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Firefighters and Pharmacies team up to help the elderly

Posted by Warren on July 14th, 2009

Fire Engine - Photo: SaltGeorge

Fire Engine - Photo: SaltGeorge

Pharmacists in Tamworth have joined forces with the Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Services to help protect the elderly and vulnerable.

When a prescription is picked up, patients will receive a free 0800 card urging them to arrange a free home fire risk check.  They simply call the number on the card.

South Staffordshire Area Commander, Steve Pope says:

“Although checks to the elderly and vulnerable are prioritised, the service is open to everyone.  This is a great opportunity for us to reach as many elderly and vulnerable people as possible.  The Service we provide is completely free and friendly and it won’t cost you a penny.”

A home fire risk check involves Firefighters or a Service Technician visiting your home to give fire safety advice and fitting equipment such as smoke alarms to ensure you are as safe as possible in your home.  All Firefighters and Service Technicians carry an I.D card and will travel in Service vehicles.

Richard Dean, Chairman of the Local Pharmaceutical Committee in South Staffordshire says:

“Community pharmacy in South Statffordshire is delighted to offer its resources to this important campaign.”

Police hunting Champagne thief

Posted by Warren on July 14th, 2009

CCTV footage of Champagne Charlie

CCTV footage of Champagne Charlie

Tamworth Police are hunting a Champagne thief and hope that by releasing some CCTV will help trace the shop lifter with expensive tastes.

The CCTV footage on the right shows the man suspected with the theft from Morrison’s Supermarket.

The suspect is described as white, around 30-40 years old, 5ft 8ins tall, slim with a receding hair line.  During the theft he was wearing a white/lilac shirt and dark trousers.

The alleged theft occurred on Saturday 24 May at about 6pm.

Anyone with any information is being urged to contact PC Julie-Ann Walker at Tamworth Police Station on 0300 123 44 55, quoting crime reference number 43488 or, call Crimestoppers, anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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