I wonder if anyone has had a similar thing happen, and can reassure me....
We were burgled on Sunday night, reported it and CID and scenes of crime came Monday morning. Thought all was fine, and the CID chap made us think we probably wouldn't hear anything again.
Then this morning I got a phonecall from someone at the police station sounding quite severe, wanting to go over all the details again. They were asking things like why we didn't hear the burglars, and saying about there not being any fingerprints, that not much was stolen, etc. Then said that some things I mentioned weren't on the crime report, even though I know we showed the CID man - like that the garage was forced open.
I felt as if they were checking up as if they didn't believe us.
Has anyone else had a similar experience?

if your unhappy with the way that you have been spoke to.... then call them back and ask if there is anything they need to go back over with you.... when we got broke into the pc etc was brill, came out 3-4 times...

I wonder if anyone has had a similar thing happen, and can reassure me....
We were burgled on Sunday night, reported it and CID and scenes of crime came Monday morning. Thought all was fine, and the CID chap made us think we probably wouldn't hear anything again.
Then this morning I got a phonecall from someone at the police station sounding quite severe, wanting to go over all the details again. They were asking things like why we didn't hear the burglars, and saying about there not being any fingerprints, that not much was stolen, etc. Then said that some things I mentioned weren't on the crime report, even though I know we showed the CID man - like that the garage was forced open.
I felt as if they were checking up as if they didn't believe us.
Has anyone else had a similar experience?

It sounds to me like they have some suspition of insurance fraud

newmanandvan,
That's what I thought. Thanks - I wanted to see if anyone would get the same impression. Since we're being totally honest, I hope they'll just realise that.

if you dont think the police are treating you right, just get the nam e of the person you are talking to and give the local inspector a bell.

they HAVE to sort it from there

Or its landed on someone eleses desk and they want to double check facts

madowl and iamthemoon,
I know that your advice is sound - and thanks for it - but the person (stupid me, I didn't get their name) didn't actually make any accusations, so O don't want to cause trouble. It was just that they sounded sort of iffy about the case. I wanted to see if other people would get the same impression, or whether I was being paranoid. If they accuse us of anything, then I'll certainly take it as far as necessary. It's bad enough being burgled anyway, without having to fight to clear your own name as well!!!

in that case mate, it may be the crime was not properly reported. your crime number will have an amount of data attached to it.

sometime the CRB (crime recording bureau) will just call to double check the bobby who put the report in is doind it in the correct fashion.

if you have any queries dont feel afraid to call the local cop shop or the switch board (0114 2202020) to ask them and get it right in your head.

remember the police are here to help YOU and will take the time to make sure you know whats going on.especially in this recent period of 'victim orientated policing'!

Police Always Do That They Did It To My Mum And Dad When Same Happend To Us It All Came Down To Trying To Put Pressure On Them To Admit Something That Was Not True.
They Will Try To Put The Blame On You Because It's Easier To Do That Than Get On With There Jobs Catching The Real Criminals Which There Payed To Do.
Also The Insurence Company Will Do Anything To Get Out Of Paying You.

Police Always Do That They Did It To My Mum And Dad When Same Happend To Us It All Came Down To Trying To Put Pressure On Them To Admit Something That Was Not True.
They Will Try To Put The Blame On You Because It's Easier To Do That Than Get On With There Jobs Catching The Real Criminals Which There Payed To Do.
Also The Insurence Company Will Do Anything To Get Out Of Paying You.

Thats bizarre, because im investigating a burglary at the moment and ive not called the owner of the house suggesting they are lying. I have however called them several times to let them know what stage im at in the investigation, that there is potenial forensic evidence on an offender and what i propose to do next.

Please would you be willing to tell us where you have gotten your facts from????

I would phone the police anyway. You need to make sure that it was actually who they said they were (don't worry, knowing the name would have helped, but they'll understand if you explain that you just want to confirm the call was legit).

Thats bizarre, because im investigating a burglary at the moment and ive not called the owner of the house suggesting they are lying. I have however called them several times to let them know what stage im at in the investigation, that there is potenial forensic evidence on an offender and what i propose to do next.

Please would you be willing to tell us where you have gotten your facts from????


Past Experience And Well Then There Must Be Some Who Do There Job Right But There Pretty Hard To Find These Days....

I wonder if anyone has had a similar thing happen, and can reassure me....
We were burgled on Sunday night, reported it and CID and scenes of crime came Monday morning. Thought all was fine, and the CID chap made us think we probably wouldn't hear anything again.
Then this morning I got a phonecall from someone at the police station sounding quite severe, wanting to go over all the details again. They were asking things like why we didn't hear the burglars, and saying about there not being any fingerprints, that not much was stolen, etc. Then said that some things I mentioned weren't on the crime report, even though I know we showed the CID man - like that the garage was forced open.
I felt as if they were checking up as if they didn't believe us.
Has anyone else had a similar experience?

if i were you, i wouldn't worry. It is most likely something innocent. As somebody else has mentioned it could be another officer thats dealing with the case and they need to clarify the facts. Ring 2202020 and give them your crime ref number or incident number and just ask which officer is dealing. They should be able to give you a direct number for them. You can then ease your mind!

Past Experience And Well Then There Must Be Some Who Do There Job Right But There Pretty Hard To Find These Days....

so do you accept tht your scathing assumption that all coppers are lazy and cant be bothered to do their jobs was wrong then? Also what experience made you form your opinion?

so do you accept tht your scathing assumption that all coppers are lazy and cant be bothered to do their jobs was wrong then? Also what experience made you form your opinion?

Most Of Them Are So I Cant Say I Take That Back Or Will Admit Im Wrong. Even If Your Not One Of Them

And I Didn't Know I Was Under Interrigation...?

I Was Just Putting My Point Forward As You Were....

again, Why are most of them? and your not being interroagted, just being asked to justify an ill informed and ignorant comment that you made!

again, Why are most of them? and your not being interroagted, just being asked to justify an ill informed and ignorant comment that you made!

Ill Informed And Ignorant Comment?
When Im Speaking From Past Experience..
Hmmmm.

Well Sorry For Expressing My Opinion....
And If Anybody Is Ignorant It Would Be The Police As They Have Obv Done This To More Than One Person Before And It Makes The Victims Worry As You Can See

So Even If Your "Not" One Of The Lazy Arsed Police Officers Then It Is Obv That There Is Still Some Around.

And Then Please Explain Why This Person Has Been Put In This Situation That Has Worried Them?

Is A Police Officers Job To Make Victims Of Bugulary To Feel Worried?

Ill Informed And Ignorant Comment?
When Im Speaking From Past Experience..
Hmmmm.

Well Sorry For Expressing My Opinion....
And If Anybody Is Ignorant It Would Be The Police As They Have Obv Done This To More Than One Person Before And It Makes The Victims Worry As You Can See


Why do you capitalize the first letter of every word?

Why do you capitalize the first letter of every word?

I Don't Know I Just Do.....

Why do you capitalize the first letter of every word?

They probably? wrote their post in AllCaps. A 'bot transcripts it that way.

Your speaking from 1 experience whereby i imagine you misread the situation. in addition to this the police have a duty to investigate crime and if they suspected you of some form of fraud then YES they will investigate things.

Judging a whole genre of people on 1 incident is absurd. When i was young a black lad tried to mug me. So by your reconing i should distrust and dislike all black people then yeah?? ABSURD!

Believe it or not MORE than one person before will have tried to scam the insurance companies, and been successful, therefore increasing the premiums for everybody else!

At the moment we have no idea why the police called the OP back, it is more than likely something innocent that will become clear when she calls the officers. Instead of insantly trying to make excuses to have a dig at the police, why dont people hang fire and offer sensible advice instead of giving silly, convoluted reasons that are highly likely to be totally off the mark.

Your speaking from 1 experience whereby i imagine you misread the situation. in addition to this the police have a duty to investigate crime and if they suspected you of some form of fraud then YES they will investigate things.

Judging a whole genre of people on 1 incident is absurd. When i was young a black lad tried to mug me. So by your reconing i should distrust and dislike all black people then yeah?? ABSURD!

Believe it or not MORE than one person before will have tried to scam the insurance companies, and been successful, therefore increasing the premiums for everybody else!

At the moment we have no idea why the police called the OP back, it is more than likely something innocent that will become clear when she calls the officers. Instead of insantly trying to make excuses to have a dig at the police, why dont people hang fire and offer sensible advice instead of giving silly, convoluted reasons that are highly likely to be totally off the mark.

Thank You Joe for being a voice of reason.

It's very hard to read though... It's probably worse than reading all caps.

Good luck with the investigation though, hopefully it is an innocent call, simply checking the details had been input correctly.

Your speaking from 1 experience whereby i imagine you misread the situation. in addition to this the police have a duty to investigate crime and if they suspected you of some form of fraud then YES they will investigate things.

Judging a whole genre of people on 1 incident is absurd. When i was young a black lad tried to mug me. So by your reconing i should distrust and dislike all black people then yeah?? ABSURD!

Believe it or not MORE than one person before will have tried to scam the insurance companies, and been successful, therefore increasing the premiums for everybody else!

At the moment we have no idea why the police called the OP back, it is more than likely something innocent that will become clear when she calls the officers. Instead of insantly trying to make excuses to have a dig at the police, why dont people hang fire and offer sensible advice instead of giving silly, convoluted reasons that are highly likely to be totally off the mark.


No Because That Would Make Me Racist And That is One Thing That I Am Not !!!!!

Im Not Making Excuses To Have A Dig At The Police i Admit They Are There For a Reason But When Things Like This Happen It Does Make You Wonder

Im Sure Im Not The Only One Whos Thinking This
And Maybe If They Sorted The Situation We Was In Out A Lot Better Than They Did Then I Would Have More Faith In The Police But As They Did Not I Have Not Much At All.

I don't think it's just the capitals that make it hard to read...

I don't think it's just the capitals that make it hard to read...

Well I'm So Very Sorry.......

Apology accepted

Thanks everyone for your advice. I feel a bit silly for not getting the caller's name, but I was really surprised to even get a call. My other half is home now, and he's concerned too. He's just rung, and someone will ring back in about half an hour, so hopefully we'll get some reassurance then. It was good advice to ring, and thanks to everyone who took the time to help.

Thank You Joe for being a voice of reason.

it seems somebody has to!

Well Arnt You Up Your Own Arse
Pfftt.

yet another intelligent reply.


Thanks for your contribution.....

If its not a crime to start every word with a capital letter then it should be. :roll:

yet another intelligent reply.


Thanks for your contribution.....


Thankyou Very Much

What Is It Pick On A 16 Year Old Day?
Pffft.
I Thought You Had Better Things To Do With Your Time
And I Will Carry On Typing How I Want

I Think The Age About Sums It Up (:

Could I respectfully request this thread is now closed, because:-

a) The OP has thanked everyone for their (sensible) contributions and,

b) It is necessery to prevent anymore readers' eyes from bleeding by reading posts that Begin Every Word With A Capital........;)

so your age explains your uninformed posts and inability to use lower case type! no excuse! and using your age is an embarrasing cop out! sorry. i'd just stop now if i were you. your only making your self look sillier!

No It Just Makes You Look Stupid For Arguing With Some One My Age........

And My Posts Are Well Informed Thankyou Very Much (:

No It Just Makes You Look Stupid For Arguing With Some One My Age........

Are you actually typing with your CAPS lock on? Or are you actually typing Each Initial Letter Of Each Word With A Capital deliberately?

Whichever, please stop doing it and type normally. Thanks.

Just To Say I'll Type How Ever I Want Thankyou For You Opinions Anyway.
And Im Sure This Started Out With The Question About The Police And A Burglary Didn't It Not How I Type.

Just To Say I'll Type How Ever I Want Thankyou For You Opinions Anyway.
And Im Sure This Started Out With The Question About The Police And A Burglary Didn't It Not How I Type.
So are you, though? Typing with your CAPS lock on? Eh? Are you, though?

Nope I Am Typing It Like That Deliberately (:

Nope I Am Typing It Like That Deliberately (:

Sounds like a typical teenager, anything to wind up the oldies. :hihi:

Nope I Am Typing It Like That Deliberately (:

Thank you for answering :D

i second Darkoaks notion!!

i second Darkoaks notion!!

I agree - this thread needs closing since the OP's query has already been answered.

Or Maybe We Could Keep It Open And All Type Like This......

Or Maybe We Could Keep It Open And All Type Like This......

What A Good Idea !

Nurse! Nurse! My Eyes Are Bleeding Again!!

Nurse! Nurse! My Eyes Are Bleeding Again!!

He He He ! Well Stop Poking Them Then !

Oh Dear Seems Like The Teenager Is The Most Grown Up One Here Haha.
Taking **** Out Of One Though Is Pretty Low But If You Have Nothing Better To Do....

Oh Dear Seems Like The Teenager Is The Most Grown Up One Here Haha.
Taking **** Out Of One Though Is Pretty Low But If You Have Nothing Better To Do....

And having made fourteen contributions to this thread, then I would imagine neither have you.....

iT iS hARD tO rEAD eVERY wORD tHAT sTARTS iN a cAP. :hihi:

madowl and iamthemoon,
I know that your advice is sound - and thanks for it - but the person (stupid me, I didn't get their name) didn't actually make any accusations, so O don't want to cause trouble. It was just that they sounded sort of iffy about the case. I wanted to see if other people would get the same impression, or whether I was being paranoid. If they accuse us of anything, then I'll certainly take it as far as necessary. It's bad enough being burgled anyway, without having to fight to clear your own name as well!!!

You must recognise that police and insurance officers may wish to see how you tell your story.

Your insurance company may ask you to repeat your story 3 times or more.

If your claim is true, just make sure that you continue to say the whole stpry in the same way..


If your claim is false, doh!

You must recognise that police and insurance officers may wish to see how you tell your story.

Your insurance company may ask you to repeat your story 3 times or more.

If your claim is true, just make sure that you continue to say the whole stpry in the same way..


If your claim is false, doh!

And don’t forget some insurance companies are using voice recognition, watch those awkward pauses and undulation in your tone .

And don’t forget some insurance companies are using voice recognition, watch those awkward pauses and undulation in your tone .

And when you talk to them don't let every word you say start with a capital letter. :)

Can we get one of those mosqueto things on this thread?

:P

Amazes me how any police staff on this forum have to identify themselves as such, no one else rams it down your throat what the do for a living, and as stated in a previous posts on this forum "South Yorkshire Police are just a letterhead" nothing gets investigated anymore unless its cut and shut case, what happened to pro-active policing ?:rant:

I wonder if anyone has had a similar thing happen, and can reassure me....
We were burgled on Sunday night, reported it and CID and scenes of crime came Monday morning. Thought all was fine, and the CID chap made us think we probably wouldn't hear anything again.
Then this morning I got a phonecall from someone at the police station sounding quite severe, wanting to go over all the details again. They were asking things like why we didn't hear the burglars, and saying about there not being any fingerprints, that not much was stolen, etc. Then said that some things I mentioned weren't on the crime report, even though I know we showed the CID man - like that the garage was forced open.
I felt as if they were checking up as if they didn't believe us.
Has anyone else had a similar experience?

Perhaps you need to fill in my poll ?:suspect:
http://www.sheffieldforum.co.uk/showthread.php?t=308222

Aurora - gimme a shout when you get your insurance cheque and I'll bring your stuff back round that you asked me to look after for a few weeks.

Amazes me how any police staff on this forum have to identify themselves as such, no one else rams it down your throat what the do for a living, and as stated in a previous posts on this forum "South Yorkshire Police are just a letterhead" nothing gets investigated anymore unless its cut and shut case, what happened to pro-active policing ?:rant:

no, nobody else tells people what they do on here do they.... certainly not

Mr Busman
White Van Man
Darbee's has mentioned what he does for a living if relevant to the thread.

and those three are just off the top of my head. When discussing crime and how the police work it makes sense to say that you work for the police, as it makes people aware that you are giving an informed responce/ opinon. Of course you dont want to hear that do you, because it blows your silly little point out of the water and ruins your chance at slating the police for no reason.

you have NO idea what your talking about, the onus is on police more than ever to investigate crimes, with every concievable angle being looked at by the CMU (crime management unit), and officers following up whatever clue they have to go on.

please dont reply with more uninformed idiotic nonsense.

and the dummy has now left the pram !

sorry.... was that yet another idiotic responce from your good self. When faced with a factual reply you respond with absolute crap! your showing your level of intellect here....

What Is It Pick On A 16 Year Old Day?
Pffft.
I Thought You Had Better Things To Do With Your Time
And I Will Carry On Typing How I Want

I Think The Age About Sums It Up (:

No offence Jessiee but you might find that if you type in this way it makes you look a bit dumb. Whether it's right or wrong that will mean that other people will take what you have to say less seriously. It would probably be better for yourself to stop typing like that.

What Is It Pick On A 16 Year Old Day?
Pffft.
I Thought You Had Better Things To Do With Your Time
And I Will Carry On Typing How I Want

I Think The Age About Sums It Up (:

You're 16! :o

You're 16! :o

Yep :thumbsup:

Yep :thumbsup:

Whether you're 16 or 61, typing in a way that others find hard to read is:

a) not a very sensible way of getting your point across, assuming that you actually wish people to understand your opinion, and

b) in the same vein as txt spk and typing all in capitals, considered rude on internet forums.

For both of these reasons, please stop doing it, or you're likely to find that others stop reading your opinions and just comment on your rudeness. If you take your CAPS LOCK off, that one should solve itself.

Anyway, this thread looks to have now run its course, so I'll close it.