Youth Groups Accused of Terrorizing Wisbech Businesses, Police Action Urged

Wisbech businesses face problems from some young people. These groups cause trouble, says a local official. Councillor Steve Tierney mentions specific incidents. Someone set a fire at a shop. Bricks were thrown at people at a hotel.

Fenland District Council met on February 24. Council members urged police to act fast about this. Police say they’re working on the anti-social behavior. Cambridgeshire Constabulary stated they made arrests and increased police presence in Wisbech.

Tierney said that groups on bikes cause problems. This has happened before, but the latest is escalating now. He said they ride e-scooters and bikes. They allegedly terrorize businesses and people in the market.

He claims some businesses are targets of intimidation. Fires got set at shop doors. Tables and chairs got smashed. People at a hotel got bricks and eggs thrown at them. He claimed the group used racist language.

Tierney believes the group causes trouble deliberately. He is not happy with the police work so far. He hopes police are doing things behind the scenes. Businesses and residents are unhappy with the police response.

Chris Boden is the district council leader. He will ask the chief executive to contact the police. He wants the police to urgently address it. Residents expect police when serious incidents occur. He is disappointed police have not stopped this.

Inspector Michael Basford responded to those concerns. He said tackling anti-social behavior matters to them. They will work with the council to act. He mentions they arrested people and boosted their presence.

Police identified others involved in antisocial behavior. Officers visited them and set rules. He understands the worry this behavior creates. He wants people to report all incidents to the police; this helps them direct their action.

Call 999 to report emergencies to the police. Call 101 to report non-emergencies to police. People can use their website to contact them.