Vehicle Seized Under ASB Powers in Kentish Town South

Officers from the Kentish Town South Safer Neighbourhood Team have seized a vehicle under Section 59 of the Police Reform Act 2002 following multiple reports from concerned local residents.

The vehicle had been reported on several occasions for being driven in a manner contrary to Section 3 of the Road Traffic Act 1988, relating to careless and inconsiderate driving. The manner of use was causing alarm, distress and annoyance to members of the public.

What is Section 59?

For those unfamiliar with Section 59, it is a power that allows police to take action against drivers who use vehicles in an anti-social manner. Where a vehicle is being driven carelessly, inconsiderately, or off-road, and that behaviour is causing nuisance or concern to the public, police can issue warnings and, where appropriate, seize the vehicle. The legislation is specifically designed to tackle anti-social vehicle use that impacts the safety and quality of life of local communities.

The vehicle, which was located by officers on Pandian Way, has now been removed and impounded. The owner will need to pay the associated recovery and storage charges for the privilege of using the Met's car pound.

Keeping Kentish Town South Safe. Together.

We are taking a zero-tolerance approach to incidents where vehicle use puts members of the public at risk or causes disruption within our area. 
Whether it is dangerous driving, anti-social use of vehicles, or behaviour that intimidates or inconveniences residents, we will use the powers available to us to take robust action.

A sincere thank you to everyone who reported their concerns. The information provided by the community was instrumental in enabling us to identify the issue and take positive action. 

Please continue to report incidents of anti-social or dangerous driving, as your information helps us keep Kentish Town South safe for everyone.

Get in Touch

We rely on information from our communities to help us tackle anti-social behaviour, dangerous driving, and crime. If you witness vehicles being driven in a manner that puts others at risk or causes nuisance in your neighbourhood, please tell us about it.

You can report incidents:

📞 By calling 101 for non-emergency police matters.

💻 Online via the Metropolitan Police website: www.met.police.uk

🕵️ Anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org. Crimestoppers is independent of the police and does not ask for your details.

🚨 In an emergency, or if there is an immediate risk to life or crime in progress, always call 999.