More than 100 fines issued and cars seized in crackdown by police in Birmingham
The action followed concerns about illegal parking and anti-social behaviour on Ladypool Road and Alum Rock Road.
A crackdown on illegal parking and anti-social behaviour in part of Birmingham has seen more than 100 fines handed out and cars seized.
West Midlands Police, working with Birmingham City Council, took action over two days from 20 to 21 April.
The operation saw 36 Penalty Charge Notices (PCNs) issued on Alum Rock Road and 70 handed out on Ladypool Road over the two days.
Officers also arrested a person for possession of an offensive weapon, seized seven cars and issued 17 section 59 notices to drivers, which means their car may be seized if driven in an anti-social manner in the future.
It’s after residents raised concerns about illegal parking, anti-social driving, suspicious behaviour and litter in their area.
They reported car engines revving in the early hours and heavy traffic making it difficult for ambulances or fire engines to access particular areas.
Business owners also voiced frustrations around illegal traders popping up on the street causing them to lose business, with some reporting being threatened.
Officers from the police traffic unit joined with Parking Enforcement officers from the council to help keep traffic moving, clear pavements from illegal parking and deal with anti-social driving.
A total of 41 parking tickets were issued on Ladypool Road on 21 April.
Six people were also arrested following disorder in Small Heath during the holy month of Ramadan and the council has been gathering intelligence on illegal traders operating on the road.
Temporary Chief Inspector Kelly Monaghan, Birmingham Local Policing Area, said: “Dealing with issues that affect our communities and businesses is a priority for us.
“We have taken action, but are aware questions have been raised by some local people around timings and longer-term solutions.
“We know that this issue is a long-term problem and we are listening to feedback from the community and assessing the best way to move forward for next year.
“We’ll continue to work with partner agencies and colleagues at the local authority to deal with these issues.
“We want to be clear that criminal behaviour won’t be tolerated. For those spoiling what was is supposed to be a time of worship and celebration, we will follow up on any offences committed.”