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Hull Buses Get Tougher Anti-Crime Patrols
12 Feb
Summary
- Council officers and police will patrol buses during evenings.
- A video shows consequences of damaging buses to educate youth.
- Parents of young offenders may receive visits from officers.
Hull City Council is implementing a more stringent crackdown to combat antisocial behaviour on city buses. This initiative involves joint foot patrols by council officers and Humberside Police during evening hours and in areas identified as crime hotspots.
The intensified measures come in response to escalating concerns regarding disruptive conduct and criminal damage perpetrated by young individuals on the bus network. Councillor Ted Dolman emphasized the right of all citizens to travel safely, free from antisocial and criminal threats.
To educate young people, a video depicting the real-life consequences of actions like throwing bricks through bus windows has been produced and shown to school pupils. The council also plans to engage parents or guardians of young offenders, offering support to help them understand the local impact of their children's behaviour.
These proactive tactics have reportedly led to a significant decrease in antisocial behaviour incidents on Hull's buses in recent years, according to Councillor Dolman. The managing director of Stagecoach East Midlands expressed hope that this collaboration will deter such behaviour and ensure pleasant journeys for all passengers.
