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I wanted to provide you with an update regarding Anti Social Behaviour, which people around your area have highlighted as an issue of concern on the priority survey. Police have been busy in the lead up to Christmas, making arrests, dealing with ASB and preventing crime. The year is coming to a close but our work is not. Officers will continue to provide great results in the new year as well provide more great results. I am proud to share the following;
As we round out the end of the year, Operation Hotspot continues. We have dedicated thousands of hours over the year with additional patrols with hundreds being added to this month. Officers, PCSO's and SGT's have been giving up their time off, especially around the festive season so that we can help keep Stevenage a safer place. From arrests to vehicle seizures to getting drugs of the streets, these officers dedicating their time off to help out have produced a monumental impact. We thank all of those who have gone the extra mile in order to Police Stevenage safe, especially this Christmas.
As a part of Operation Scootherts, the following have been seized;
X1 E-bike
X1 E-scooter
There is a constant and steady flow of seizures and with Christmas coming up, I anticipate there will be more as the may be given as gifts for Christmas. Remember, E-scooters are illegal to ride in a public place and any E-bike with a motor over 250 WATTS of power, or ones that can go over 15.5MPH.
PCSO's have completed several community engagement stands in Stevenage Town Centre this week, engaging with the public, offering advise and support to those who may need it. The first stand was a crime prevention stand providing help and support to those who are seeking advise on how to prevent crime and what to do if they are a victim or witness to crime.
Another engagement stand was set today in Stevenage Town Centre surrounding Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG). This stand helps to spread awareness surrounding the topic and there to show support to those who are victims of VAWG. We aim to build confidence in victims to report such incidents and provide help and support to those who need it. Coming up to Christmas and New Years, VAWG offences are prone to increase, especially in the night time economy settings. It is important to not only acknowledge this, but actively combat the crime type, preventing offences and arresting VAWG offenders.
Although not in the location of the Town Centre or 9 Yards, beat officers from these areas assisted with a rapid entry on the 19th regarding drugs. Police have arrested one for Possession with intent to supply a class B drug (Cannabis) and is currently on bail. I believe that this is important to mention as drugs play a big part in Anti-Social Behaviour which has no place in Stevenage and in targeting drug dealers, this helps combat drug issues in local areas.
To round out the year, Police have provided an exemplary service for Stevenage. From long term problem solving, to multiple arrests, tackling/reducing Anti-Social Behaviour and so much more, a lot has been achieved this year. We aim to keep up the momentum next year and do even more. As always, please tell us what you want to see from Police, what can be done in your areas and what engagements you would like to see from us.
 Tackling antisocial behaviour can be a complex issue, and one which requires input and action from more than just the police. The Anti-social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014 aims to put victims first, giving power to local people and enabling professionals to find the best solutions for their local area. The act provides the police, local authorities and other local agencies with flexible tools and powers that they can use to respond quickly and effectively to antisocial behaviour. These include: - civil injunctions.
- criminal behaviour orders.
- public spaces protection orders.
- community protection notices.
- dispersal powers.
- closure powers.
The act also includes measures such as the Community Remedy and antisocial behaviour case reviews which empower victims and communities to have a say in the outcome of their reports and hold agencies to account. If you ever experience this issue or have information regarding an incident, please report it using our online reporting tools at https://www.herts.police.uk, speak to an operator in our Force Communications Room via our online web chat or call the non-emergency number 101. Alternatively, you can stay 100 per cent anonymous by contacting the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via their untraceable online form at crimestoppers-uk.org. Get Involved Please consider getting involved by registering for these messages, this will enable you to contribute to the local priority survey. We may be unaware of issues that you would like us to focus on. Take a few minutes to securely and privately register and have your say using the button below, this will mean we can focus on things that matter to you. 
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