Police say they are aware of social media posts circulating linked to a national trend which is encouraging violence among pupils and referencing schools in Nottinghamshire.
Posts on TikTok, among others, list schools and dates where suggested fights take place.
In other areas of the UK, posts advertised a “north London war” between pupils from year seven to 11, naming schools on a “red side” against a “blue side”. Another promoted a “Hackney war” using images of weapons to bring, including knives, compasses and fireworks.
Other posts have promoted a points systems based on the harm done to opponents, urging participants to “be violent”.
A spokesperson said:
‘While we are continuing to closely monitor the situation and are taking this matter incredibly seriously, at this time we have not received any reported incidents of violence involving children in the city or county which are linked to this trend.
‘As a precautionary measure, we will have a heightened presence in several areas over the next few days which will include reassurance patrols at schools.
‘We are in close contact with schools and we are working with partners and other interested parties, while carrying out intelligence checks.
‘We will not tolerate violence and any incidents reported to us will be investigated accordingly.
‘Anyone involved in incidents of violence and disorder will be robustly dealt with.
‘As always, we would urge people to report any suspicious activity or concerns they have by calling us 101, contact us promptly or call 999 if a crime is in progress.’
