Three people in Workington have been given anti-social behaviour injunctions on Monday 16 June at Workington Magistrates’ court.
The injunctions were secured by the Allerdale Neighbourhood Policing Team and partners from the Local Focus Hub. The injunction follows increased confidence by communities over the last year to report incidents to police and partners.
Reece Weaver, 26, and Lauren Weaver, 27, of Windsor Road were given full injunctions.
Stephen Weaver, 49, also of Windsor Road was given an interim injunction.
The injunctions are in effect until a further order.
The conditions of the injunction are, they must not
- Engage in conduct which causes or is capable of causing a nuisance or annoyance to persons residing and/or lawfully visiting the locality know as Westfield Estate, Workington, Cumbria. As shown in mapped area in red.
- Enter any private land or garden without the occupier’s express permission
- Engage in any conduct which causes or is likely to cause harassment alarm or distress to any person
- Use any insulting language towards or threaten violence towards any person
- Cause any person to fear the infliction of harm
- Harm any person by the direct application of force against them
- Be under the influence of alcohol or drugs in public
- Have any open container of alcohol in a public place
Additionally, Stephen Weaver must not:
- Contact Westfield Housing Association or its employees by any means, directly,
indirectly or via a third party.
- Enter the area locality know as Westfield Estate, Workington, Cumbria. As shown in mapped area in red.
A police spokesperson said “We are pleased that the court has granted the injunctions, which will help to manage the individual’s behaviour and restrict their activities.
“If the conditions are ignored, they will face arrest. The courts also have greater powers to sentence any breach.
“This will hopefully bring some reassurance to our communities that we will take action against those engaging in anti-social behaviour.
“If you witness the conditions being breached, please report it to us.”
A spokesperson for Westfield Housing Association said “We welcome the outcome of this case and the collaborative efforts of the Police and Local Focus Hub.
"Anti-social behaviour has a damaging impact on communities, and these injunctions represent a positive step toward protecting the wellbeing of local residents.
"We remain committed to working with our partners to ensure our communities are a safe and supportive place for all who live here.”
Residents who are having any issues with this type of behaviour in their communities are encouraged to speak to their local Community Beat Officer or PCSO.
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Alternatively, issues can be reported via Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.
This work forms part of Operation Enhance - Cumbria Police's county-wide crackdown on anti-social behaviour (ASB) and serious violence.
On 30 June to 6 July, we will be supporting Anti-Social Behaviour week to raise awareness of what it is, how to report and the work of police and partners. This injunction highlights how partners work together to target issues within the community.