Operated by: Kent Police

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Shepway

Contact Details

Current Priorities

Issue

Antisocial behaviour.

Action

Beat officers are conducting regular patrols and using antisocial behaviour (ASB) legislation where appropriate. They are also liaising with local schools to identify young people involved in ASB, with follow-up interventions carried out by the Child Centred Policing Team or the local beat officer.

Issue

Drug dealing.

Action

Both plain clothes and uniformed officers are being deployed. Officers are using powers under Section 23 of the Misuse of Drugs Act (MDA) and other relevant legislation. Where appropriate, MDA warrants and Section 18 search powers are being executed. Intelligence is being developed to accurately identify and target repeat offenders.

Issue

Nuisance motorcycles and/or e-scooters.

Action

Beat officers and the Neighbourhood Task Force are conducting regular patrols, using antisocial behaviour and Road Traffic Act legislation where appropriate to address local concerns and promote public safety.