Dear Resident

We are working hard to tackle Anti-social behaviour (ASB) in the areas of Kidderminster North and East and the information provided to us by residents can be essential in taking action to make a difference where you live.

In Cookley we have had reports of youths on e-bikes and scooters, going along Lea Lane and riding onto the playing fields causing damage to the grass. These are reported to be in groups of up to 20, mostly male but some females with them. One male has blonde curly hair with a little scar on his face. If you know who any of this group may be you can call crime stoppers on 0800 555 111 where your call will be anonymous, or you can email Kidderminster North Safer Neighbourhood Team at kidderminsternorth.snt@westmercia.police.uk please quote incident reference 00462_I_16042025

There has also been reports from The Crescent, Cookley where a quad bike and e-scooters are being ridden anti socially reference 00356_I_16042025 relates.

TO NOTE: Electrical scooters (e-scooters) come under the category of “powered transporters”. This covers a range of personal transport devices that are powered by a motor. E-Scooters are classed as motor vehicles under the Road Traffic Act 1988, meaning that the rules that apply to motor vehicles also apply to e-scooters, including the need to have a licence and insurance. It is not currently possible to get insurance for privately owned e-scooters, meaning it is illegal to use them on a road or in public spaces, such as parks, street pavements and shopping centres. If you are caught using an e-scooter that is privately owned in public you risk the vehicle being seized under section 165 of the Road Traffic Act 1988 for having no insurance

On Offmore & Comberton we have received reports of 3 male youths on bikes and a scooter who were verbally abusive, swearing and intimidating outside the shops on Offmore. 

We are appealing to the public to send us any cctv footage of these individuals involved so that we can take appropriate action. Anti Social Behaviour reports will also be shared with the council and relevant housing association, as this may be a breach of their tenancy.

Some ASB incidents might be an issue for your local council so it may be useful to know to who contact.

Here are some examples of ASB that we want to know about:

Here are some examples of ASB that isn’t a police matter and your local council could be informed on:

Full guidance on ASB and the different types can be found here: Antisocial behaviour | West Mercia Police

Or you can find your local council here: Find your local council - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Should you have any concerns about potential ASB, or are experiencing ASB where you live, please contact your local council or if necessary report it to us: Report antisocial behaviour | West Mercia Police

In an emergency, if you or your property are at risk, or a crime is in progress call 999.

If you aren’t comfortable contacting us directly, you can pass on information anonymously to the independent charity, Crimestoppers, by calling 0800 555 111 or by visiting their website: www.crimestoppers-uk.org

Thank you for your help. It is only by the police and the public working together that we can prevent and detect crime.