Section 60 Order in Walton

A Section 60 Order has been introduced in Walton giving officers additional powers to search suspects so people can feel safe where they live. 

The order will be in place from 5pm today, Saturday 15 March, and will stay active until 4.59pm tomorrow, Sunday 16 March. This order has been introduced to prevent incidents of disorder and criminality.

The Order, under S60 of the Criminal Justice and Public Order Act 1994, gives officers enhanced powers to stop and search individuals in the area and is designed to minimise serious violence.

The area in Walton incorporates the area bounded by Queens Drive, Breeze Hill, Brewster Street, Commercial Road, Lambeth Road, Foley Street, Kearsley Street, Everton Valley, Walton Breck Road, Arkles Road, Arkles Lane, Utting Avenue and Queens Drive.

Inspector Aly Keogh said: “The Section 60 will give us the powers needed to stop and search people in the area, and our officers will be out tonight to ensure there is a highly visible police presence to reassure communities in Walton.

“These are one of a number of measures we are taking to disrupt those who would assault or attack anyone in the area. 

“Such action isn’t about bothering anyone going about their daily business or preventing young people from meeting with friends. It’s simply about taking action to reduce violence and make sure that everyone can feel safe where they live. 

“Patrols have also been stepped up to reassure our residents so if you have any information on any offences in the area please speak with our officers.”

Anyone with information about criminality and disorder is asked to DM @MerPolCC, message ‘Merseyside Police Contact Centre on Facebook’.

You can also pass information anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. Always call 999 if a crime is in progress.