Harlow put on high alert as dispersal order hits after huge car meet
Midnight crackdown on reckless revellers
A dispersal order has been slapped on Harlow, Essex, following a massive car meet that sparked fears of dangerous driving and chaos. The police swoop kicks in from 12:01 AM to 6:00 AM on Saturday, 7 December, targeting troublemakers and aiming to keep the town safe.
Hotspots under watch
The order covers key areas where problems have flared, including:
- River Way
- Church Langley
- Old Harlow
- Harlow Town Centre
- Gilden Way
Officers will patrol these spots relentlessly to quash any signs of anti-social behaviour on the roads.
Police vow zero tolerance
“Dispersal orders are used in a considered and proportionate way to balance public safety with the need for residents to go about their daily lives without disruption,”
“We will not tolerate dangerous driving or any form of anti-social behaviour in Harlow or Essex more broadly. Road traffic legislation will be enforced where necessary.”
A spokesperson from Essex Police made it crystal clear that safety is the priority and lawbreakers won’t get off lightly.
Community urged to stay vigilant
The dispersal order allows officers to eject anyone causing trouble, with non-compliance risking arrests and fines. Locals are urged to report any reckless or dangerous acts during the enforced hours to Essex Police.
