Off Road motor bikes in and around Wheatley Hill and Thornley remain a priority as does antisocial behaviour (ASB). Off-road bikes used illegally often cause noise nuisance, danger to pedestrians and damage to local green spaces. Taking these vehicles off the road helps prevent accidents and restores peace in our neighbourhoods.

The team continue to work with partners to gather intelligence regarding the anti social use of off road bikes in this area.

We have seized off road bikes in the East Durham area after calls of Anti Social Behaviour in the area.

Shoplifting:

Shoplifting isn’t a victimless crime – it impacts local businesses, raises prices for honest customers and can contribute to wider issues of antisocial behaviour. Being visible helps us deter crime and support shop owners directly.

The team take positive actions with all suspects identified and look to identify suspects at an early stage in order to prevent them reoffending. We also seek charges on the suspects in order for them to be charged with the offence and hopefully face prison terms. Furthermore we look to gain this evidence to apply for orders such as criminal behavior orders which prevents them from entering certain premises and also areas amongst other conditions.

The team also have an active shop watch scheme where information and advice is shared between all attendees.