An attendee on a local history walk captured this photo of teens whom she said were "intimidating" her and a group she was with(Image: Supplied)

Gedling MP describes anti-social behaviour breakout as 'utterly unacceptable'

by · NottinghamshireLive

Gedling's Member of Parliament has issued an update on the "utterly unacceptable" incidents of anti-social behaviour that have happened in Arnold. On Thursday, October 31, eight dispersal notices were handed out in the town centre and one teenager was arrested on suspicion of possessing a hammer.

This comes after fireworks were set off on the roof of the B&M store in Arnold by what was believed to be a group of kids. Following this incident and earlier issues in the week with anti-social behaviour and criminal damage, including windows being smashed and rocks being thrown at people, Mr Payne posted an update on Facebook.

He said: "This evening I spoke to senior officers and the local Arnold policing team at Notts Police about ongoing incidents of utterly unacceptable anti-social behaviour." He goes on to say that the dispersal order could be extended by the police if necessary and on Halloween alone nine Section 35 dispersal notices were issued.

This led to nine people returning to their homes, one person being arrested and two people being detained. He continued: "The local police team have been taking tough action this evening and continue to as I write this message - they have our full support as they seek to clamp down on those wishing to cause trouble in our town centre.

"I’ve thanked them for their hard work on our behalf. I will be keeping in close contact with police colleagues over the coming days and will do all I can to ensure tackling this sort of behaviour remains a top priority." He urges people who witness any incidents of anti-social or criminal behaviour to call 101 or 999 in an emergency.

Adding: "As well as the tough enforcement action that is absolutely necessary, I’m working with police colleagues to secure youth activity in and around Arnold to engage young people and give them something positive to engage in.

"I’m clear though, there is never any excuse whatsoever for anti-social behaviour or criminal damage."