Operated by: Cumbria Constabulary

https://www.cumbria.police.uk/

Allerdale Police recently conducted a community survey for the Workington area and surrounding villages and wish to thank those who took the time to complete this.

One of the main issues raised was youth related anti-social behaviour in the Seaton area. Please be reassured that your local officers are aware of this issue and have been proactively patrolling the area over the last couple of weeks and will continue to do so. A number of youths have already been identified as a result.

Our local officers will continue to address these issues over the coming weeks, conducting hi visibility patrols in the specific areas, engaging with the local community and taking steps to identify any person contributing to this issue.

Please continue to report any incidents of crime or anti-social behaviour.

You can report online at www.cumbria.police.uk/report-it

Our online live chat function is a new service giving you an alternative way to communicate with a Police officer in real time. For more information, please visit www.cumbria.police.uk/report-it/101-live-chat

If a crime is in progress always call 999.

You can also phone 101.

Alternatively you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Contact Details

Twitter: https://x.com/Allerdalepolice

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AllerdalePolice/

Address: Hall Brow Workington CA14 4AP

Current Priorities

Issue

Youths riding off road bikes in the areas of Moorclose, Westfield, Salterbeck, Oldside

Action

High visibility and plain clothes patrols to be carried out in the areas identified as hotspot locations.

Presence to be advertised via social media for public reassurance.

Work with partner agencies to address issues long term.

Positive action will be taken to deter offenders from committing offences and to proactively deal with those identified as committing offences or being involved.

WE DID:-
Over the past month 3 males have been arrested for offences relating to theft of bikes, attempt theft of a pedal cycle, going equipped, possession of Cannabis, burglary and theft from business premises. All 3 are on bail with conditions.

WE DID:
Continue to provide hi visibility patrols at prevalent times to address this issue and deal proactively with those responsible whilst supporting victims of crime

WE DID:
Conducted Stop Searches

WE DID:
Conducted a bike marking event on 14th March at Workington Leisure Centre for members of the public to attend. Anyone who is interested in this scheme please contact Allerdale NPT

WE DID:
Utilised the Police drone to identify those individuals using off road bikes. One male was stopped by police, had his bike seized and was found in possession of Cannabis.

We are aware that this issue is ongoing and will continue to address these issues over the coming months.

We encourage members of the public to report such incidents to police

Issue

YOU SAID: Reports of youths involved in acquisitive crime, going equipped to steal and carrying weapons in the Workington area.

Action

WE DID: This is a priority the team are to address over the coming weeks and months with the following:-

High visibility and plain clothes patrols to be carried out in the areas identified as hotspot locations.

Presence to be advertised via social media for public reassurance.

Work with partner agencies to address issues long term.

Positive action will be taken to deter offenders from committing offences and to proactively deal with those identified as committing offences or being involved.

WE DID:-
Over the past month 3 males have been arrested for offences relating to theft of bikes, attempt theft of a pedal cycle, going equipped, possession of Cannabis, burglary and theft from business premises. All 3 are on bail with conditions.

WE DID:
Continue to provide hi visibility patrols at prevalent times to address this issue and deal proactively with those responsible whilst supporting victims of crime

WE DID:
Conducted Stop Searches

WE DID:
Conducted a bike marking event on 14th March at Workington Leisure Centre for members of the public to attend. Anyone who is interested in this scheme please contact Allerdale NPT

WE DID:
Utilised the Police drone to identify those individuals using off road bikes. One male was stopped by police, had his bike seized and was found in possession of Cannabis..

Issue

YOU SAID: Alcohol/drug related crime and anti-social behaviour.

Action

WE DID: Assist in setting up Workington Pub watch Scheme with landlords and partner agencies to reduce alcohol related crime and anti-social behaviour.

Engagement with Landlords of licensed premises and partner agencies.

To incorporate both preventative measures and enforcement tools to address issues in the community.

To enable members to communicate with each other about suspicious behaviour and those engaging in violent behaviour or ongoing incidents.

We are appealing for anyone who is interested in taking part in this scheme to make contact with Allerdale Neighbourhood policing team for further information on up and coming meetings to discuss this.

Upcoming Events

Police Drop-In

An opportunity for residents to call in and speak to Police about any issues they have, or just a friendly chat. There will be leaflets and useful contacts to take away, and everyone is encouraged to attend and meet local Police Community Support Officers.

Where: The Minto Centre Westfield

When: 12 May 2025 at 13:00 - 12 May 2025 at 14:00

Police Drop-In

An opportunity for residents to call in and speak to Police about any issues they have, or just a friendly chat. There will be leaflets and useful contacts to take away, and everyone is encouraged to attend and meet local Police Community Support Officers.

Where: The Oval Centre Workington

When: 13 May 2025 at 14:00 - 13 May 2025 at 15:00

Police Drop-In

An opportunity for residents to call in and speak to Police about any issues they have, or just a friendly chat. There will be leaflets and useful contacts to take away, and everyone is encouraged to attend and meet local Police Community Support Officers.

Where: The Minto Centre Westfield

When: 12 June 2025 at 13:00 - 12 June 2025 at 14:00

Police Drop-In

An opportunity for residents to call in and speak to Police about any issues they have, or just a friendly chat. There will be leaflets and useful contacts to take away, and everyone is encouraged to attend and meet local Police Community Support Officers.

Where: The Oval Centre Workington

When: 19 June 2025 at 11:00 - 19 June 2025 at 12:00

Drop ins with Riverside

Drop ins with Riverside

Where: Oval Centre

When: 2 July 2025 at 10:00 - 2 July 2025 at 12:00

Police Drop-In

An opportunity for residents to call in and speak to Police about any issues they have, or just a friendly chat. There will be leaflets and useful contacts to take away, and everyone is encouraged to attend and meet local Police Community Support Officers.

Where: The Minto Centre Westfield

When: 14 July 2025 at 14:00 - 14 July 2025 at 15:00

Police Drop-In

An opportunity for residents to call in and speak to Police about any issues they have, or just a friendly chat. There will be leaflets and useful contacts to take away, and everyone is encouraged to attend and meet local Police Community Support Officers.

Where: The Minto Centre Westfield

When: 12 August 2025 at 14:00 - 12 August 2025 at 15:00

Police Drop-In

An opportunity for residents to call in and speak to Police about any issues they have, or just a friendly chat. There will be leaflets and useful contacts to take away, and everyone is encouraged to attend and meet local Police Community Support Officers.

Where: The Oval Centre Workington

When: 20 August 2025 at 14:00 - 20 August 2025 at 15:00

Police Drop-In

An opportunity for residents to call in and speak to Police about any issues they have, or just a friendly chat. There will be leaflets and useful contacts to take away, and everyone is encouraged to attend and meet local Police Community Support Officers.

Where: The Oval Centre Workington

When: 11 September 2025 at 14:00 - 11 September 2025 at 15:00

Police Drop-In

An opportunity for residents to call in and speak to Police about any issues they have, or just a friendly chat. There will be leaflets and useful contacts to take away, and everyone is encouraged to attend and meet local Police Community Support Officers.

Where: The Minto Centre Westfield

When: 18 September 2025 at 10:00 - 18 September 2025 at 11:00

Drop ins with Riverside

Drop ins with Riverside

Where: Oval Centre

When: 1 October 2025 at 10:00 - 1 October 2025 at 12:00

Police Drop-In

An opportunity for residents to call in and speak to Police about any issues they have, or just a friendly chat. There will be leaflets and useful contacts to take away, and everyone is encouraged to attend and meet local Police Community Support Officers.

Where: The Minto Centre Westfield

When: 16 October 2025 at 12:00 - 16 October 2025 at 13:00

Police Drop-In

An opportunity for residents to call in and speak to Police about any issues they have, or just a friendly chat. There will be leaflets and useful contacts to take away, and everyone is encouraged to attend and meet local Police Community Support Officers.

Where: The Minto Centre Westfield

When: 11 November 2025 at 15:00 - 11 November 2025 at 16:00

Police Drop-In

An opportunity for residents to call in and speak to Police about any issues they have, or just a friendly chat. There will be leaflets and useful contacts to take away, and everyone is encouraged to attend and meet local Police Community Support Officers.

Where: The Oval Centre Workington

When: 16 December 2025 at 11:00 - 16 December 2025 at 12:00

Police Drop-In

An opportunity for residents to call in and speak to Police about any issues they have, or just a friendly chat. There will be leaflets and useful contacts to take away, and everyone is encouraged to attend and meet local Police Community Support Officers.

Where: The Minto Centre Westfield

When: 16 December 2025 at 13:00 - 16 December 2025 at 14:00