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Dedicated Ward Officer
Violence related priority - Continued policing emphasise on robbery.
Issued 21 May 2026
Patrolling the local areas including subways during the hours young people leave school.
Targeted Robbery patrols are ongoing in conjunction with the Town Centre team’s, with hotspots identified and then patrolled during key times.
Actioned 18 August 2026
ASB – Drugs related issues focusing on Victoria Road, South Street, Kingsmead Mansions, Eastern Road junction Carlton Road. Lodge Avenue junction Carlton Road. Lodge Farm Park carpark, Carlton Road entrance.
Issued 21 May 2026
To target those who are causing ongoing nuisance and anti-social behaviour in the location to residents by a mixture of targeted patrols, resident lead patrols, High visibility and Plain clothes patrols
Actioned 18 August 2026
Shoplifting
Issued 21 May 2026
Proactive patrols for persistent shoplifters at local shops, Actively conduct patrols at all shopping precincts. Using ASB and criminal orders to deal with persistent offenders.
Officers will look at incoming investigations and be proactive in obtaining CCTV and outstanding evidence.
Actioned 18 August 2026