Stop and search in place in parts of Cardiff to prevent "serious violence"
Its after a series of violent incidents and threats
Last updated 18th Jan 2022
Police in Cardiff have issued a stop and search, or Section 60 notice across a large swathe of the city.
The order gives officers the authority to stop and search anyone within the areas identified on the map.
The Section 60 Notice took effect from yesterday afternoon and will remain in place until 4.20pm today. (Tuesday 18th January).
Threat of serious violence
A statement from South Wales Police said it was down to violence and the threat of further violence:
“This decision has been taken after information has been provided following incidents in the locality where violence has been threatened or used.
“Section 60 is aimed at preventing serious violence, to find dangerous instruments or to apprehend persons carrying weapons There is a real concern that this matter could escalate.
“There will be an ongoing police presence in the area to provide reassurance to our communities.”
What a Section 60 notice means
The Notice authorises any Constable in uniform, within that locality to exercise the powers under Section 60 of the Criminal Justice and Public Order Act 1994:
• to stop and search any pedestrian, or anything carried by them for offensive weapons or dangerous instruments without good reason, or
• to stop and search any vehicle, its driver and any passenger, for offensive weapons or dangerous instruments.
The statement said:
“Anyone with any information with regard to those seeking violence and carrying weapons are asked to contact us by one of the following means or anonymously via Crimestoppers on 08090 555111.”
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