A multi-agency meeting has been held to address concerns of ongoing antisocial behaviour and youth-related disorder in the Southwater area.
The event took place on Tuesday 16 March and included representatives from Sussex Police, Southwater Parish Council, Youth Justice and Youth Provision, Neighbourhood Wardens and Neighbourhood Watch.
PC James Munden, of the Adur, Worthing and Horsham Neighbourhood Policing Team, who chaired the meeting, said: “We looked at the identified ‘hotspot’ areas where such behaviour is occurring.
"A joint report from the council and police was submitted, looking at constructive ways in which by working in partnership, we can tackle some of the issues. Examples of this include installing better lighting, CCTV, more signage and generally smartening up the area by the old railway bridge.
“We discussed plans for extra patrols in the Southwater area, including joint patrols involving police, wardens and youth workers, with a view to better engaging with local youths.
“With Covid restrictions easing, we also discussed the current and proposed provision for young people. Investigation into recent offences has resulted in positive action and young people being referred to the Youth Offending Service".
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