Business crime team update, good news from November

The Business Crime Team have had some great positive outcomes in November as a direct results of growing collaborative working in Angel.

Four Arrests in One Month

Patrol officers generated four arrests for theft and persistent offending. Quick cooperation between businesses, patrol officers and police resulted in fast intervention and safer outcomes for staff.

High Engagement Helping Prevent Losses

Several businesses reported that early warnings from patrol officers prevented attempted thefts. Staff fed back positively about the visible presence during busy trading periods.

Stronger Intelligence Flow

Over fifty pieces of intelligence were shared with police, including updates on known shoplifters, group activity, and individuals of concern. This continues to support proactive policing in Angel.

ASB Remains Stable Ahead of Christmas Trading

Despite seasonal pressures, ASB levels stayed manageable. There were no spikes in violence, youth disorder or weapons.

Our patrol officers continued to provide strong visibility across the BID area.

Patrol Coverage

  • Upper Street remained the busiest location with 49 patrols and 28 hours 50 mins of active time
  • Angel Centre received 25 patrols totalling 28 hours.
  • Camden Passage saw 10 patrols, with Chapel Place and Islington High Street receiving targeted visits

Engagement with Businesses and the Public

Patrol officers had a busy month supporting staff, customers and local residents, including:

  • 107 engagements with shop staff and managers
  • 19 victim or informant contacts
  • 63 reassurance patrols at known hotspots

Anti-social behaviour interactions with:

  • 13 nuisance individuals
  • About 9 homelessness-related incidents
  • 5 Class B drug-related incidents

Enforcement outcomes

  • 3 ASB warnings
  • 17 behaviour warnings
  • 7 individuals directed to leave the area
  • 4 arrests generated directly by patrol officers
  • 5 police callouts
  • 51 pieces of usable intelligence shared with police
  • 10 body-worn video files passed on following incidents

Weapons sweeps were completed across key locations with 7 sweeps and no weapons recovered, maintaining confidence in local safety.

November vs October at a Glance

There were no major increases in crime or ASB.

  • Engagement with businesses increased in November.
  • Drug-related indicators stayed low and stable.
  • Arrests increased slightly, linked to better recognition of repeat offenders.
  • Youth-related issues remained low.
  • No emerging high-risk patterns reported.

Overall the BID area experienced a steady and predictable month.

Business crime team and Tesco Express The Business crime team caught up with Tesco Express management and head-office on Monday November 24 to celebrate some of the successes we've had from working together and talk about what more we can do. Since new store manager Jemima Attwood started in her role she's been proactive in reporting shoplifting at the store, meaning we've been able to identify nine repeat offenders and take action.

PC Laura Brand said:

"Shoplifting is a crime that can have a substantial negative impact on local businesses across London. If you notice anything suspicious or witness anyone shoplifting, please report it as soon as possible. These reports are invaluable in letting us build a picture of when and where shop lifters operate, meaning we can be in the right place at the right time to arrest those responsible."

Thank You to our businesses

Your ongoing reporting, close working with the BID, and active engagement with patrol officers continues to make Angel safer for everyone. We appreciate your support, cooperation, and quick sharing of information.

If you need support, advice or wish to report concerns, please contact the Angel BID Business Crime Team.