Extra police powers brought in after violence in Milton Keynes
Police have stepped up patrols
Last updated 7th Aug 2025
Thames Valley Police has introduced increased powers to prevent potential serious violence following a number of weapons incidents.
The Section 60 and 34 orders have come into force in Milton Keynes today (7 August) in the Fishermead and Oldbrook estates.
A 22-year-old man and a 14-year-old boy have been arrested on suspicion of affray in relation to an incident by the cricket club in Oldbrook at around 2pm.
They both remain in police custody.
The orders last for 24 hours and may be extended for another 24 hours.
A Section 60 order enhances powers for officers, meaning they can stop and search anyone in a designated area, when a senior officer believes there is a possibility of serious violence, or weapons being carried.
Under the Section 34 order, police officers temporarily have powers to disperse any individual or groups causing public disorder or nuisance.
Inspector Graeme Williams, based at Milton Keynes police station, said: “We have put these orders in place in the Fishermead and Oldbrook estates to prevent potential violence following a number of weapons incidents recently.
“The orders will give our officers extra powers to carry out stop and search activity and disperse people causing a disturbance; they have been enacted for the safety of the public.
“These are emergency powers and the threshold to implement them is very high, however, we are using them to keep our communities safe.
“You will see more police officers in the area while the order is in place and we expect to carry out more stop and searches than usual.
“If you are stopped by an officer, please do not be worried as this does not mean that you are in trouble.
“If you are in the area and have any concerns, you can speak to any of our officers who will be on patrol throughout this evening and tomorrow.”