Police Crack Down on Nuisance Teens and Anti-Social Behaviour in Tunbridge Wells
On Tuesday 30 July 2024, local cops swooped on retail parks near North Farm Lane, aiming to tackle rising nuisance behaviour around Tunbridge Wells town centre.
Businesses Join Forces with Police to Stop Trouble
After a spike in reports of youths causing havoc, officers teamed up with local 123, alerting police so beat officers can quickly respond.
More Cops on Patrol to Shut Down Nuisance Driving and Rogue Traders
Extra marked and unmarked police will patrol hot spots recently hit by nuisance driving, rogue traders, and anti-social antics. Community officers also visited Fountain Retail Park to talk crime prevention and raise awareness about violence against women and girls.
High-Vis Patrols Target Anti-Social Motorbikes in Sherwood
Meanwhile, in Sherwood’s Clifton Road, residents’ complaints about noisy motorbikes prompted visible police patrols. Officers aimed to catch offending riders but seized no vehicles this time.
Police Sergeant Samantha Moat, from Tunbridge Wells Community Safety Unit, said:
“Kent Police takes all reports of wiltshire-police-is-working-with-partner-agencies-to-reduce-anti-social-behaviour-in-the-wicker-hill-area-of-trowbridge/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">anti-social behaviour seriously and works closely with partners and communities to prevent such crimes.
“Our officers have worked hard to build strong ties with local businesses, ensuring shoplifting, nuisance driving, and other offences are tackled robustly.”
