Police in crackdown on drugs and anti-social behaviour in Sheffield city centre

Police officers are clamping down on drugs and anti-social behaviour in Sheffield city centre as the crowds return following the easing of lockdown restrictions.
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They crackdown also extends to Ecclesall Road and Endcliffe Park.

Over the last week, the team has carried out 48 ‘stop searches’ and dealt with eight people for possessing drugs, including cocaine.

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Two dispersal notices have also been served, banning people from certain areas, in a bid to reduce anti-social behaviour.

Police officers have been tackling drugs and anti-social behaviour in Sheffield city centrePolice officers have been tackling drugs and anti-social behaviour in Sheffield city centre
Police officers have been tackling drugs and anti-social behaviour in Sheffield city centre

Officers have also been checking that Covid restrictions which remain in place are still being adhered to, including the wearing of masks.

Inspector Ali Bywater said: “It’s been a busy week for my officers and all of those working in our city centre.

“We’ve been around to make sure that people are being responsible and continuing to do all they can to keep each other safe and follow restrictions that are still in place.

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“We have been really pleased to see so many people being responsible and continuing to respect restrictions that are in place, wearing masks and adhering to social distancing in shops and businesses.

“By doing this, you are keeping everyone safe, there is still a risk to public health and it’s vital that we all continue to work together to keep people safe.

“Our foot patrols continue and if you see us, come and say hello and get to know your local neighbourhood team.”

Crowds have flocked back to Sheffield city centre since last week, when shops re-opened and pubs with beer gardens could start serving customers again outdoors.

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