Police are continuing to tackle a spate of anti-social behaviour in the Kingsfold area after a flurry of complaints from residents.

One resident, who asked not to be named, told Blog Preston he had seen youths throwing stones at buses and climbing on the roof of the Co-op in Pope Lane.

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A spokesman for South Ribble police said: “We have received a surge of calls and complaints about groups of youths upon Kingsfold, Penwortham.

“We are aware of the increase in anti-social behaviour and the neighbourhood team have started a range of procedures and tasking to eliminate the problem.

“We would like to reassure residents that all information received is being acted upon and taken into account as we try to deal with this on going issue.

We ask for your cooperation as we try to tackle the issue to ensure the safety of everyone in and around the area.

To report anti-social behaviour call police on 101 or use Lancashire Police’s online reporting tool.

In an emergency, or if a crime is taking place, always call 999.