Ketley and Oakengates

Police have received reports of anti-social behaviour within Oakengates Town Centre. Concerns from residents, businesses and visitors include groups congregating in public areas, causing a nuisance, that has a negative impact on the local community.

Targeted high-visibility patrols will be conducted within Oakengates Town Centre at identified peak times to deter anti-social behaviour and provide reassurance to the public. Officers will engage with local businesses, residents and partner agencies to gather intelligence, identify repeat offenders and understand the underlying causes of the behaviour. Where appropriate, enforcement action will be taken using available powers and legislation. Partnership working with the local authority, housing providers, youth services and other stakeholders will be utilised to develop sustainable, long-term solutions and improve the town centre environment.

Police have received reports from residents regarding speeding vehicles, street racing and vehicle meets along Mossey Green Way. Concerns have been raised about excessive speed, dangerous driving, engine revving and antisocial vehicle use, particularly during evening and night-time periods. The behaviour is causing alarm and distress to local residents, creating road safety risks.

Targeted patrols will be conducted along Mossey Green Way at identified peak times to deter antisocial driving and gather intelligence relating to those involved in vehicle meets and street racing. Officers will engage with local residents and businesses to identify repeat offenders and vehicles of concern. Speed enforcement activity will be undertaken where appropriate, with enforcement action taken against drivers committing offences. Consideration will be given to the use of Section 59 Police Reform Act warnings and vehicle seizures where legislative thresholds are met. Intelligence will be shared with Roads Policing colleagues to support ongoing enforcement and disruption activity with the use of Operation Chicane