Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary is supporting Anti-Social Behaviour Awareness Week, which starts today.
The national campaign aims to raise awareness of anti-social behaviour, encourage communities to take a stand and highlight the help available to people affected by it.
Anti-social behaviour, often referred to as ASB, is conduct that causes, or is likely to cause, harassment, alarm, distress, nuisance or annoyance to others.
It can take many forms and may also be linked to criminal offences.
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary says it understands the impact ASB can have on communities across the two counties and takes reports seriously.
The force says it works with partners throughout the year to address local issues.
Recent activity across the force area has included closure orders for nuisance properties, dedicated patrols and vehicle seizures as part of operations targeting anti-social vehicle use.
Police Sergeant Chris Collins, ASB, Business Crime and Problem-Solving, said:
“We have dedicated officers and teams in all areas and in recent weeks we have secured multiple closure orders, carried out countless dedicated patrols, and seized nuisance vehicles.
“But this work doesn’t stop. Throughout the summer will we continue to work with the local community and our partners to make your areas a safe place for people to live, work and visit.
“Unfortunately, we know that some people don’t report anti-social behaviour when they see it or experience it. Please know that every report you make helps us to take action, and we are better able to tackle these problems when people report what is happening within their community, so please tell us.”
Residents are being encouraged to report anti-social behaviour when they experience it or see it happening.
Reports can help police and partner agencies identify repeat issues, target patrols and take action where appropriate. In an emergency, always call 999.