High-visibility patrols will continue to be deployed across Nottingham city centre this week in the wake of three knife-related incidents.
A significant police presence will remain in the city’s hotspot areas to offer further reassurance to the public.
The patrols – both uniformed and plain-clothed – have already contributed to a reduction in crime across the city centre. They have also been supported by Nottingham City Council’s Community Protection Officers, who have carried out more than 100 patrols, including across the tram network.
The police patrols were deployed last week following mounting public concern over three incidents that occurred within a few days. Officers have already made a significant number of arrests in connection with all three incidents, with several individuals charged and appearing before the courts.
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Patrols have also targeted individuals believed to be entering the city centre armed with knives, through stop-and-search operations. This has resulted in three arrests and charges for possession of a bladed article, including a lock knife, a pocket knife, and a kitchen knife.
Officers have also arrested a number of people for possession of drugs or possession with intent to supply, as knife crime and drug-related offences are often interlinked.
Four dispersal orders were issued to individuals likely to cause problems in the city, prohibiting them from returning to the area for 48 hours. Breaching this order can result in arrest.
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