Bringing Nottingham's masked kids home to their mums

Parents in Nottingham could face criminal and civil consequences if they fail to control their children amid a major police crackdown on anti-social behaviour in the city centre.

Nottinghamshire Police says children as young as 10 are already known to officers, with some repeatedly linked to disorder, intimidation and criminal damage.

LBC was given access to officers on patrol in Nottingham as part of Operation View, a dedicated response targeting youth anti-social behaviour in the city centre.

Police say the problems include youngsters climbing onto the roofs of empty buildings, throwing stones, eggs and water at members of the public, harassing shop staff and gathering in large groups while wearing balaclavas.

Read more here: https://www.lbc.co.uk/article/police-tackle-anti-social-youths-5HjdYp6_2/

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