Police in Bolton crackdown on anti-social behaviour

Greater Manchester Police’s week of action on the issue has led to a number of closure orders and warnings.

At an address in Farnworth, a dispute between two neighbouring properties has allegedly led to stones being thrown over the garden fence.

Police issued a Community Protection Warning to the occupants of one home.

The Community Protection Warning being served (Image: NQ) This measure does not give officers the power of arrest, but it does mean the force can look at imposing fines if the behaviour persists.

The move can then be upgraded to a Community Protection Notice, and a court can then order debt collection services to recruit for losses in dealing with the disorder.

An arrest can be made if an attempt is made to stop items being seized.

Superintendent John-Paul Ruffle, GMP’s force lead for Anti-social behaviour, said: “Throughout this week of action, we will be working with our communities across Greater Manchester, using a mix of enforcement and engagement to tackle anti-social behaviour and address the issues behind it.

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“We know just how much anti-social behaviour can disrupt the lives of hard-working and law-abiding citizens, and I would urge anyone with any issues to get in touch with their local team, who will be best placed to assist.”

Continuing the crime crackdown, a property in Ellesmere Walk, Farnworth, was then handed a closure notice.

The tenant is accused of having multiple people come and go into his house, causing distress among neighbours with noise.

The address on Ellesmere Walk (Image: NQ) Officers attached the notice to the gate.

The action means nobody other than the tenant can enter the property ahead of a court date to decide future measures.

Bolton Council’s executive cabinet member for Stronger Communities, Cllr Rabiya Jiva, said: “Although ASB is not always committed by young people, they are the future of the town and it is crucial that we work with them for a better tomorrow.

“I hope that by listening to what they have to say and acting on their experiences, we can create the right support at the right time in the right place.

“Alongside continued partnership working, the council is working hard to make Bolton a safer place for residents and visitors alike.”