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Merseyside Police Crack Down on Youth Disorder in Liverpool City Centre

Over the weekend, police issued dispersal orders, conducted searches, and urged parents to monitor their children's activities to address rising anti-social behaviour.

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Overview

  • Merseyside Police issued 128 dispersal notices and conducted 202 Section 60 stop-and-searches, recovering drugs and balaclavas, as part of their weekend operation.
  • Residents and visitors have reported feeling intimidated by large gatherings of teenagers in Liverpool ONE and Chavasse Park, citing incidents of spitting, kicking, and verbal abuse.
  • Officers made several arrests, including charges for assault and drug-related offenses, as part of efforts to curb anti-social behaviour and violence.
  • Police have called on parents to take responsibility for knowing their children's whereabouts, warning that families of offenders may face visits from officers.
  • Liverpool ONE management is collaborating with police through extensive CCTV monitoring to identify suspects and support ongoing enforcement actions.