CLAMPDOWN ON BOOZE-FUELLED BAD BEHAVIOUR

POLICE have a launched a clampdown in Caernarfon ahead of Easter in response to booze-fuelled bad behaviour and unruly youths.

North Wales Police say recent increases in officers on the streets has had success in stopping alcohol-related trouble in the town.

It comes after an increase in alcoholrelated public order issues, assaults on police officers and damage caused to business premises.

The force says since the introduction of increased patrols the number of incidents has reduced, with no arrests for public order incidents in the town on Saturday, April 9.

The support and cooperation of the SIA approved door staff has been key to this success, police say.

Officers will continue working with local pub and nightclub security over the Easter Bank Holiday break to ensure problems are kept to a minimum.

Police have also issued a plea to parents to know what their children are up to, after a spate of anti-social behaviour in the area.

T/Sgt Steve Phelps from Caernarfon Response team said: “Caernarfon is a popular night out for locals and visitors and is enjoyed by many.

“The aim of the re-directed patrols is to ensure it remains a safe, friendly destination by excluding those causing the most harm from the town.”

Measures to clamp down on bad behaviour will include random drug swabbing at bars, stop and search, dispersal orders, drink banning orders (DBOs), sharing information with security staff and using the town’s CCTV to identify suspects.

Sgt Phelps added: “We are also seeing a trend of youths, as young as 13, around the town acting anti socially during the early hours, youths from Caernarfon but also nearby villages.

“Frankly I would ask, if parents and guardians really know where their children are, especially if they ask to stay with a friend.

“This is purely from a safeguarding perspective and ensure they are not exploited in anyway and that they do not become a victim of crime. The message is clear.

“Caernarfon is a world heritage site and a town to be proud of. If you visit, stay safe and enjoy.”