So this lock is popular with swimmers because of its location. They make a mess, abuse boaters, use drugs and shit everywhere. Drives the locals, the boaters and the Watersports Centre nuts.
It is a well known and persistent problem. The Plod came for a visit from 11.15 to 1.00. No problems . They have a Dispersal Order they can use if it gets bad. They give me a number to call and leave.
By about 2.30 there were about 200+ kids swimming
2.45 the radio chirps up. This is cruiser Metal Pirate. We are Hell’s Angels. We are sick of these swimmers and we are taking action now! We have baseball bats.
I call my boss. She is an ex plod inspector. She says call 999. I do.
6 cars, a van, dogs and a helicopter!!!
Metal Pirate turned back shadowed by helicopter. Police execute Dispersal Order and teenagers get mouthy. Several arrests
I leave
