A 48-hour dispersal order has been put in place following a number of anti-social behaviour incidents recently in Stockton.

The incidents include nuisance use of off-road bikes, criminal damage, and threats to residents.

The dispersal order comes into effect tonight (Friday, August 26) from 9pm in the Portrack and Tilery areas of Stockton.

Extra patrols will also take place in the affected areas.

The Northern Echo: Portrack area of Stockton. Picture: GOOGLE STREETVIEWPortrack area of Stockton. Picture: GOOGLE STREETVIEW

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This has been put in place in an attempt to prevent members of the public being harassed, alarmed and distressed.

The Northern Echo: Tilery area of Stockton. Picture: GOOGLE STREETVIEWTilery area of Stockton. Picture: GOOGLE STREETVIEW

The order will be reviewed on its conclusion, and can be brought back into place if police consider it necessary.

The Northern Echo: The affected areas of the dispersal order. Picture: CLEVELAND POLICEThe affected areas of the dispersal order. Picture: CLEVELAND POLICE

Crimes and anti-social behaviour can be reported to Cleveland Police at any time via the 101 number, or online via the Cleveland Police website.

Always use 999 in an emergency.

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