A TOTAL of eight youths have been arrested in the last four days as part of police’s efforts to clamp down on antisocial behaviour (ASB) in Criccieth.

On September 27, dispersal powers were put in place during the evening following criminal damage occurring in the town centre- three youths were arrested following this incident.

Another three youths were arrested on September 28 and 29 in relation to further incidents of ASB.

They were later bailed with conditions for youth intervention work.

One of the youths was subsequently arrested again after breaching the conditions of his bail.

He was remanded into police custody and appeared at Caernarfon Youth Court on Monday (September 30), and will appear again at a future date.

Another young person was arrested yesterday (September 30) on suspicion of public order and shoplifting offences.

He has been bailed with conditions for youth intervention work and will be subject to curfew checks.

Police also arrested a young male on suspicion of shoplifting and criminal damage in relation to three plant pots on the square in Criccieth. 

He has been charged with the offences and will appear in the youth court at a future date.

North Wales Police district inspector, Iwan Jones, said: “We understand the impact that persistent ASB is having on the community in Criccieth.

“We will continue to use all available powers to clamp down on the unacceptable behaviour.

“I am grateful for the continued support from residents and would encourage anyone who wishes to attend the library in Criccieth on October 2, between 4.40-6pm, to speak with police about their views on extending Public Space Protection Order.”

Anyone with concerns about ASB can report them to North Wales Police via its website, or by calling 101.

None of the young people involved in the aforementioned incidents can be named for legal reasons.