Operated by: Metropolitan Police Service
https://www.met.police.uk/area/your-area/met/Southwark/Rye-LaneContact Details
Email: [email protected]
Current Priorities
Issue
Robbery - focus on Rye Lane and surrounding areas on the ward where robberies have been reported.
Action
Patrols have been increased in Rye Lane and we work closely with specialist units to identify perpetrators and take requisite action. recent operations have seen a reduction in offences.
Issue
Drug dealing - taking action on reports of drug dealing across the ward and also proactively tackling the issue. This includes proactive use of stop and search and developing intelligence working towards drus warrants and enforcement.
Action
Rye Lane is a priority ward and has seen an uplift of police officers present on the streets. Officers work with community partner organisations to engage with and identifying habitual drug users and guide them towards supporting services, alongside investigating the supply of drugs. An aim of this is a reduction in thefts, begging and anti-social behaviour.
Issue
Anti-social behaviour (ASB) - reduce all forms of ASB, including graffiti, aggressive begging, drug taking, street drinking, littering and drug taking.
Action
Patrols have increased across the ward and officers work in partnership with Southwark Council to tackle the issue. Engagement with local residents and business owners is ongoing.
Upcoming Events
Ward Panel meeting
A meeting of the panel members to discuss local concerns and to and set priorities for the local police team.
Where: MacDonalds Rye Lane
When: 23 April 2025 at 19:00 - 23 April 2025 at 20:00