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South Wales Argus
31-07-2025
- South Wales Argus
Police are cracking down on ‘boy racers' in Blackwood Asda
Growing concerns from residents and businesses regarding 'boy racers' has sparked a police crackdown on the area. Officers are now actively patrolling the area and have said 'action will be taken' when necessary, including seizure of vehicles. Commenting on the issue councillor Kevin Ethridge said: 'Complaints have been received from the residents and obviously we had a huge problem with boy racers before. It does seem they've gone to the Asda car park now. 'As a councillor I'm pleased the police have acted so quickly on the complaints because we don't want this spiralling into the high street. 'They've put resources into any anti-social behaviour which is occurring in the Asda car park, and I would hope that action is taken by the Asda store as well because we need to work in partnership.' Gwent Police said: 'We are aware of ongoing concerns from residents and local businesses regarding antisocial driving and car meet activity taking place in and around the Asda car park in Blackwood, particularly during evening hours. 'Dangerous and inconsiderate driving – including excessive revving, speeding, drifting, and unnecessary noise – is not only a nuisance, but it poses a real risk to public safety. 'Officers are actively patrolling the area and will take action where offences are identified. This includes issuing warnings, seizing vehicles under Section 59 of the Police Reform Act, and prosecuting dangerous driving offences.' A police car outside Asda Blackwood where police are cracking down on anti-social drivers (Image: Gwent Police) In Facebook group 'Oakdale Village, Blackwood' local opinion is divided. Kris Jones said, 'I always thought that some piece of land could be found by the local authority for youngsters etc who enjoy their vehicles and spend a lot of time, money and effort on them to hang out away from local housing estates and shopping facilities could be found.' Cris Davies wrote: 'Confiscate and crush.' Justin Merralls said: 'Try a different approach. Educate Don't intimidate.' Dai Hobbs posted: 'Leave them have somewhere to go, Blackwood used to be a big place for the car scene.' Gwent Police have said anyone with concerns regarding antisocial driving can contact them on 101.
Leader Live
25-04-2025
- Leader Live
Deeside: Off-road bike seized after wheelie in front of police
The North Flintshire Policing team took to Facebook yesterday (Thursday, April 24) to provide details on the incident. A spokesperson for the policing team said: "I would probably say the worst time to pull a wheelie is; in front of an unmarked police car, when you already have a section 59 warning. "Bike seized under s.59 of the Police Reform Act for anti-social driving." The policing team seized another bike a short time later. (Image: North Wales Police) MORE NEWS: In a subsequent post, the policing team said: "Luck is clearly on our side today. While we [were] driving away from the other seized motorcycle - male witnessed riding an off ride bike on the pavement in Shotton. "Seized under s.165 for destruction." Section 165 of the Road Traffic Act 1988 grants police officers the power to seize vehicles driven without a licence or insurance.
Yahoo
15-03-2025
- Yahoo
Car seized by police after it was spotted doing donuts in a town car park
Police officers have seized a car that was doing donuts in a car park following reports of anti-social behaviour in Penrith. Officers from the Eden Neighbourhood Policing Team seized a car under section 59 of the Police Reform Act after receiving a complaint from a member of the public. Residents have told Cumbria Police that there is an issue with the anti-social use of vehicles in the car parks on Ullswater Road in Penrith. The driver, who was performing donuts, was reported for driving without due care and attention. A spokesperson said: "Eden NPT will continue to target ASB and will take positive action when ever possible."
Yahoo
17-02-2025
- Yahoo
Police take action against anti-social driving
Police in Kirkby Stephen have taken action against anti-social driving following concerns raised by local residents. Officers from Cumbria Constabulary's Eden team carried out high-visibility patrols in the area last night (February 16). During the patrol, officers observed a driver operating their vehicle in a manner deemed below the standard of a safe and competent driver. Subscribe to the News & Star today and get the latest news, sports, and entertainment delivered straight to your device. The driver was issued a traffic offence report for driving without due care and attention and making excessive noise. READ NEXT: Shocking data reveals extent of tooth decay crisis amongst children A Section 59 warning under the Police Reform Act was also issued. Police have warned that if the driver or vehicle is seen engaging in anti-social behaviour again it will be seized. The action follows complaints from the public regarding noise and dangerous driving in Kirkby Stephen Car Park.
