MULTI-AGENCY RESPECT WEEK IN ANFIELD

THE Multi-Agency resect Week will ran over the 2 March  2009 to 6 March 2009, within the Anfield Breckfield Ward. The multi-agency operation called 'Respect' included activity from the TV Licensing, HM Court Warrant Service, Scottish Power Revenue Protection Unit, Making WAVES Project, and City Watch Patrol and Response officers along with Merseyside Police. The operation was carried out as part of an on-going tactic to respond to complaints received from the community on crime issues that affect their quality of life.

The operation focused on drug dealing and drug use, seizing unlawful, untaxed vehicles, targeting individuals who had failed to pay outstanding fines, visiting addresses to ensure no unlawful use of televisions and a roads policing operation targeting the anti-social/criminal use of motor vehicles.

During the operation:-

7 people were arrested for various offences including money laundering and possession of Class A drugs with intent to supply

2 vehicles were seized

11 prosecutions for TV Licensing

£997 was recovered in unpaid fines

Numerous addresses were visited and vehicles stopped for committing road traffic offences

5 Endorsable and Non-endorsable Fixed Penalty Notices were given to drivers for either speeding or using a mobile phone whilst driving

4 drivers summonsed for road traffic offences.

Over £1000 in cash was seized

5 drug warrants were carried out at different addresses, during which officers uncovered quantities of Class A (half a kg Cocaine) and Class B drugs, a knuckleduster, a friction baton and spent shotgun rounds.

People who have been a victim of crime were also visited by police to either update them on their case or to offer reassurance and crime prevention advice, providing Total Care for Victims.

Merseyside Police Inspector Debra Rayment told us that:- "We have recieved very positive feedback about this operation from residents in the area. Showing the public we listen to their concerns and respond to them is vital to increase their feelings of safety and to ensure we continue to receive intelligence. People's quality of life can be affected by many things including drug use and dealing, anti-social behaviour and speeding vehicles. By joining forces with other agencies we are able to tackle problems of a much wider scale and ensure the results are lasting. This is part of our Total War on Crime, a constant cycle of policing operations to ensure the public across Merseyside feel and remain safe."

Anyone wishing to provide information regarding crime or drugs activity can contact Merseyside Police by calling 0151 709 6010.

Alternatively, if you wish to give information anonymously, you can telephone Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. Crimestoppers is a charity independent of the police and you won't be asked your name.

Steven Gerrard at North Sefton Magistrates Court Update

AS Southport gets ready for a barrage of international, national and local media attention over the upcoming appearance of Mr Steven Gerrard at North Sefton Magistrates Court on on Friday, 20 March 2009, Merseyside Police have informed us that in regards to the alleged assault in the Lounge Bar, Bold Street, Southport, on Monday, 29 December 2008, a number of media outlets have reported that the victim of the assault was a DJ in the bar. Merseyside Police has now confirmed that:- "for reporting purposes this is incorrect and has caused significant issues for the actual DJ in the club and the premises. The victim was, in fact, a customer in the club that night and is not connected to the club at all."

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 Graffiti artwork created by Liverpool's homeless

A PHOTOGRAPH of a giant mural of the Liverpool skyline flanked by a Hawaiian sunset is the centrepiece of a new exhibition created by homeless people.  The giant four metre artwork, which has been painted on to the wall at a women’s hostel, was created for the Free Hand graffiti art project. It was commissioned in conjunction with the Whitechapel Centre, a dedicated service for the city’s homeless and those at risk of being without a home.

Around 50 people took part in the two month project, which was designed to allow participants to express themselves creatively.

A selection of 30 poster-sized pieces from the project is still on display at Kensington Library A PHOTOGRAPH of a giant mural of the Liverpool skyline flanked by a Hawaiian sunset is the centrepiece of a new exhibition created by homeless people. 

The giant four metre artwork, which has been painted on to the wall at a women’s hostel, was created for the Free Hand graffiti art project.

It was commissioned in conjunction with the Whitechapel Centre, a dedicated service for the city’s homeless and those at risk of being without a home.

Councillor Marilyn Fielding, Executive Member for Safer, Stronger Communities said:- “I am really pleased that the work that the homeless community have put together is going on display. I would urge people to go along and have a look at the thought-provoking artwork, which gives a remarkable insight into the lives of people who for whatever reason find themselves without a home.”

The people who have created the artwork worked with a professional art tutor from Zap Graffiti Arts, and some have expressed an interest in continuing with it.

David Carter, Chief Executive of the Whitechapel Centre, said:- “We are really pleased with the success of the graffiti art project, which has given people who are homeless an opportunity to demonstrate their talents in a fun and supportive environment. As well as supporting individuals who are in crisis, the Whitechapel Centre aims to help people experiencing homelessness re-build confidence, self-esteem and social skills. Our programme of meaningful activities is an integral part of the many services we offer.”