A DISPERSAL order has been issued by police tackling antisocial behaviour in parts of County Durham.
The order applies to parts of Ferryhill and Chilton after several in the areas and complaints from members of the public.
It gives the police the power to remove groups of youths from the areas for a period of 48 hours.
Anyone who does not comply or returns to the designated area within 48 hours can be arrested.
The order began on Saturday at 8am and last night dispersal notices were given to ten youths.
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A spokesman for Durham Constabulary said: “A number of these youths were returned to their home addresses by police, and parents or guardians were informed.
“Officers will again be on duty this evening in the areas included in the dispersal order.”
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