Weapons-Wielding Gang Sparks Major Police Clampdown in Slough
A violent brawl involving up to 20 men armed with weapons erupted around 6pm in Farnham Road and Buckingham Avenue, Slough, forcing cops to take swift and serious action.
Section 60 Order Gives Police Extended Stop and Search Powers
Police have slapped a Section 60 order across key areas including Manor Park, Slough Trading Estate, Lynch Hill and parts of Stoke Poges. The order, which started at 9pm, runs until noon on Monday (16/11) – with options to extend if needed.
This means officers can stop and search anyone within the designated zone, with or without reasonable suspicion, as they clamp down on further trouble.
Slough Cops Warn Public but Offer Reassurance
Inspector John Braddy from Slough police said: “A Section 60 order has been authorised following this public order incident, during which weapons were involved.
“Our powers under Section 60 aim to prevent serious violence, and we don’t use them lightly.
“We understand this may concern locals, but it’s to stop incidents like this happening again.
“You will see more officers patrolling the defined areas over the coming days.”
“Being stopped doesn’t mean you are in trouble. Talk to our officers if you’re worried — they’re here to help and provide advice.”
Areas Covered Under the Section 60 Order
- Manor Park
- Slough Trading Estate
- Lynch Hill
- Cumberland Avenue
- Northern Road
- Stoke Poges Lane
- A4 Bath Road
- Burnham Lane
- Lower Britwell Road junction with Long Furlong Drive
- Long Readings Lane
- Northborough Road
For full info on stop and search powers, visit Thames Valley Police’s official site.
