Police Report - January 2025
The following report has been received from Police Scotland's Community Council Liaison Officer.
"This report aims to highlight emerging issues in your area, and to provide crime prevention advice and guidance to Community Council members and the residents you represent. Our focus is to reduce crime and disorder, help create safer communities and respond effectively to local concerns.
Crime Overview
In the Braeside and Mannofield Community, there were a total of 93 calls in January 2025. This is an increase 37 of calls compared to December 2024. Calls to Police predominantly related to non-criminal matters including, concern for persons, missing persons, assisting the public and false calls with good intent.
Antisocial behaviour, Violence and Disorder
On 01/01/2025 in the area of Seafield Court, Aberdeen there was a report of young people pressing every buzzer on the communal block trying to gain access. The young people left and returned twice using the same tactics. The youths have thereafter managed to gain access to the block and continued to cause a disturbance by frequently running up and down the stairs and trying to get into other buildings. The youths left prior to police attendance however high-profile patrols were carried out in the area to deter further behaviour.
Acquisitive Crime
There have been 3 thefts by shoplifting from the same premises on Great Western Road, Aberdeen in the month of January, namely on 02/01, 17/01 and 29/01. Significant amounts of product have been removed from the shelf, concealed on their person and they have then left the store without making any attempt to pay for the goods in their possession. These enquires are currently being investigated and officers are working closely with staff members to help implement deterring tactics.
On 05/01/2025 in the area of Braeside Avenue, a suspicious male was caught on a ring doorbell camera. The male was seen to be trying to hide his face from the camera before trying to interfere with said camera but to no avail. Vigilance regarding security and private CCTV systems is encouraged.
The community should remain vigilant and consider the following advice.
On 04/01/2025 within the area of Airyhall Avenue, Aberdeen a driver was found to be driving whilst unfit. A member of the public phoned in concern for suspect who was sleeping in a running vehicle but unable to be roused awake. Officers have attended and checks carried out showed the suspect had a revoked substantive licence and did not have insurance to drive the vehicle she was occupying. Following roadside procedures, the suspect tested positive on a drugs wipe. They were thereafter arrested and reported to the Procurator Fiscal on various Road Traffic charges.
On 27/01/2025 within the area of Springfield Road, Aberdeen a driver was found to be operating their vehicle in a careless/reckless manner. The driver did fail to comply with a red light signal, continued through the junction and collided with another vehicle, which in turn caused it to collide with a second vehicle. The suspect was issued with a conditional offer.
Road safety remains a priority for the North East Police Division, and local resources will continue to undertake high visibility proactive patrols to ensure your roads are safe.
Community Safety Advice - Beware of Broadband Supplier Scams
Already this year in the Northeast, we have seen several instances of phone scams targeting broadband customers, the scammers usually employ the following tactics:
If you do receive a call from your supplier, take these steps to protect yourself:
Crime Overview
In the Braeside and Mannofield Community, there were a total of 93 calls in January 2025. This is an increase 37 of calls compared to December 2024. Calls to Police predominantly related to non-criminal matters including, concern for persons, missing persons, assisting the public and false calls with good intent.
As a result of these incidents, and proactive Police activity, 22 crimes were recorded in the Braeside and Mannofield community during January 2025. This is the same number of crimes in December 2024.
Antisocial behaviour, Violence and Disorder
Acquisitive Crime
On 05/01/2025 in the area of Braeside Avenue, a suspicious male was caught on a ring doorbell camera. The male was seen to be trying to hide his face from the camera before trying to interfere with said camera but to no avail. Vigilance regarding security and private CCTV systems is encouraged.
The community should remain vigilant and consider the following advice.
- Ensure all vehicles and property are secured when not in use.
- Consider the installation of CCTV cameras covering private property.
- Ensure that you are comfortable with the identity of persons before providing personal information over the telephone. If in doubt, hang up contact Police via 101 for further advice.
On 04/01/2025 within the area of Airyhall Avenue, Aberdeen a driver was found to be driving whilst unfit. A member of the public phoned in concern for suspect who was sleeping in a running vehicle but unable to be roused awake. Officers have attended and checks carried out showed the suspect had a revoked substantive licence and did not have insurance to drive the vehicle she was occupying. Following roadside procedures, the suspect tested positive on a drugs wipe. They were thereafter arrested and reported to the Procurator Fiscal on various Road Traffic charges.
Road safety remains a priority for the North East Police Division, and local resources will continue to undertake high visibility proactive patrols to ensure your roads are safe.
Community Safety Advice - Beware of Broadband Supplier Scams
Already this year in the Northeast, we have seen several instances of phone scams targeting broadband customers, the scammers usually employ the following tactics:
- Claim to be from your broadband provider and state there is a fault with your service.
- Request personal information such as your account number, password, or bank details.
- Instruct you to download and install remote access software (e.g., AnyDesk, TeamViewer) to "troubleshoot" the issue. This allows scammers to gain control of your computer.
- Demand immediate payment to rectify the alleged fault, often pressuring you to make a quick decision.
- Never provide personal information to anyone who calls you unsolicited, even if they claim to be from your broadband provider.
- Do not download and install any software recommended by unknown callers.
- If you suspect a scam, hang up immediately.
- Contact your broadband provider directly using the phone number on your bill or official website to verify any reported issues.
- Be wary of unexpected calls regarding your broadband service.
- Install and maintain up-to-date anti-virus and anti-malware software on your devices.
Report to Police Scotland directly by calling 101 or online via Contact Police Scotland - Police Scotland
Every report assists police investigations, provides intelligence, informs national alerts that protect all communities, disrupts criminals, and reduces harm.
In the UK you can forward scam text message to OFCOM on 7726 (free of charge), and forward suspicious emails to report@phishing.gov.uk
Community Concerns
Please take the opportunity to let us know of any community concerns or issues so that we can explore these issues and take action to address your concerns. Any updates will be fed back to the Community Council in future reports.
Contact Us
Please also remember you can contact us using any of the following:
🕾 101 – Non emergency;
🖱 Email - AberdeenSouthCPT@scotland.police.uk
🖱 X previously known as Twitter - @NorthEPolice
🖱 Facebook – www.facebook.com/NorthEastPoliceDivision
🖱 Web – www.scotland.police.uk
🕾 999 – Emergency;
🕾 0800 555 111 - Crimestoppers;
Every report assists police investigations, provides intelligence, informs national alerts that protect all communities, disrupts criminals, and reduces harm.
In the UK you can forward scam text message to OFCOM on 7726 (free of charge), and forward suspicious emails to report@phishing.gov.uk
Community Concerns
Please take the opportunity to let us know of any community concerns or issues so that we can explore these issues and take action to address your concerns. Any updates will be fed back to the Community Council in future reports.
Contact Us
Please also remember you can contact us using any of the following:
🕾 101 – Non emergency;
🖱 Email - AberdeenSouthCPT@scotland.police.uk
🖱 X previously known as Twitter - @NorthEPolice
🖱 Facebook – www.facebook.com/NorthEastPoliceDivision
🖱 Web – www.scotland.police.uk
🕾 999 – Emergency;
🕾 0800 555 111 - Crimestoppers;
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