Over the past few months we have seen a steady rise in anti-social behaviour on the Great Shelford recreation ground, such as extensive littering near the pavilion (including discarded drug paraphernalia) and several attempts to start fires on the skateboard ramp and copse area. In addition, the skateboard ramp has sustained substantial damage that has necessitated its closure for several weeks while we conduct expensive repairs.
This behaviour is clearly unacceptable and potential dangerous to nearby residential properties. As a result, the parish council will be stepping up security in the area with increased police involvement and CCTV monitoring. Residents are encouraged to report any witnessed vandalism by calling 101 for the non-urgent police line, or 999 in the case of emergencies such as fires or violent crime.
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