Drug supply

Drug supply has been identified as a Sector Priority.

Drug supply, whether through County Lines or as part of a Dangerous Drug Network is a contributory factor in criminality and health and social issues nationally.

All officers are to make full use of their stop and search powers and deal robustly with offences where discovered.

Neighbourhood Team to continue executing search warrants and conducting investigations at target addresses and on individuals.

Shoplifting

Persistent shoplifting has been identified as a Sector Priority. Prolific shoplifters are to be targeted and dealt with robustly. 

Persistent Anti social behaviour

Persistent ASB has been identified as a Sector Priority across all areas of Launceston Sector.

Patrol and Neighbourhood Officers are to focus on hot-spot areas which are identified areas with an evidenced cluster of crime and ASB.

Officers to make use of ASB, Stop and Search and Dispersal Powers if necessary.