Police cadets help to spread alcohol safety messages across Scarborough
It's to try and reduce youth alcohol-related crime and anti-social behaviour
Police and supermarkets in Scarborough are attempting to reduce youth alcohol-related crime and anti-social behaviour in the town.
It is part of the work by Scarborough CAP (Community Alcohol Partnership) in which Sainsbury's, Lidl and Tesco are partners in supporting the mission, along with other businesses, off licences, support groups, North Yorkshire County Council, Scarborough Borough Council and Scarborough secondary schools.
On Saturday (5th March), PC Dave Flinton from the town hall-based Community Impact Team took a group of North Yorkshire Police cadets across the town to spread the messages outside local businesses and supermarkets.
The cadets used washable and non-permanent spray paint to raise awareness about the work of the partnership, promoting responsible attitudes towards alcohol, a safer environment for all, and warning about the proxy purchase of alcohol for under 18s.
Police say anyone caught buying alcohol for children could get a £90 on-the-spot fine or end up in court with a criminal record and an unlimited fine.
Reporting incidents
Scarborough CAP is urging residents to report any incident related to underage drinking, including the supply of it by adults.
Please contact North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 1, and speak to the Force Control Room. Or email the local policing team at snascarborough@northyorkshire.police.uk.
Anti-social behaviour can also be reported to Scarborough Borough Council on 01723 383646.