Stainsby Hill

Drug dealing and youth related anti-social behaviour

Police have responded to multiple reports of drug-related activity across the Stockton (outer) wards and achieved a series of significant outcomes throughout January.

On the 10 January, officers from outer Stockton neighbourhoods arrested a 26-year-old man, who was subsequently charged and remanded for being concerned in the supply of cocaine and spice. He is currently in prison, awaiting sentencing.

On the 17 January, officers were conducting plain clothes patrols in Thornaby when they have witnessed a male on a Surron bike dealing drugs. The officers have managed to detain the man before he could make off. Over £2,500 worth of class A drugs were located on the man, and his bike was seized. The suspect was charged and remanded for a number of offences.

On the 18 January, officers have pursued a vehicle in the Thornaby area, the vehicle has then crashed – subsequent area searches have led police to a 40-year-old male who was arrested on possession of class A with intent to supply and was remanded.

On 25 January, officers have stopped and searched a vehicle and located six wraps of cocaine on the driver. A further search of his home address was conducted and a large amount of MDMA was located – the suspect was arrested and bailed pending further enquiries.

On 27 January, officers have stopped and searched a 55-year-old man. He was found to be in possession of crack cocaine and arrested for possession with intent to supply. He was interviewed and bailed pending further enquiries.

Later on the same day, officers have then conducted arrest attempts on Eggleston Terrace in Stockton, for a man connected with a drugs line. When officers have attended the property, drugs have been thrown onto the roof and with the assistance of Cleveland Fire Brigade, an ounce of crack cocaine was recovered. A 25-year-old man and a 19-year-old-man were both arrested and remanded into custody and are due to appear in court on 28 January.

Police continue to encourage members of the public to report any information relating to drug dealing or associated activity within their area. All intelligence received will be assessed, corroborated where possible, and used to support enforcement action and the safeguarding of vulnerable individuals.

Anti Social Behaviour by Youths

Issue
Youth related anti social behaviour continues to affect residents and businesses, particularly complaints of disorder, intimidation, nuisance behaviour, criminal damage, and low level violence. Without early intervention, this behaviour risks escalating into more serious offending.
What We Will Do
•High visibility patrols in identified hotspots to deter offending and reassure communities.
•Targeting repeat locations and individuals through intelligence led tasking.
•Use of enforcement tools, including:
oCommunity Protection Notices (CPNs)
oCriminal Behaviour Orders (CBOs)
oTenancy enforcement where appropriate
•Early intervention and prevention, working closely with:
oYouth services
oSchools
oFamilies
oCommunity and voluntary organisations
•Problem solving with partners to address the underlying causes of youth ASB, including vulnerability, lack of engagement, and peer influence.

Desired Outcomes
•Reduction in youth related ASB
•Improved behaviour in public and residential spaces
•Prevention of escalation into serious crime
•Increased reassurance for residents and businesses

Retail Crime (Shoplifting)

Issue
Retail crime, particularly shoplifting, remains a concern, especially within Central Stockton. A small number of prolific offenders often cause disproportionate harm and are frequently linked to substance misuse and wider ASB.

What We Will Do
•Targeting prolific and repeat offenders through offender management and intelligence led patrols.
•High visibility patrols in retail areas to deter offending and reassure staff and shoppers.
•Positive action against offenders, including arrest, bail conditions, and court outcomes.
•Partnership working with retailers, sharing information to strengthen prevention and reporting.
•Addressing root causes, including links to drug misuse and vulnerability, alongside enforcement.

Desired Outcomes
•Reduction in shoplifting and repeat offending
•Improved safety and wellbeing of retail staff
•Increased confidence in reporting
•Safer and more welcoming retail environments