Drug related violence amongst homeless community - Centred on Cathederal Piazza and environs.
Aim is to reduce drug related crime. Officers will target the areas during their regular patrols, Stop and search individuals where applicable.
The above is the main area of complaint for the ward and significantly impacts community confidence
Actions from Police and community parties are ongoing under Operation LERIKI

Additional Patrols and liaison with charities providing assistance to homeless people.
Additional police resources being obtained.

Targeting ASB committed by homeless community across Vincent Square Ward. Police to use Community Protection Notices and other legislation in partnership with Westminster Council.

Further patrols necessary to identify new individuals and provide engagement, support and signposting into services and enforcement where necessary.

The majority of offences are committed along Victoria Street and often by the homeless community stealing items such as food or other items which can be sold for profit.

Enhanced patrols around Victoria street and education of stores regarding crime prevention. Encouraging stores to report shoplifting and not take a passive stance where offences are committed.