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Work to tackle anti-social behaviour (ASB) in Corby is continuing with increased patrols, arrests and ongoing partnership liaison.
Incidents have been reported across the town centre, with many taking place in Corporation Street, Queen’s Square and George Street, near the Cube and cinema areas.
In response, Corby Neighbourhood Policing Team has been carrying out hotspot patrols, with uniformed and plain clothes officers taking action against those carrying out ASB as it happens.
So far nine young people have been arrested and dealt with for matters including assaults, burglary, criminal damage and failure to comply with a dispersal order.
Most have received Youth Offending Service referrals to address their behaviour, and two are still going through the courts process – a 17-year-old boy charged with two assaults and criminal damage, and a 12-year-old girl charged with assault by beating of an emergency worker.
Close liaison between the police and the town centre security is ensuring as many incidents as possible are logged to enable a targeted response, including identifying those responsible.
Neighbourhood Policing Sergeant Keely Cox said: “We know there’s a lot of concern within Corby about these issues in the town centre, and I want to offer reassurance that we’re working closely with partners and retailers to take action and provide support.
“We know not all incidents are reported to us, so working with the security team allows us to build a really accurate picture of what’s happening, where, and when, so we can put our officers right where they need to be to prevent and detect offending.
“This approach is also helping us identify those responsible so appropriate action can be taken against them. We’re also working with the local authority and other partners to ensure appropriate safeguarding measures are in place, tenancy agreements are kept to, and support is offered where it is needed.”
More than 30 young people have so far been identified as being involved in the ASB, which has included criminal damage to businesses and street furniture, and assaults against shop staff.
A Section 35 Dispersal Order was used in the town centre on January 7 to help prevent further crime and anti-social behaviour. The measure was also successfully used in October and November.
As well as the deterrent and enforcement action being taken, the Force is working with partners to arrange activities such as boxing and football sessions for young people.
Monthly meetings are also taking place with town centre businesses and other stakeholders, including the local authority and ASB experts.
Sgt Cox said: “Corby is a town with a big heart and a real sense of right and wrong, and we’re committed to making sure those intent on causing trouble are both held accountable and helped to move away from offending in the future. Our focus won’t waver, and if they persist, they can expect to be dealt with robustly.”
No-one should suffer alone because of ASB. Report non-emergency incidents to 101 or online at www.northants.police.uk/RO.
Information can also be shared anonymously with Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.
In an emergency always call 999.
Find advice, support and reporting channels at www.northants.police.uk/ASB
Contact the Corby NPT by emailing [email protected]