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I wanted to provide an update regarding drug dealing / drug use, which some members around this area have highlighted as an issue of concern on the Met Engage priority survey. Help Keep Our Community Safe
There have been reports of drug dealing and drug use in the area.
This behaviour is illegal, harmful, and not welcome in our community.
❗ What Has Been Seen:
🔴 People dealing or exchanging drugs
🔴 Groups gathering and acting suspiciously
🔴 Drug use in public or shared areas
🔴 Increased litter such as small bags, foil or needles
🔴 Strangers coming and going at all hours
⚠️ WHY THIS IS SERIOUS
Drug-related activity can lead to:
❌ Crime and anti-social behaviour
❌ Danger to children and families
❌ Unsafe and unpleasant living conditions
❌ Fear and worry for residents
Everyone deserves to feel safe where they live.
🏠 KEEP OUR AREA RESPECTFUL
This is a place where people live, work, and raise families.
👉 Please:
- Do not take part in illegal activity
- Respect your neighbours and shared spaces
- Report anything suspicious
⚖️ ACTION IS BEING TAKEN
📢 These concerns have been reported to Met Engage
📢 Police and local teams may take further action
This could include:
Warnings and investigations
Patrols in the area
Arrests and legal action
📞 REPORT CONCERNS
If you see something suspicious, please report it:
Note the time, place, and what you saw
🔹 Call 999 if there is immediate danger
🔹 Call 101 for non-emergency reports
🤝 WORK TOGETHER
Let’s keep our neighbourhood clean, safe, and peaceful for everyone.
🚨 Say no to drugs. Protect your community. Stay safe.
 We are committed to tackling drug dealing wherever we find it. We will keep you updated on our efforts to do this in your area, but if you have any concerns or evidence, it is important you report this as soon as possible. If you ever experience this issue or have information regarding an incident, please report it using our online reporting tools at https://www.met.police.uk/, speak to an operator in our Force Communications Room via our online web chat or call the non-emergency number 101. Alternatively, you can stay 100% anonymous by contacting the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via their untraceable online form at crimestoppers-uk.org. We are working on our brand-new strategy for how we police London and we want your help. Our New Met for London: Phase 2 strategy will guide how we deliver on behalf of Londoners over the next three years. | 
