Over the past 12 days, special constables from the North East Support Team have worked closely with Leith community officers.
Significant foot patrols have been carried out in Leith Walk and surrounding areas, and officers have checked licensed premises, and engaged with the local community.
Leith Community Police Sergeant Paul Gray said: “As we approach the summer months, we have been seeing an increase in anti-social behaviour in and around Leith Walk. This includes the illegal use of e-bikes and e-scooters on public footpaths.
“In response, your local community policing team, supported by our dedicated Special Constables, have been undertaking proactive patrols in the area. Please be reassured by their presence over the coming weekends.”
Special Constable Butler from NEST said: ‘The success of the ongoing work demonstrates the capability and professionalism of Special Constables and how they can assist in delivering high impact policing to communities particularly at peak times.’
Here are some of their results,
Five vehicles were seized, including three e-scooters.
One individual was arrested and charged with breach of bail/drug supply offences, and cash seized.
Nine stop and searches were conducted for drugs, resulting in the recovery of Class A and B drugs in 6 cases.
Three stolen property searches conducted resulting in stolen property being recovered on three occasions. One individual who was found with stolen property remains in police custody as was found to be a wanted person.
One individual was arrested for nine outstanding court warrants which relate to shoplifting and theft.
One driver was arrested and charged for being 4.5 times over the legal drink drive limit. An unrestrained infant was found within the vehicle, leading to immediate safeguarding measures being implemented by the attending officers for the young child.
Twelve road traffic offences detected from no insurance through to mobile phone use.
