Seizing Class A drugs found in an air fryer and preventing illegal parking - we're taking action on ASB

Dear Resident,

It's been a busy start to 2026 for Sandwell Police. 

From seizing Class A drugs and cannabis from a property in Wednesbury, to patrolling Smethwick High Street to stop illegal and dangerous parking, your local neighbourhood officers have been taking action on antisocial behaviour (ASB).

We take antisocial behaviour seriously and it is at the core of our neighbourhood policing activity. 

We’ve developed a plan to reduce antisocial behaviour for 2026 onwards, and your views are central to helping this plan continue to grow and work effectively for our local communities. 

We've launched a new survey in partnership with the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner to capture your thoughts and concerns about antisocial behaviour in your local community.  

The survey will give you the opportunity to share your experiences and ideas to help ensure the plan reflects the needs of your community, and how well we are delivering a service for you.   

Antisocial behaviour can have a real impact on how safe people feel where they live. 

By taking part in the survey, you can help identify what matters most in your area and where action should be focused. 

The survey itself takes approximately 5 minutes to complete.

Please click here to complete the survey

Superintendent Simon Inglis, West Midlands Police lead for antisocial behaviour, said: 

“West Midlands Police take antisocial behaviour very seriously and we take positive, proactive action every day, to reduce harm and bring offenders to justice. 

"However, it is important that our approach is informed by you, the public who live, work and visit the West Midlands.   

“While we may know where and when it is occurring, we also need to know more about how it makes you feel, the impact it has on you and your family and how we can deal with it better.   

“We have created this short survey to capture your feedback which will inform our approach and ensure that your local experiences influence the service we provide.” 

The survey is open until Saturday 28 February. 
Thank you for taking the time to complete this.