Neighbourhood Policing Team
Your Neighbourhood Policing Team is made up of local officers and police community support officers, led by a sergeant and inspector. They’re based in your area and supported by the wider Kent Police team.
We work with councils, community groups and local leaders to tackle the issues that matter most, finding long-term solutions and reducing crime.
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Crimes and priorities
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Catapults.
Action taken:
Officers continue to respond to concerns about the misuse of catapults across the area. Reports suggest that many incidents involve young people carrying or using catapults in public places.
In response, officers carry out targeted patrols in locations where concerns have been raised and take action where appropriate. This may include the use of stop and search powers. A stop and search is a police power that allows officers to search a person for items such as weapons, illegal drugs or stolen property when certain legal conditions are met. Through ongoing patrols, engagement and enforcement activity, officers aim to reduce antisocial behaviour, prevent harm to people and wildlife, and address concerns raised by the community.
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Priority:
Road safety issues.
Action taken:
Officers have worked with the relevant authorities to address reports of inconsiderate parking and improve road safety in the area. Ongoing partnership working helps identify concerns and support appropriate action where needed.
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Drug taking.
Action taken:
Officers continue to respond to reports of drug use and carry out patrols in areas where concerns have been raised. Where appropriate, officers attend reported locations to identify those involved, gather information and take action to address drug-related activity within the community.