Anti-social behaviour (ASB)

Swiftly responding to incidents of ASB and effectively using policing powers available to intervene - including powers of dispersal where the actions of individuals or groups impact their wider surroundings; which can lead to wider harm, including the misuse of public spaces or buildings, criminal damage or vandalism, for example graffiti or damage to public buildings.

Working with partners and youth organisations, including schools and colleges to identify opportunities for early intervention with individuals at risk of causing ASB.

Local ward officers continue to receive reports of youth related ASB.

In response to address residents and community building concerns, patrols in the area have been increased, with officers paying passing attention to areas in Roselands reported by local communities.

In particular around The Defiant Sport at Archery Rec which has reported several incidents of outdoor area and the bus broken into and damaged by unidentified youngsters - officers are working to identify those involved and have increased patrols in affected areas, local ward officers continue to encourage residents to report incidents at the time.

Operation Downsway

Our yearly campaign to address community concerns around road and driving related offences that fall into the fatal 5 driving offences.

Including targeted patrols, education and enforcement activities across the district throughout the Summer months, focused on targeting excess speed, distracted driving, as well as drink/drug driving.

Continued work with partners, local authorities, including volunteer Community Speed Watch Groups to support activities and keep the roads of your town and seafront safe for all road users.

In the last few weeks, July, officers for the area have increased visible foot and vehicle patrols in areas reported as witnesses excess speeding, and ASB driving in an attempt to deter and identify those involved.

We are also looking to partner with local CSW (community speed watch) groups in the area to plan a day of action along roads reported by residents as problem areas for excess speeding and ASB driving.