If they do not help and it does not improve you can complain about the council to the local government ombudsman. Type it in the internet search and you will find their website. You must approach the council first though, to let them know the situation.
get your local mp involved etc too if it is really bad.
2006-10-19 08:27:28 · answer #3 · answered by brainlady 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The police are only obligated to recommend you for a home office alarm and don't normally provide a camera unless there is a real threat to life.
Contact your local police inspector, voicing your concerns and why. They need to be factual although how you are feeling (ie scared for life e.t.c.). The camera will normally remain in place for several months.
Alternatively supply your own camera and provide the police with video footage. A sony with "Nightshot" is particularly good for this as they can record onto dvd/memory chip and have very good infra-red (night time) ability.
2006-10-20 05:57:27 · answer #4 · answered by badshotcop 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's usually the council who install the cameras unless the police are actually investigating a crime. Some areas do have police installed cameras. However, these are usually in city centres to prevent street crimes like pickpocketing and drink-related offences.
2006-10-19 09:38:14 · answer #5 · answered by moonbeam 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In my opinion it's a civil matter, you are responsible for the cost's and installation, unless the council agree to do it. I don't think it has anything to do with the police.
2006-10-19 09:34:21 · answer #6 · answered by gary m 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
try and get a web cam and keep it on record when you think they might be doing the arson, then present this to the police.
isnt it a shame when you cant live peacefully and pathetic scum of the earth (chavs) think they can get away with it. your not unpopular, they just pick on peeople for the sake for it coz there idiots, good luck
2006-10-19 08:24:31 · answer #7 · answered by Gerards twin 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it is the councils job to install CCTV but u can contact the police if u know who the perpetrators are and have them presented with ASBO's. my family have recently had break-ins and we have had spotlights fitted and sensor alarms. sometimes it is better to take ur security into your own hands.
2006-10-19 08:27:40 · answer #8 · answered by Becka 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
call the police asap!!then install cameras too!!you should not have to put up with this!!
2006-10-19 08:19:36 · answer #9 · answered by Lydia K 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
not been funny but if its that bad try moveing the police r a waste ov time sorry
2006-10-23 00:00:20 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋