'Operation Cracker' is underway in Eastfield, Seamer and Cayton

An initiative to keep older residents in Eastfield, Seamer and Cayton safe during the summer months has launched today.
By Jade McElwee
Published 21st May 2019, 10:47 GMT
Older residents will be offered crime prevention and welfare advice, while younger residents will be encouraged to keep an eye out for their more vulnerable neighboursOlder residents will be offered crime prevention and welfare advice, while younger residents will be encouraged to keep an eye out for their more vulnerable neighbours
Older residents will be offered crime prevention and welfare advice, while younger residents will be encouraged to keep an eye out for their more vulnerable neighbours

Operation Cracker will see officers and PCSOs working alongside teams of volunteers, calling on residents – young and old – in areas where there is a high proportion of older or vulnerable people.

Older residents will be offered crime prevention and welfare advice, while younger residents will be encouraged to keep an eye out for their more vulnerable neighbours.

The operation will also take place on May 24 and June 11.

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Operation Cracker is a partnership initiative, drawing in support and expertise from different organisations, including: North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service, NatWest Bank, Scarborough and Ryedale Carers Resource, CU Scarborough (Coventry University), Beyond Housing and North Yorkshire County Council’s Road Safety Partnership 95 Alive.

Sergeant Harriet Williamson, of Filey and Eastfield Neighbourhood Policing Team, said: “The hot weather can mean older people, or those with limited mobility, may be vulnerable. During Operation Cracker we will visit areas where there is a higher population of older people and making sure they are equipped with the right support to help them stay safe.

“We provide advice such as home security and how to keep your valuables safe when you’re out and about, as well as sign-posting to support from partner agencies and local groups that can provide support.”