Operation Dawntreader Tackles Drug Supply, Anti-Social Behaviour

0:00On March 8th, Rushcliff Neighborhood Policing Inspector Tim Cuffbert shared his March 2026 community update, starting with, Thanks 2. Everyone who joined the Lunar New Year event in February at Rushcliff Arena. Hundreds turned out, and police handed out loads of free items from their stand, nearly running out of stock. Teams have ramped up Operation Dawn Trader against drug supply, executing more than 12 search warrants around Bingham with help from Specialist, Support Units. The latest round led to two arrests for possession with intent to supply control drugs, and they're also backing housing providers to tackle. Tenancy issues tied to crime. A big win came in court recently, where Tyler Riley got eight years in prison, plus six years on extended license for burglary, with intent to commit a sexual offense. Local response, neighborhood officers, and Westbridge for detectives built the case, praising victims and witnesses for their courage. In Westbridge for Town Center, officers dealt with anti-social behavior from a group of young people near shops, making three arrests over one, February weekend.

1:07They've tried lower-level interventions, but now plan arrests on site for repeat offenders. Parents, keep tabs on what your kids are up to in town, as stations are seeing more interviews. The team stay committed to keeping Rushcliff safe through these targeted efforts.