Friday November 13 promises to be a dark day for youth offenders in Auckland City.
Auckland City District Police are planning a day-long focus on youth crime as part of the district's ongoing strategy to prevent such offending and protect those who often become victims of it.
Operation Relentless will involve more than 80 Police and partner agency staff who will be more visible than usual around recognised youth crime areas within the city, including the rail network, train stations and identified crime hotspots.
“Our message is very clear - if you are thinking of coming into the city and committing crimes during this period, we will be waiting for you,” said District Coordinator, Youth Services, Senior Sergeant Jason Edwards.
"We will also be conducting road checkpoints to focus on alcohol-related harm and offending by young people. Retailers and licensees will also be reminded of their obligations not to supply minors with alcohol.
“This is a prevention operation. We consistently encourage members of the public to contact us if they are concerned about the behaviour of young people in their communities.
"If they are behaving suspiciously, being disorderly or drinking in public places when they are clearly underage, we want to hear about it."
Members of the public can call the Auckland Central Police Station on 09 302 6400 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. In an emergency call 111.
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Tracie Simpson/Auckland City/021 949 731