A neighbourhood sergeant says “robust action” will always be taken against anyone causing disorder in Nottingham city centre.
It comes as six boys were arrested after trespassers climbed onto the roof the former Debenhams store, in Long Row, at around 2pm yesterday (31 July).
A number of tiles and other projectiles were thrown from the roof.
Boys aged 12, 13, 13, 13, 13 and 14 were arrested on suspicion of criminal damage and public nuisance. They have since been questioned and bailed with conditions not to enter Nottingham city centre with the exception of attending a place of education and/or pre-arranged legal appointments.
Sergeant Jono Pothecary, of the City Centre Neighbourhood Policing Team, said:
“These individuals not only put themselves in significant danger but also put the public in significant danger.
“It is testimony to not just the police but all emergency services including East Midlands Ambulance Service’s Hazardous Area Response Team and Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service that attended this incident that thankfully no-one was seriously injured.
“There was significant disruption to those who live, work or visit our great city centre to enjoy the many social activities on offer. We thank you for your patience as we worked as safely and swifty as possible to bring this incident to a safe conclusion.
“As demonstrated in this instance, if you come to Nottingham and disrupt the lives of those who are going about their lawful business, you can absolutely expect us to take robust action against you as we will not let the few spoil our city for the many.”
@westbridgfordwirenews A neighbourhood sergeant says “robust action” will always be taken against anyone causing disorder in Nottingham City Centre. It comes as six boys were arrested after trespassers climbed onto the roof the former Debenhams store, in Long Row, at around 2pm yesterday (31 July). A number of tiles and other projectiles were thrown from the roof. Boys aged 12, 13, 13, 13, 13 and 14 were arrested on suspicion of criminal damage and public nuisance. They have since been questioned and bailed with conditions not to enter Nottingham City Centre with the exception of attending a place of education and/or pre-arranged legal appointments. Sergeant Jono Pothecary, of the City Centre Neighbourhood Policing Team, said: “These individuals not only put themselves in significant danger but also put the public in significant danger. “It is testimony to not just the police but all emergency services including East Midlands Ambulance Service’s Hazardous Area Response Team and Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service that attended this incident that thankfully no-one was seriously injured. “There was significant disruption to those who live, work or visit our great city centre to enjoy the many social activities on offer. We thank you for your patience as we worked as safely and swifty as possible to bring this incident to a safe conclusion. “As demonstrated in this instance, if you come to Nottingham and disrupt the lives of those who are going about their lawful business, you can absolutely expect us to take robust action against you as we will not let the few spoil our city for the many.” #nottingham ♬ original sound – West Bridgford Wire News
