Shoppers and businesses in Thetford will benefit from increased police patrols and action to tackle anti-social behaviour in the town centre throughout this summer.
Thetford is among more than 500 towns across the UK taking part in the Safer Streets summer initiative, which will see officers on patrol during peak times, alongside efforts from councils and other local organisations.
As well as a visible police presence, the campaign includes new measures to prevent and enforce against crime such as shoplifting and vandalism, while also aiming to support young people with holiday activities across participating towns.
A new Tackling Retail Crime Together Strategy is also being rolled out to help police and retailers work together using shared data. The aim is to disrupt not only organised crime groups but also individuals who repeatedly offend or steal to support addiction.
Local MP Terry Jermy welcomed the initiative, saying, “I welcome this crackdown, which will make a real difference to my constituents in Thetford and those who visit. We all deserve town centres to be free from anti social behaviour.”
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