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Dispersal order issued in St Helens and Rainhill following reports of fireworks thrown at vehicles
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Merseyside Police have introduced a dispersal order covering parts of St Helens and Rainhill after receiving reports of teenagers engaging in anti-social behaviour, including throwing fireworks at vehicles and cycling anti-socially. The order is in effect from Saturday evening until Monday morning, with extra officers patrolling the designated zone to prevent intimidation and distress to local residents.
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- A dispersal order has been implemented covering parts of St Helens and Rainhill in Merseyside.
- The action follows reports of youths throwing fireworks at vehicles and causing anti-social behaviour.
- The order came into force at 23:30 BST on Saturday and remains active until 05:00 on Monday.
- Police officers have the power to direct individuals to leave the designated area for up to 48 hours and seize items used in anti-social behaviour.
- Extra police patrols have been deployed to the area to reassure residents and deal with offenders.