Anti-social behaviour guidance

🚫 Knock Door Run Isn’t Harmless

With February half‑term here, we’re seeing an increase in knock door run and door kicking. It might feel like a harmless laugh, but for elderly and vulnerable residents it can be genuinely frightening. Loud knocks and kicks can leave older neighbours feeling unsafe, anxious, and afraid to answer their own door. Some may even rush to check what’s happening and risk falling or injuring themselves.

Parents & Carers
Please make sure you know where your children are and what they’re doing during the break. A quick chat at home can prevent real distress for those who already feel isolated or nervous.
Let’s keep our community respectful, safe, and supportive for everyone. 💛
 

Full guidance on ASB and the different types can be found here: Antisocial behaviour | West Mercia Police

Or you can find your local council here: Find your local council - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Should you have any concerns about potential ASB, or are experiencing ASB where you live, please contact your local council or if necessary report it to us: Report antisocial behaviour | West Mercia Police

In an emergency, if you or your property are at risk, or a crime is in progress call 999.

If you aren’t comfortable contacting us directly, you can pass on information anonymously to the independent charity, Crimestoppers, by calling 0800 555 111 or by visiting their website: www.crimestoppers-uk.org

Thank you for your help. It is only by the police and the public working together that we can prevent and detect crime. 

Kind regards,

Kind regards,

PC 21856 JOHNSON