Local police clamp down on anti-social behaviour in wider campaign.
Milton Keynes police are celebrating a successful summer of crackdowns on crime and anti-social behaviour across the city.
The force increased police officers’ presence, listened to local concerns, and worked closely with partners to achieve positive results.
It was part of a wider Thames Valley Police campaign in which more than 1,300 people were arrested as cops cracked down on crime and anti-social behaviour (ASB) in town and city centres across the region this summer.
In Milton Keynes, there were 246 arrests in so-called ‘Safer Streets’ areas, 50 fines were issued, 79 times when ASB tools and powers were used, 71 E-scooters were seized, 223 community engagements took place across the city centre, and 1082 hotspot patrols were carried out.
“This summer, we've been doubling down on our constant efforts to tackle the crimes that blight our town and city centres, from anti-social behaviour to shoplifting,” said Assistant Chief Constable Christian Bunt, of Thames Valley Police.
“Every community deserves to feel safe, no matter where you live, so we have been building relationships, listening to local concerns and being where it matters most.
“We made 1,330 arrests in the 30 town and city centres that are part of our hotspot policing areas, for offences including shoplifting, robbery, and theft from a person.
In fact, officers made 30% more arrests for shoplifting in the hotspots than for the same period last year, showing we are fully committed to tackling retail crime and supporting victims.”
Theft reports decreased during the summer of action due to increased police presence in towns and cities across the region.
“However, we are always seeking to improve so tell us what matters to you – your concerns drive our priorities for making town and city centres in the Thames Valley safer,” added ACC Bunt.
A ‘Winter of Action’, running from 1st December to 31st January, is planned to allow police to maintain momentum and address seasonal challenges in city centres.
