North Yorkshire Police issue warning ahead of half-term break
Parents and carers are being reminded to ensure they know where their children are during the break.
Last updated 14th Feb 2022
Ahead of the break up for half-term on Friday (18th) North Yorkshire Police has reminded parents and carers ensure they know what their children are up to.
Their Neighbourhood Policing Teams have made plans to deal with any issues in anti-social behaviour.
Assistant Chief Constable Lindsey Butterfield said: “During the school holidays we tend to see an increase in complaints of anti-social behaviour where children and young people are identified as being responsible.
“While the minority maybe causing issues, we find that most youngsters we speak to are polite and respectful and are simply enjoying being with their friends.
“To be clear, we will not move kids on who are not causing issues. Their presence alone is not an issue in most circumstances.
“However, some youngsters can find themselves getting drawn into anti-social behaviour, including street drinking or intimidating residents by gathering in large groups and being disruptive.
“Our policing teams will respond to such issues and will use powers to disperse these groups if necessary.
“Any behaviour that spills over into criminal acts such as criminal damage or assaults will be treated very seriously and offenders can expect to face action.
“As a preventative measure, we are urging parents and carers to work with us over half-term and make sure you know where your children are going to be and what they are doing.”
The force have said if a child is caught, they are at risk of:
-Their details could be logged on the local police system
-They may be investigated for any subsequent criminal offences
-They could end up being charged with a criminal offence
-They could be putting themselves in danger