Officers from Stoke-on-Trent City Council’s Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB) Team, Community Safety and Staffordshire Police have joined forces to tackle ASB reports.
Over recent weeks, local residents and businesses have raised concerns about noise, dangerous driving and general nuisance behaviour caused by groups gathering in the area during evenings and weekends.
In response, the teams have worked closely with police and Tesco management to take action to prevent further disruption. Measures include the use of gates to restrict access to the car park after hours.
Section 59 warning signage has now been installed across the area to highlight the powers available to police under the Police Reform Act 2002. These signs serve as a clear deterrent to unlawful or anti-social vehicle use, reminding drivers that such behaviour may result in the immediate seizure of their vehicle.
Councillor Amjid Wazir OBE, cabinet member for city pride, enforcement and sustainability at Stoke-on-Trent City Council said: “This is a great example of us working together with our partners to respond to community concerns. We’re committed to reducing anti-social behaviour across the city and making sure residents feel safe where they live.”
Inspector Rebecca Price, of the Stoke-on-Trent South local policing team, said: “We have teamed up with local partners to address issues that matter to local communities the most. We fully support the closure of Tesco’s car park after hours and anyone not on the car park legitimately will be dealt with robustly. Officers will be issuing Section 59 notices to illegal and anti-social drivers and seizing any vehicle which has already received a notice in the last 12 months.”
Both the council and Staffordshire Police will continue to monitor the area closely and carry out regular patrols to deter further incidents and ensure the new measures remain effective.
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