Police urge parents to ‘educate your children about right from wrong’ after anti-social behaviour in Shirebrook

Derbyshire Police’s Shirebrook safer neighbourhood team reported yesterday, February 23, how they were forced to stop two children due to their behaviour, during Derbyshire schools’ half-term holiday.

A team spokesman said: “One child was swerving his push bike in the road as cars were oncoming – safety advice given.

“One child was trying to damage a tree – child educated on behaviour.

“Parents, please engage and educate your children about right from wrong so that everyone can enjoy the half-term period.”

Officers from the Shirebrook SNT said any incidents can be reported using the following methods:

Facebook – send a private message to /DerbyshireConstabulary

Twitter – direct message the force’s contact centre on @DerPolContact

Website – complete the online contact form

Phone – call 101, or 999 in an emergency

You can also anonymously contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.

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