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Six dispersal notices handed out in town centre by police in one evening
SIX disperal notices were issued to young people in one evening ahead of a busy weekend.
Dorset Police's Bournemouth Team issued six dispersal notices to youths to prevent further disorder as part of its "beach beat" on Friday evening.
Some of these were issued in the central gardens as part of the overall operation.
One unconscious man was dealt with by Insight Security Medics and then by the police and paramedics in the same evening. He was said to be "worse for wear from drink and nothing more sinister", anticipated to make a full recovery.
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One stop and search was conducted following information from venue security of a male in possession of a knife. He was located and a stop search was conducted. A small multi tool was located, but it was not illegal to possess.
Bournemouth Police said: "Thanks to our multi agency team work, all incidents safely resolved and no issues. Lots of families enjoying the fireworks.
"As the night continues, 25 police officers from Operation Nightjar are now out on foot patrols in Bournemouth Town Centre for the night time economy. Maintaining visible Policing and ready to help.
"Let's look out for each other and enjoy the summer responsibly."
