Staffordshire Police have confirmed a strategic increase in “High Visibility” patrols across Cannock Town Center and the surrounding retail parks this Sunday. This move follows a series of reports concerning anti-social behavior involving large groups of youths during the late evening hours on Fridays and Saturdays. Residents have expressed growing concern over the atmosphere in the town square after dark, prompting a swift response from local commanders.
The patrols are part of “Operation Safe Chase,” an ongoing initiative aimed at reclaiming public spaces for families and law-abiding citizens. Local officers will be supported by Special Constabulary units today, focusing on hotspots such as the bus station and the areas surrounding the Orbital Retail Park. The police have emphasized that they are using a “zero-tolerance” approach to intimidating behavior, including the unauthorized use of electric scooters on pavements.
Furthermore, the police are working closely with local business owners to improve CCTV coverage and sharing real-time data on repeat offenders. While arrests were made over the weekend for public order offenses, the focus today is on community engagement and reassurance. Officers will be available to chat with residents throughout the day to gather intelligence on local issues.
The force is also urging parents to be aware of where their children are and what they are doing during the weekend evenings. Community leaders have welcomed the move, stating that a consistent police presence is the only way to deter those intent on causing a nuisance. As the district continues to grow as a shopping and leisure destination, maintaining a sense of safety is paramount for the local economy.
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