The Police Local Priorities Dangerous driving / speeding Message - MetEngage Crook Log

I wanted to provide you with an update regarding dangerous driving and speeding, which some members around this area have highlighted as an issue of concern on the Met Engage priority survey.

Dear Residents,

Crook Log SNT conducted a speed operation on HUDSON ROAD today which resulted in no stops

If there are any streets that you would like us to do a speed operation on, could you please let us know

Kind Regards,

Crook Log SNT

If someone is driving a motor vehicle, they should always be doing so in a safe and considerate manner. Even momentary lapses in judgement can have life changing or devastating consequences for those in the vehicle or innocent bystanders. 

 

Activities such as street racing, cruising or performing tricks can count as anti-social behaviour. If you are concerned about this in your area, visit our website for the latest guidance and how you can report this. You can also report dangerous driving in your area. 

 

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Source: https://www.metengage.co.uk/Alerts/A/453306/Local-Priorities-Dangerous-driving--speeding-Message

Heads Up, Bexley! Major Roadworks Ahead (and Already Here)

Get ready for some potential delays, Bexley residents! Your local Crook Log Ward Councillors have shared an update from Bexley Council Highway Officers detailing a significant amount of roadworks planned for our area over the coming weeks and months, with some already underway.

 

These works involve gas mains replacements, water infrastructure upgrades, bridge refurbishments, and resurfacing projects, meaning disruptions are likely. Here's a breakdown of what to expect:

SGN Gas Mains Replacements

SGN has a number of major gas mains replacement projects kicking off, leading to traffic lights and road closures:

• Pickford Lane / Avenue Road / Long Lane roundabout, Bexleyheath: Expect 2-way lights with side road closures from July 24th to September 30th.

• Station Road, Crayford: Also 2-way lights with side road closures from July 24th to September 1st.

• Hurst Road, Bexley (from Hurstwood Avenue to Glenhurst Avenue): Look out for 2/3-way lights from July 23rd to September 1st. Replacement works will also be happening on Esher Close, Shoreham Close, and Valentine Avenue.

• Elsa Road junction of Gypsy Road and Upper Wickham Lane: This is the completion of gas mains replacement, running from July 24th to September 1st. There will be a road closure on Elsa Road with 2-way lights on Upper Wickham Lane and Gypsy Road (one section at a time).

• Northumberland Avenue, Welling: The full length of this road will be closed from July 24th to September 1st.

Thames Water Works

Thames Water has several projects on the horizon:

• Abbey Road junction St Augustine Road: A road closure for district meter installation from July 28th to August 2nd.

• Westwood Lane by Ingleton Avenue and Groombridge Close: Expect multi-way lights for a new water connection from August 11th to August 19th.

Network Rail Works

• Upper Wickham Lane under the railway bridge: A road closure for bridge refurbishment is scheduled from August 22nd to August 26th.

London Borough Bexley Works

Our local council also has some important works planned:

• Foots Cray Lane junction Eynsford Crescent to the railway bridge: Resurfacing will take place nights only with a road closure from August 20th to August 23rd.

• Eastern Way from the elevated roundabout to Yarnton Way, Thamesmead: Bridge joint replacement, resurfacing, and drainage investigation work will be ongoing from July 28th to August 18th.

• Brook Street outside the school: Expect 2-way lights and a road closure for a new school crossing (no specific dates provided for this one).

• Slade Green Road outside the Baptist church to Elm Road: Installation of a new crossing and resurfacing will involve 2-way lights and a road closure for the resurfacing from August 26th to August 31st.

Immediate Thames Water Works (Either in Progress or Commencing Soon)

There are also several immediate Thames Water works that might already be impacting your journeys or are due to start very soon:

• Hurst Road by Hurstmere School, Sidcup: Traffic lights in progress until July 21st.

• Yarnton Way, Thamesmead: Lane closure in progress until July 21st.

• Station Road junction of Hatherley Crescent, Sidcup: 4-way lights from July 18th nighttime to July 21st.

• Station Approach, Sidcup: Some carriageway incursion from July 18th to July 21st.

• Belmont Road outside Hovis: Road closure from July 18th, with the end date to be confirmed.

• Penhill Road new Viewfield Road: 3-way lights due to resident flooding, dates to be advised.

• Bexley High Street on the mini roundabout by the Millers: Dates to be advised after a site meeting on Monday regarding three leaks from a water meter.

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Please note: Thames Water has stated they are aware of many leaks in the area due to the hot weather and are working to fix them as quickly as possible.

To stay completely up-to-date on all roadworks, you can use the excellent website https://one.network/. You can input dates and specific areas to see what's happening.

Your Crook Log Ward Councillors hope this information is helpful in planning your journeys! Drive safe!

Urgent Alert: Black Kia Sorento Stolen in DA7 Area

A black Kia Sorento (registration LV17 XPP) was stolen from a driveway on Avenue Road, DA7, on 07/01/2025 at approximately 10:42 PM.

Security camera footage shows two individuals approaching the vehicle. At 10:38 PM, one individual is seen attempting to access the car. They return with a second person at 10:42 PM, gain entry, and drive off in the direction of Bexleyheath station.

Key Details:

• Vehicle: Black 2017 Kia Sorento (Reg. No. LV17 XPP)
• Location: Avenue Road, DA7 4HA
• Date/Time of Theft: 10:42 PM, 07/01/2025
• Met Police Crime Number: 01/7024394/25

Suspect Descriptions:

Two individuals were involved in the theft:

• Person 1: Wearing a hoodie and black gloves.
• Person 2: Wearing a mask, possibly a baseball cap, and no hand coverings.

Call to Action:

Residents in the DA7 area and surrounding areas are urged to be vigilant and report any sightings of the stolen vehicle to the Metropolitan Police, quoting crime reference number 01/7024394/25. If you have any information that could assist the investigation, please contact the police immediately. Or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 1111 (anonymous) or Crook Log SNT at Email.

Additional Information:

The theft occurred between 10:38 PM and 10:42 PM on 07/01/2025. The suspects were captured on camera.

Please share this information with your neighbours and local community groups to raise awareness.

Source: Nextdoor

Stolen Black 2017 Kia Sorento (Reg. No. LV17 XPP)

Bogus traders targetting the elderly incident - Crook Log Ward

On Monday 10^th January at approx.1.30pm a silver 4x4 type car with a trailer stopped in Fairlawn Avenue.  There were four male occupants.  Two of the men got out of the car and knocked on the front door of an elderly couple in their 90's.  The men proceeded to try to persuade the elderly homeowners to part with £350 for work which they hadn't done, cutting down some trees.  The owner said that he didn't have any money and hadn't asked them to call. The men then said that they would halve the cost.  In a panic the owners rang their neighbour, who came straight out and told the men leave.  One of the men was white, aged 40/50 years old, approx. 5' 6"and spoke with a very soft Irish accent.  This incident has been reported to the police.

Rogue Traders are generally those who cold call, i.e. knock without invitation and exploit the vulnerable by convincing them to pay for shoddy or incomplete repair work, charging extortinate fees for their services, or threatening residents who do not comply.

The trading standards team works to protect consumers from scams and rogue traders operating within Bexley.

Unfortunately, there are some traders who want to cheat you out of your money by knocking on your door unannounced and convince you that work needs doing to your home when it doesn't. They may say they are working in your area and have noticed that your drive, roof or something else needs urgent attention, that they have got some materials left over from another job or that they can carry out repairs straight away.

Although the Trading Standards Team works closely with the Police and other agencies to stop rogue traders, many of the reports we receive from the public come too late for us to locate the traders and recover money paid. The best way to tackle the problem is to turn them away at the door and say no to cold callers.

The Crime Prevention website also give advice on Bogus Callers (Distraction burglary) that you may find useful.

Call the police 999 if you feel at risk or are concerned for a neighbour.