Police have been out in force in Bolton as officers crack down on anti-social behaviour (ASB). Officers have been patrolling ASB "hotspots" in the town centre as part of the work. The force has also been working with partners to "offer diversionary activities to prevent persons engaging in ASB".
READ NEXT > Teen 'splashed someone' by throwing meat cleaver at man fleeing town centre park READ NEXT > Group 'chose to victimise' elderly wheelchair user in her own home A police spokesperson said: "The Bolton town centre neighbourhood team are proactively patrolling hotspots for anti-social behaviour (ASB). "PC Bowles has visited the Market Place as part of his patrols this week, and officers will continue to patrol each day across Bolton town centre. "We are working closely with our partners to offer diversionary activities to prevent persons engaging in ASB, and will be dealing with those who continue to be a detriment to our community.
"Feel free to stop us for a chat if you see us out and about.".