Currys panic alarm triggered in Crayford retail park
Police responded to reports of youths causing disruption at Tower Retail Park.
Incident → evidence → outcomeA shop panic alarm was activated at the Currys store in Tower Retail Park, Crayford, on October 20. Staff pressed the alarm after youths reportedly caused a disturbance and refused to leave the premises.
Officers from the Metropolitan Police's Crayford Safer Neighbourhood Team attended the incident. They conducted a search of the surrounding area after obtaining descriptions of the individuals involved.
PCSO Joyce Barlow of the Crayford Safer Neighbourhood Team stated that officers are aware of ongoing issues with anti-social behaviour and theft within the retail park. She confirmed that the team will maintain a presence in the area to identify those involved in such activities.
Questions this report answers
01When was the panic alarm triggered at Currys in Crayford?
The shop panic alarm at Currys in Tower Retail Park, Crayford, was triggered on October 20. This occurred after staff reported youths causing a nuisance and refusing to leave the store.
02What did the police do after attending the incident?
Officers from the Crayford Safer Neighbourhood Team attended the store and conducted an area search. They obtained descriptions of the youths involved and will continue to patrol the retail park.
03Are there ongoing issues with crime in the retail park?
Yes, PCSO Joyce Barlow confirmed that police are aware of anti-social behaviour and theft in the retail park. The Crayford Safer Neighbourhood Team plans to increase its presence to identify individuals involved.
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