Dispersal Order introduced in Netherton

We have introduced a Dispersal Order in Netherton tonight, following recent incidents of crime and disorder in the Marian Square area.

The order will run for 48 hours, from 7pm tonight, Wednesday 20 May, until 6:59pm on Friday 22 May.

The order comes under Section 35 of the Anti‑Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014, which gives police officers and police community support traffic officers the power to direct people they suspect are causing, or are likely to cause, crime, nuisance or anti‑social behaviour to members of the public to leave a designated area and not return for up to 48 hours. Should a person who has previously been directed to leave the area return, an offence would be committed, which they may ultimately be arrested for. 

One male, aged 15, has been arrested this evening, on suspicion of Breach of the peace, and was taken home.

The dispersal zone covers the areas within, including and bounded by Marian Way, St Oswald’s Lane, Peterborough Drive and Eden Vale.

Inspector Phil Cowin said: “This Dispersal Order is a response to recent incidents, including groups of youths intimidating and threatening people in the area, which I know from speaking to people tonight has led to businesses and residents being in fear. We will support them and use all available powers to tackle these issues in our communities. Officers will stay in the area to provide reassurance to businesses, visitors and residents alike.

“We can’t do this work alone, so I also want to take this opportunity to remind parents and guardians of the importance of knowing where your child is and what they are up to. No parent wants a knock on their door from a police officer informing them that their child has been arrested or even been involved in a serious accident. I am sure those parents and guardians would not want to be on the receiving end of such disgraceful behaviour.

“If you witness any anti-social behaviour or have any information about such incidents, please contact or speak to our officers and we will continue to take action.”

Anyone who wishes to report anti-social or criminal behaviour can contact @MerPolCC, 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. Always call 999 in an emergency.

Anyone with information on antisocial behaviour in their area is asked to contact Merseyside Police social media desk via X or Facebook @MerPolCC.

You can also report information via our website: Report a crime | Merseyside Police or call 101. Alternatively, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111, or via their website here: Giving information | Crimestoppers . In an emergency always call 999.