Crime in Ryton, Crookhill and Stella, Gateshead
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Incident Distribution
| Location Reference | Primary Incidents | Total |
|---|---|---|
| On or near Supermarket Map | Shoplifting: 11 | 11 |
| On or near Inleborough Drive Map | Violence and sexual offences: 3Anti-social behaviour: 1 | 4 |
| On or near River Lane Map | Drugs: 1Public order: 1Criminal damage and arson: 1 | 3 |
| On or near Barmoor Lane Map | Violence and sexual offences: 2Criminal damage and arson: 1 | 3 |
| On or near Main Road Map | Other crime: 1Violence and sexual offences: 1 | 2 |
| On or near Sports/Recreation Area Map | Violence and sexual offences: 2 | 2 |
| On or near Meadowfield Crescent Map | Other crime: 1Violence and sexual offences: 1 | 2 |
| On or near Holburn Lane Court Map | Public order: 2 | 2 |
| On or near Hexham Old Road Map | Other crime: 1Other theft: 1 | 2 |
| On or near Lane Head Map | Anti-social behaviour: 1Possession of weapons: 1 | 2 |
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Scooter and motorcycle disorder. Areas such as Wagonway Wylam, Prudhoe and those used in urban high pedestrian areas.
Issued: 27 May 2026
Status Update
Re-contact victims of ASB to gather further intelligence. Identify hotspot areas to patrol. Use offender-focused approach, supported by media updates, increased community intelligence, CCTV enquiries, and both visible and covert patrols in hotspot areas. We also have a day of action planned around ASB week of action, utilising the drone and uplifting vehicles under Road Traffic Act legislation.
Actioned: 22 Jul 2026
Shoplifting, in particular those on retail premises Prudhoe, local Co-ops in the area, Wylam, Corbridge, Prudhoe and independent stores impacted.
Issued: 27 May 2026
Status Update
We’re engaging closely with stores while increasing patrols and visibility in town centres. Positive action is being taken against offenders, including arrests, remands where appropriate, and seeking Criminal Behaviour Orders on charge. Some plain clothes operations are also taking place. Crime prevention advisors also on hand to give stores advice on how to protect their staff and stock.
Actioned: 31 Jul 2026
Anti-social behaviour in park areas. Including damage to trees and parkland, climbing on buildings, criminal damage, graffiti, and verbal abuse to residents and community.
Issued: 13 Apr 2026
Status Update
Visible patrols, dispersal notices if required, use of PSPO powers, engagement with schools and other partner agencies to identify, educate and deter. Enforcement action and Youth Justice Services where needed.
Actioned: 22 Jul 2026
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