Op Resolve hotspot patrols to tackle antisocial behaviour in Warwickshire from May

With £1 million worth of funding, an intelligence-led programme of patrols will be taking place from May this year to tackle anti-social behaviour where it happens the most in Warwickshire.

Warwickshire Police have mapped out reports of anti-social behaviour across the county and identified 18 hotspots where it happens most often, including details on when the peak times for when reports are made.

This means that from May, you will see more officers on the beat in the areas where ASB happens, at the time it happens.

There will also be more information available for the public about what ASB is, how to report it, and how as a community we can take a holistic approach to tackling it together.

Inspector Ben Hembry of Stratford SNT said “An enhanced presence dedicated to dealing with antisocial behaviour is vital for us to gather intelligence and develop sophisticated solutions to tackle the causes of ASB – this is what modern policing looks like.”

Inspector Jem Mountford of Warwick and Leamington SNT said “Leamington Spa and Warwick both have excellent green spaces, popular retail areas, and a thriving night-time economy, which while vibrant do unfortunately come with a level of antisocial behaviour. Working in partnership with local councils and Leamington’s community wardens, this new intelligence-led approach will go a long way towards supporting us in keeping our streets the best place they can be for our community.”

Inspector Jack Pritchard of North Warwickshire SNT said “Antisocial behaviour is a blight on the local community and the people of North Warwickshire deserve to enjoy all that our towns and villages have to offer. We’ve listened to local concerns and this funding will support direct action to target and stop anyone who is negatively affecting our community.”

Inspector Ryan Walker of Nuneaton & Bedworth SNT said “We’ve been taking a zero-tolerance enforcement approach to antisocial behaviour in Nuneaton and Bedworth and are pleased to say we have already seen a consistent reduction in reports since last year. Utilising this new stream of intelligence about where and when ASB is taking place will help us to take a targeted approach and sustain the good work from our officers so far.”

Inspector Jack Zielenski of Rugby SNT said “Here in Rugby, we already work closely with partners including Rugby Borough Council and Rugby First, whose Rangers and CCTV operators will be invaluable alongside our increased targeted patrols to keep our town centre a safe and comfortable place for everyone in our community.”

Chief Superintendent for Local Policing Jill Fowler said “Dedicated hotspot patrols have shown their effectiveness in reducing criminal and anti-social behaviour across the country, and we would welcome any extra resource that will allow us to make use of models we know work.

“Although the definition of anti-social behaviour, is broad and captures a wide range of behaviours, it has a very defined and measurable negative effect on our communities, particularly when it crosses over into more serious criminal activity.

“Preventing anti-social behaviour before it happens and having the resources to target it where we know it’s happening is a crucial part of keeping our communities safe. This additional funding will enable us to provide dedicated resources to tackle such behaviour in areas of the county where our communities are most affected.”