Bridlington police officers combating anti-social behaviour

The operation is a continuation of ‘Yuletide Winter of Action’, which shines a spotlight on the teams ‘that sit at the very core of policing’.

Humberside Police said anti-social behaviour (ASB) is a serious issue that negatively impacts all communities.

It said the force’s problem-solving champions, AKA the neighbourhood policing teams, are tackling ASB and getting to the root cause of any issues – alongside response officers and investigation teams.

Superintendent Doug Blackwood, force lead for ASB, said: “ASB is not low level, it devastates the lives of victims and communities and can be a precursor to more serious crime.

“It’s our job to change that, and through the likes of Op Yellowfin, Op Prowess, and Clear Hold Build in Bridlington and Orchard Park in Hull, that’s what we’re doing.

“You might know Op Prowess referred to as ‘hotspot’ policing which involves targeting activities where concerns have been raised by residents about crime in their area.

“It’s evidence-based too, involving the analysis of crime data and information to identify the specific areas that require a ‘hotspot’ policing approach.

“Dedicated officers are then deployed to these areas to assist in significantly reducing the crime levels through a problem-orientated policing approach. Neighbourhood Policing Officers work closely with our Crime Prevention Unit and Designing Out Crime Officers to look at long term solutions in environmental design and changes which help deter crime and anti social behaviour.

“Clear, Hold, Build is fully established in Bridlington and our work in this area has already involved large scale disruption of those involved in organised crime leading to multiple warrants, arrests, and charges.

“The impact this has on local residents cannot be underestimated, as we see anti-social and disruptive behaviour following drug use and dealing as part of that organised criminality.

“Op Yellowfin continues to be a priority for the force where dedicated resources are tackling anti-social behaviour and criminal use of motorcycles. Along with attending engagement events with the bike community, we are actively targeting individuals involved in vehicle thefts and also those who are utilising their bikes in an anti-social manner. We have already held a number of days of action this year with more planned in.

“Ultimately, we couldn’t do any of this without the support from our local communities, and working with and alongside you, we build strong relationships that help us to understand your needs and priorities.

“We would always encourage you to speak to our officers when you see them out and about or call our non-emergency number 101. You can also report online but always call 999 in an emergency or if a crime is ongoing.”