Police investigate weekend of antisocial behaviour in Elmbridge
It involved large groups of people using horses and traps
Surrey Police are appealing for witnesses after numerous incidents of antisocial behaviour over the weekend.
The force say the incidents happened on Saturday (12 April) across the Elmbridge area of the county.
Chief Superintendent Aimee Ramm, Northern Divisional Commander said:
“Firstly, as the Divisional Commander for North Surrey, I would like to acknowledge the disruption and concern that the gathering of people using horses and traps on Saturday (12 April) caused to the local community.
“We were first made aware of around 50 people using horse and traps at a location in Esher at around 1.30pm.
“The group then moved on to other locations including Hampton Court, Bushy Park, Molesey, Hersham, Sunbury-on-Thames and Walton, and grew to around 150 people.
“In response, numerous officers were swiftly deployed to the scene and several roads were closed to restrict the movement of the group.
“A dispersal order was also put in place for the entire borough of Elmbridge from 3.55pm on Saturday 12 April until 3.55pm on Sunday 13 April. Neighbourhood officers also conducted extra reassurance patrols over the weekend.
“Due to the large numbers involved, officers prioritised dealing with the immediate disorder, but I would like to stress that our enquiries into related reports of criminal behaviour are being thoroughly investigated as a matter of urgency."