Over 300 reports of non-compliance with coronavirus rules were made to Police in Wiltshire between 11th and 17th January..
In total, the force received a total of 357 reports for non compliance of Covid related matters across the week.
Of these 357 reports, 104 warnings were issued and 21 fixed penalty notices given out.
Deputy Chief Constable Paul Mills said officers on patrol over the weekend had raised particular concern about the lack of social distancing.
He said: “Over the past week we have continued with our proactive policing patrols across the county.
“The teams who patrolled both Lydiard Park and Coate Water in Swindon raised concerns about people gathering in groups and failing to socially distance.
“While we appreciate that people need to get outdoors for exercise, we need to remind everyone that they shouldn’t be meeting groups of friends or sitting down for picnics.
“The law states that people can leave their homes to exercise, but the guidance says that this should be limited to once a day and that you should not travel outside your local area.
“Therefore, the onus is on everyone to take personal responsibility, such that they do not increase the risk of the spread of the virus. We would also ask the public to remember the importance of social distancing in public and to sensibly avoid places where it may be difficult to ensure a safe distance.”
Reports can be made via the Wiltshire Police website, with a number of breach categories available – including ‘stay at home’ breaches, self-isolation breaches and face coverings not being worn.
Police say you should only call 101 to tell them about Coronavirus breaches if you are unable to report online. If the threat is immediate or a crime is ongoing, please call 999.
