Local Priorities Nuisance Vehicle Use Update

Local Priorities Nuisance Vehicle Use Update

I wanted to provide you with an update regarding Nuisance Vehicle Use, which people around your area have highlighted as an issue of concern on the priority survey.

Two motorcycles were seized and three people have been reported for driving offences following proactive patrols to target anti-social vehicle use in #HemelHempstead.
Several calls have been made to police reporting that the vehicles are being ridden anti-socially by young people in the town.
On Saturday evening (1 August), the Neighbourhood Policing Team (NPT) conducted targeted patrols and located the vehicles in Gadebridge.
They were seized and are likely to be crushed.
Three people were reported for driving offences and the two riders were given section 59 warning notices.
We know that anti-social vehicle use is a big concern among residents in #HemelHempstead. I hope this reassures people that we are taking action and working to get these vehicles off the streets.

Tackling antisocial behaviour can be a complex issue, and one which requires input and action from more than just the police.

February 2025 saw the publication of the Ministry of Justice Crime and Policing Bill: Antisocial behaviour (ASB) factsheet. This outlined a number of new measures including making powers to seize vehicles under section 59 of the Police Reform Act 2002 easier to use, allowing the police to react robustly and immediately to the anti-social use of motor vehicles.

If you ever experience this issue or have information regarding an incident, please report it using our online reporting tools at https://www.herts.police.uk, speak to an operator in our Force Communications Room via our online web chat or call the non-emergency number 101. 

Alternatively, you can stay 100 per cent anonymous by contacting the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via their untraceable online form at crimestoppers-uk.org.

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