Security cameras have been installed in Hemswell Cliff in a bid to prevent and deter criminal behaviour.
CCTV cameras are now in key locations in the village north of Lincoln, to help create a safer community for residents.
West Lindsey District Council will work with Lincolnshire Police to monitor the footage which is being recorded 24/7.
Councillor Trevor Young, champion for community safety and anti-social behaviour, said: “We hope this will act as a deterrent for any anti-social behaviour and give communities confidence by creating a safer community.”
West Lindsey District Council said that the CCTV service operates under a strict code of practice and all CCTV staff undergo training to use the camera systems.
Councillor Graham Prestwood, chairman of Hemswell Cliff Parish Council, said: “The addition of CCTV cameras is gratefully received and welcomed. We hope and believe it will play a large part in our efforts to reduce the crime and anti-social behaviour which has blighted the village in recent years.
“Whilst we appreciate people’s desire for privacy, the only people who need to be concerned by the cameras are those who are up to no good.”
In 2016, the council upgraded its CCTV capabilities to use high-definition technology which improves the quality of footage and evidence produced.
Between October and December last year, West Lindsey District Council used CCTV to detect 305 crimes and arrest 41 suspects.
Councillor Paul Howitt-Cowan, ward member for Hemswell Cliff, said: “We are working closely with the parish council and residents in Hemswell Cliff on a number of projects.
“There was a strong support for CCTV to be installed to keep people and their property safe. We can provide better coverage and provide high quality evidence if needed.”
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Police are investigating an unexplained death in the Waddingham village area near Gainsborough and Hemswell Cliff.
Emergency services were called to a house in Clay Lane, Waddingham just before 6:30pm on Thursday (30 June) following reports of a female being injured in the property.
Upon arrival, a woman believed to be in her 60s, was found injured and confirmed deceased at the property.
Her death is currently being treated as unexplained and investigations are ongoing.
We are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage after a fail to stop in Welton, Lincoln.
It’s believed a black or grey 4×4 or SUV vehicle collided with a silver Mini Cooper that was parked along Cliff Road. The incident was reported just after 3pm today.
If you witnessed the collision or have dashcam footage available, please get in touch.
By calling 101 quoting incident 275 of 1st July.
By emailing [email protected] quoting incident 275 of 1st July in the subject line.
If you wish to remain anonymous, you can report via the independent charity CrimeStoppers on 0800 555 111 or online.