Yobs warned of crackdown on their behaviour
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YOBS have been warned of a new crackdown on their anti-social behaviour.
PCSOS from Horsley Hill Neighbourhood Policing Team in South Shields joined community wardens from South Tyneside Council to patrol anti-social hotspots in Cleadon Park and Horsley Hill on patrol.
As a result fifteen youths were warned about their behaviour in the form of dispersal notices and Operation Gryphon forms - a three-level approach which empowers police to use legislation to issue civil injunction and criminal behaviour orders.
The submitted forms mean officers will now make a visit to the youths’ parents to discuss their behaviour, while refusal to comply with dispersal notices is a criminal offence.
One of the youths was also given a final youth caution for damage to a car and fence in Quarry Lane on Saturday night.
Police are warning youths their efforts to tackle anti-social behaviour will continue and they will continue to take action against those responsible.
Inspector Denise Townsley said: “We are fully aware of the issues around anti-social behaviour in particular in Cleadon Park and have been working with South Tyneside Borough Council to take action to resolve this.
“The activity last weekend is an example of the steps we are taking.
“We know anti-social behaviour is a huge concern for local residents and while for some people it is annoying and causes a nuisance for others, particularly those who are more vulnerable, it can be very intimidating.
“Our priority is making our communities safer and we will continue to take steps to reduce anti-social behaviour over the coming months.”
Northumbria Police and Crime Commissioner, Vera Baird DBE QC, added: “This is a great example of proactive policing from Northumbria Police - it demonstrates that when an issue is raised, police and partners will come together to take action against the small minority involved in causing anti-social behaviour, helping reduce the impact it has on the local neighbourhood.
“I will continue to ensure tackling anti-social behavior remains a top priority and hope anyone concerned feels encouraged to get in touch with their local neighbourhood team so that appropriate action can be taken.”
Coun Moira Smith, lead member for area management and community safety at South Tyneside Council, said: “We hope that the action taken sends out a clear message that we will not tolerate the behaviour of a small minority, who are causing distress to local residents and leaving them feeling unsafe in their own communities.
“Anti-social behaviour is an issue that we take extremely seriously and we will continue to work closely with Northumbria Police and South Tyneside Homes to crack down on this problem, not just in these areas, but across the Borough.”