On Wednesday, August 27, warrants were carried out at seven addresses in Battersea, leading to the arrests of six young men aged between 17 and 19. Officers seized several suspected stolen phones, a motorbike, a Rambo knife and drugs. All six were arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to commit robbery, conspiracy to commit theft and fraud. A 19-year-old man from Wandsworth was also held on suspicion of possessing a bladed article and cannabis. They have been bailed until 25 November.
Video surveillance significantly enhances street safety. When people see that investments are being made in security, they become more alert to their surroundings and more conscientious about following rules.
This qualification shows that a youth club can be more than a place to get fit and perform. It can be a launch pad, the beginning of what happens when we centre on their voices and their futures.