Police seize fireworks in Nelson anti-social behaviour crackdown

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 3 Nov, 16:41 · Archive

Police in Nelson seized fireworks and issued youth referrals after stopping a group of youths on 24 October.

Police in Nelson seized fireworks and issued a number of youth referrals following action targeting anti-social behaviour. A group of youths were stopped by officers on Saturday 24 October, and some fireworks were found discarded nearby.

Stop and searches were carried out on people who matched the description of youths caught setting off fireworks. Officers are conducting CCTV enquiries to identify offenders seen setting off fireworks, with a view to prosecution.

PC Bradley Wheeler of the Pendle Neighbourhood Policing Team said: 'We understand the concern that anti-social behaviour involving fireworks can cause to local residents. Setting off fireworks irresponsibly in public places can cause distress and alarm, and put people at risk.' He added that police would continue to pursue all available lines of enquiry and prosecute where evidence exists, encouraging anyone with information or footage to contact them.

How it is being reported

• Youths caught with fireworks in Nelson as part of Op Centurion crackdownA number of fireworks have been seized and youth referrals have been made following a night of action targeting anti-social behaviour in NelsonBurnley Express · 3 Nov, 15:57
• VIDEO - Fireworks seized from youths after police crackdown in NelsonA group of youths were stopped by officers and some fireworks were found discarded nearby.Lancashire Telegraph · 3 Nov, 15:16

In this story: Nelson · Pendle Neighbourhood Policing Team · PC Bradley Wheeler

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