Youths riding off road bikes in the areas of Moorclose, Westfield, Salterbeck, Oldside

High visibility and plain clothes patrols to be carried out in the areas identified as hotspot locations.

Presence to be advertised via social media for public reassurance.

Work with partner agencies to address issues long term.

Positive action will be taken to deter offenders from committing offences and to proactively deal with those identified as committing offences or being involved.

WE DID:-
Over the past month 3 males have been arrested for offences relating to theft of bikes, attempt theft of a pedal cycle, going equipped, possession of Cannabis, burglary and theft from business premises. All 3 are on bail with conditions.

WE DID:
Continue to provide hi visibility patrols at prevalent times to address this issue and deal proactively with those responsible whilst supporting victims of crime

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Conducted Stop Searches

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Utilised the Police drone to identify those individuals using off road bikes and continue to conduct such operations. One male was stopped by police, had his bike seized and was found in possession of Cannabis.

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On 12th April 2025 arrested a 17 year old male from the Salterbeck area for theft of a motorbike and attempt theft. The male was subsequently bailed for enquiries. Following an investigation into this offence on 11th May 2025 the same male was arrested, charged and remanded with x3 shoplifting offences, Arson with intent and Taking a Vehicle without consent from the Salterbeck area. The youth appeared in court the following day and was remanded in youth detention until 30th May 2025.

WE DID:
Attended the Workington North Locality Meeting to listen to issues raised by members of the community in the area. Issues were raised regarding Off road/scrambler bikes and e-scooters in the area of the allotments and the rugby field in Clifton and to Camerton. Our local officers will be conducting hi visibility patrols and targeted operations over the coming months to address this issue and bring offenders to justice.

Issues were also raised with regards to speeding between Stainburn and Clifton, Moor Road and parking outside Workington Academy. Officers have already conducted routine operations in the area of the Academy and liaised with the school and Council Enforcement team about this issue as well as engaging with drivers. Parking on double yellow lines is an offence enforced by the local authority. Local officers will be in the areas at prevalent times and looking to address any speeding complaints over the coming months.

We are aware that this issue is ongoing and will continue to address these issues over the coming months.

We encourage members of the public to report such incidents to police along with any video evidence of such incidents if captured.

YOU SAID: Reports of youths involved in acquisitive crime, going equipped to steal and carrying weapons in the Workington area.

WE DID: This is a priority the team are to address over the coming weeks and months with the following:-

High visibility and plain clothes patrols to be carried out in the areas identified as hotspot locations.

Presence to be advertised via social media for public reassurance.

Work with partner agencies to address issues long term.

Positive action will be taken to deter offenders from committing offences and to proactively deal with those identified as committing offences or being involved.

WE DID:
On Saturday 12th April 2025 arrested a male on Cloffocks Car Park for attempt theft of a motor vehicle and drunk in charge. The male made off from officers but was detained at the location and blew 71 on a road side breath test. The male has been subsequently bailed until the end of July for further enquiries.

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On Saturday 12th April 2025 arrested and interviewed a male for theft of motor vehicle the previous night form Barncroft Avenue in Seaton. The male has been subsequently bailed for further enquiries.

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On Friday 18th April 2025 a 17 year old male was stop searched by officers in the area of New Bridge Road, Workington and found to be in possession of a Cannabis. He is to be dealt with via the Youth Justice Service.

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On 11th May 2025 arrested, charged and remanded a 17 year old youth with x3 shoplifting offences, Arson with intent and Taking a Vehicle without consent. The youth appeared in court the following day and was remanded in youth detention until 30th May 2025.

WE DID:
Continue to provide hi visibility patrols at prevalent times to address this issue and deal proactively with those responsible whilst supporting victims of crime

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Conducted Stop Searches

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Provide a bike marking scheme. For anyone who is interested in this scheme please contact Allerdale NPT for further information

YOU SAID: Alcohol/drug related crime and anti-social behaviour.

WE DID: Assist in setting up Workington Pub watch Scheme with landlords and partner agencies to reduce alcohol related crime and anti-social behaviour.

Engagement with Landlords of licensed premises and partner agencies

To incorporate both preventative measures and enforcement tools to address issues in the community

To enable members to communicate with each other about suspicious behaviour and those engaging in violent behaviour or ongoing incidents

We are appealing for anyone who is interested in taking part in this scheme to make contact with Allerdale Neighbourhood policing team for further information.

WE DID:
On 13th May 2025 Allerdale NPT held the first Workington Pub Watch Meeting at Bees Knees in Workington. The new scheme was well received with some premises signing up and a Chair nominated. Work is ongoing to progress the project long term.