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Off road bikes causing ASB with Oakthorpe, Moira and surrounding villages.
You Said: We are aware of unknown persons causing distress to local residents through antisocial road use and use of open spaces with dirt bikes.
Issued 01 July 2026
We will: Complete targeted patrols in the area and seek to identify those causing harm. We will issue anti-social behaviour orders and section 59 notices where applicable.
We will work with local residents to ensure we listen to your concerns and work with partners to seek long term resolutions.
We Did:
We are completing regular patrols in these areas and have seized vehicles which are being used in inconsiderate manners. We are also working with local communities to offer advice and education around the legality of riding off road bikes in public.
We have completed further patrols and have spoken to members of the public which led to the identification of one male causing issues on an off road bike. As a result , the male has been provided with advice and his vehicle has been seized under ASB powers.
Actioned 30 August 2026
ASB and drug use at Donisthorpe Woodlands / Jungle Madness.
You said: You have reported youth related ASB both within the location and in the grounds surrounding it.
Issued 01 July 2026
We will: Work with local agencies and facilities for young people to engage with those causing harm. We will look to divert young people away from ASB.
We will also work with land owners and local residents to ensure we take appropriate action to prevent further ASB and prevent escalation to criminal behaviour.
We Did:
We have received further reports in relation to ASB in this area and in addition, damage caused at the cemetery. We are engaging with local residents and youths to ensure they respect our local spaces and are working to identify offenders who will be dealt with proportionately. We are also regularly patrolling the areas, especially during school holidays when ASB issues have historically peaked.
We have completed numerous patrols in the areas impacted and have engaged with local councilors and groups impacted by the ASB. We are continuing to engage with the staff and management at Jungle Madness and will deal with anyone found to be causing a nuisance to others.
Actioned 30 August 2026
Open Water Safety / ASB
We are aware of young people using open water spaces during hot weather. Due to dangers associated with this we will look to provide education and work with young people with the help of partners.
Issued 01 July 2026
We will:
With the arrival of warmer weather and the school holiday period, the local beat team will increase regular patrols around areas of open water within the beat, in particular Moira/Donisthorpe Canal and Albert Village Lake.  With the increased risk of drowning and water-related accidents due to unsupervised activity near lakes, rivers, and reservoirs, we hope our presence will help educate and protect young people during school breaks. 
We Did:
We will work with youth groups, young people, parents and partners to educate against the harms of open water.
We are completing regular patrols of our open spaces of water and engaging with young people present.
We are also working with partners in LFRS and hope to develop a water safety event in the coming weeks.
We have completed patrols during hot weather around our lakes and open water sources. We have engaged with a number of young people and are working towards a water safety event.
Actioned 30 August 2026