Police ask locals to report their concerns on crime and anti social behaviour

The local Neighbourhood Policing Team in Newry are asking local people to report any concerns they have regarding crime and anti-social behaviour in their area. It's to help the service address local concerns.

Speaking on the request Sergeant Kenny Gracey said: “Local police provide communities across Newry, Mourne and Down with dedicated Neighbourhood and Local Policing Team officers and community support-hub officers, who deliver bespoke, community-focussed policing suited to the needs of the people they serve.

"Our skilled officers listen to, and work with, members of the public, community groups, wider partner agencies and local businesses, to reduce crime, protect the vulnerable and enhance community safety through problem-solving approaches and initiatives."

Sgt Gracey continued "It is important however that local people contact us and make us aware of the issues affecting their community so we can allocate our resources effectively and really address local concerns. The best way to do this is to report."

Police can be contacted in a non-emergency, by submitting a report online via http://www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/ or by calling 101. Their dedicated staff will make a record of your concerns and this information will then be used by the local officers, to inform our patrolling and the kinds of operations and initiatives police carry out in the local area.

Sgt Gracey concluded "Community input and engagement is key to ensuring we are tackling the issues that matter to you.”