Concerns raised over youth anti-social behaviour in Devizes

Police have been dealing with reports of youth anti-social behaviour in Devizes <i>(Image: Getty Images)</i>
Police have been dealing with reports of youth anti-social behaviour in Devizes (Image: Getty Images)
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Police are urging parents to be more aware of what their children are doing following reports of anti-social behaviour in Devizes.

Officers have received reports about a group of children throwing eggs and flour around the town and at vehicles.

The group of youths have been seen around St John Church and Hillworth Road.

On one occasion, on December 19, police say an elderly woman was left frightened after eggs were thrown at her window at The Ark, Long Street.

They are urging anyone with concerns about anti-social behaviour to contact them on 101 on via the Wiltshire Police website.

A Wiltshire Police spokesperson said: "Do you know where your children are?

"We are urging parents to be aware of what their children are doing following reports that a group of children have been throwing eggs and flour around the town and at vehicles.

"They've been seen in the vicinity of St John Church and Hillworth Road.

"On December 19 an elderly lady was left frightened at The Ark, Long Street, after eggs were thrown at her window.

"If you have concerns about anti-social behaviour please let us know by calling 101 or through our website."

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