Wiltshire Police have implemented a Section 35 dispersal order in Swindon town centre following significant antisocial behaviour on the evening of 18 February.
The order is in place from midday today (19/02) until midnight, giving officers full dispersal powers to require anyone suspected of engaging in antisocial behaviour or disorder to leave the specified area.
Police say they received multiple reports from members of the public about a group of youths in the town centre. The group is believed to have been aggressive towards staff at McDonald’s, as well as towards members of the public and another shop owner.
A Police Community Support Officer (PCSO) and a member of the public were also assaulted during the disorder. Officers are appealing for the member of the public who was assaulted to come forward.
Two people have been arrested in connection with the incident. Officers are reviewing bodyworn camera footage and CCTV to identify any further offenders.
Swindon Inspector Jamie Brown said police understood the distress caused to workers, shoppers and residents and warned that anyone found engaging in antisocial behaviour would be dealt with “swiftly and robustly”.
Anyone who was assaulted, or who has information about the disorder, is asked to call 101 quoting reference 54260020376.
