The Special Constables in Wolverton has been playing a vital part in tackling anti-social behaviour in recent months which has had a positive impact with the community and seen the number of reports of anti-social behaviour fall.

The team have been involved in various anti-social behaviour operations across the area and more recently have been involved in speed enforcement initiatives.

Greenleys, Great Holm, Grange Farm, Shenleys and Stony Stratford have experienced high levels of visibility and anti-social behaviour operations taking place. This has included confiscation of alcohol from people under the age of 18 and the use of body-warn video by officers. The cameras help deter problematic behaviour and capture any anti-social behaviour which can help in the application of Anti-Social Behaviour Orders and inform parents what their children are up to when not under their supervision.

Wolverton Special Sgt Steve Brisley, said: “Our hours of work have been focused on Friday and Saturday nights. During this time we have been patrolling known areas of anti-social behaviour and dealing with any form of nuisance behaviour. The high visibility patrols have also helped deter any potential issues.

“Working along side the police officers and Police Community Support Officers we can help to continue to reduce crime and tackle the Neighbourhood Action Group (NAG) priorities including anti-social behaviour and make Wolverton a happier and safer place to live, work and visit.”

The Wolverton team consists of six Special Constables:
SC Deby Potten
SC Jane Gosney
SC Tom Clare
SC Jason Webb
SC Katie King
S Sgt Steve Brisley

Special Constables are volunteer police officers who give up their own time to help support the work of their local police force.

Special Constables have the same powers as regular officers and perform a range of policing duties under the supervision of, and supported by, regular officers.