Wigston

You have told us that road traffic offences and speeding are a concern within the Wigston area. This can include speeding, driving without valid insurance, MOT or vehicle tax, dangerous or careless driving, obstructive parking, and other offences that put road users and the wider community at risk.

‘Fatal 4’ operations are also being carried out across the borough, focusing on the main contributory factors to serious collisions, including seatbelt offences, drink and drug driving, and the use of mobile phones whilst driving. Outcomes from these operations will be published on our Facebook pages.
In addition, the Road Safety Team has conducted enforcement activity at several locations during July, including Bull Head Street and Leicester Road in Wigston, where a number of traffic offences have been identified and dealt with.

You have told us that drug use and dealing within Wigston causes you concern.
We are identifying and working with partners to specify locations for targeting.
We have conducted warrants and made some significant arrests though the intel and reports that the public have made to us.

Drug patrols have been integrated into our ASB patrol activity.
The beat team has achieved positive results in tackling anti-social behaviour in your area, including issues such as disruptive youths, potential property damage, the seizure of nuisance vehicles, suspected drug misuse and odours, neighbour and parking disputes, and general disorderly behaviour.
Across Wigston and the surrounding areas, beat teams have identified key ASB hotspots and individuals of concern. These locations are subject to regular patrols, with incidents addressed promptly when resources permit. Individuals involved are managed through a proportionate, incremental approach.

You have told us that Shop Theft is an issue in the area of Wigston town centre, in particular repeat offenders and high value targeted thefts.

Officers work closely with local businesses in Wigston to gather intelligence, share information and identify offenders. Regular patrols are carried out in key locations, supported by CCTV monitoring and review of footage. Where suspects are identified, positive action is taken either at the time or through follow-up investigations. Local authority and police CCTV systems across Wigston continue to support enforcement activity and help keep the community safe.