Patrols stepped up to tackle drug dealing and nuisance behaviour in Plungington

Preston City Centre

The city centre includes the administrative and main shopping areas of the city. The city’s law courts are found here, police station, town hall and of course Preston Bus Station. The electoral ward is known as Town Centre despite the change to city status.

Patrols have been stepped up in Plungington after concerns over drug supply and antisocial behaviour. Officers will be speaking to residents and targeting known hotspots. Preston City Council says it […]

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