Local Priorities Anti-social behaviour - Nuisance Update

Local Priorities Anti-social behaviour - Nuisance Update

I wanted to provide you with an update regarding Anti-social behaviour - general, which people around your area have highlighted as an issue of concern on the priority survey.

Community Update from Your Local Beat Officer

On Thursday 24 September 2026, whilst conducting proactive patrols in the local area, I received information from members of the public regarding concerns about an individual.

Acting on the information provided, I located and engaged with the individual and subsequently conducted a lawful stop and search. As a result of the interaction, items were seized and the matter remains subject to an ongoing criminal investigation, with consideration being given to appropriate criminal proceedings.

I would like to thank those members of the community who came forward and reported their concerns. Information provided by the public plays a vital role in helping police identify criminal activity, address community concerns, and keep our neighbourhoods safe.

Kent Police remains committed to preventing crime, safeguarding vulnerable individuals, and taking positive action where offences are identified. If you have concerns about criminal activity, anti-social behaviour, or believe someone may be at risk of harm or exploitation, please report this to the police. Information can be provided via 101, online reporting, or anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

By working together and reporting concerns at an early stage, we can help prevent crime, support those who may be vulnerable, and ensure our communities remain safe places to live, work, and visit.

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.kent.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.

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