Warnings issued after youngsters’ unruly behaviour

POLICE and Brechin High School have delivered a zero-tolerance message after the burgh became the latest local community to suffer antisocial behaviour at the hands of youngsters.

Brechin has had a spate of unruly behaviour and vandalism over recent weeks, culminating in incidents involving as many as 40 people at the end of last week — triggering a surge in calls to the police from concerned residents.

Angus Council leader Bob Myles has branded the behaviour “frankly disgraceful”.

A warning has been distributed by Brechin High to parents and pupils after local police sergeant Clark Renilson highlighted the worrying events of the last week.

In a message passed on by the school, Sgt Renilson said: “Over the past few weeks police have been receiving reports of youths behaving in an antisocial manner which has included acts of vandalism.

“Behaviour of this type will not be tolerated and anyone behaving in such a manner will find themselves being reported for their actions and, if they continue to offend, they may well find themselves in police custody, regardless of their age.

“The intimidation of the public in a close-knit community by youths whose own families form part of the community will not be tolerated.”

Brechin and Edzell Independent councillor Mr Myles, said: “The actions of these individuals is frankly disgraceful and unacceptable in a town where people take great pride in their community. I would ask anyone with information to contact the police.”

Brechin and Edzell SNP Councillor Kenny Braes said: “I fully endorse the message from Sergeant Renilson.”