Greater Manchester Police is implementing a Section 34 dispersal order for 48 hours, effective from 2pm on Saturday, March 7, to 2pm on Monday, March 9, according to police. A Section 34 dispersal order allows officers to exclude a person or people from an area for up to 48 hours through written notice. The aim of the dispersal order is to minimize behavior contributing to, or likely to contribute to, anti-social behavior, crime, or disorder in the area.
These measures are in place to prevent further disorder and ensure the safety of those living, working, and visiting the area, according to Neighbourhood Inspector Sam Davies from GMP's Wigan and Leigh district. Police have identified a number of individuals connected to these incidents already and are in the process of establishing the identity of others, Davies said. Police will not tolerate antisocial behavior and will take robust action against anyone involved, he added.
These powers are crucial to preventing any further offences from taking place, Davies stated. There will be extra patrols in the area during this time, according to Davies. The dispersal order is contained within specific boundaries in Bolton, including streets such as Windermere Road, Chester Street, Hope Street, Henrietta Street, Church Street, Charles Street, Chapel Street, Leigh Road, A572, A578, Parsonage Retail Park, St Helens Road, and Twist Lane.
The specific incidents or anti-social behavior that prompted the dispersal order have not been disclosed. uk, quoting log 1350 of March 5. Alternatively, members of the public can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.