Drugs and antisocial behaviour operation carried out in Dundee

Police in Dundee have carried out a proactive operation targeting antisocial behaviour and drugs misuse in the Hilltown area, as part of the NPCC Response Policing Week of Action.

The operation took place on Tuesday, 25 June, 2024, as officers from Downfield Community Policing Team, Operation Argonite and the Divisional Licensing Team were joined by Dundee Local Area Commander Chief Inspector Colin Echevarria.

As a result of the operation, three people were arrested for outstanding warrants and will appear at Dundee Sheriff Court on Wednesday, 26 June.

One further male, aged 16, was arrested and charged for a number of offences, including possession of knife, resisting arrest, and drugs offences. He will be reported to the Procurator Fiscal in due course.

A number of other individuals were stopped and searched, and found to be in possession of small amounts of controlled drugs. They will be reported for drugs offences in due course.

Seven licensed premises, including off-licenses and nail bars, were visited and had guidance provided in relation to a number of offences.

Chief Inspector Colin Echevarria said: “Our Response and Community officers play a crucial role in maintaining public safety and fostering community wellbeing on a daily basis.

“This excellent work includes patrolling neighbourhoods to deter crime, responding swiftly to emergencies and engaging with the community to build trust. Officers often go above and beyond in the course of their duties and this sometimes goes unrecognised.

“I would like to take this opportunity to thank all our staff serving communities in Dundee for the difficult work they are doing.

“We would encourage anyone with any concerns about criminality in their communities to please come forward and call 101, so our officers can carry out enquiries and take the necessary action.”