Dispersal orders having a positive impact in Worcester and Droitwich

Police have launched an operation to stop key roads being misused as routes for racing cars in Droitwich and Worcester.

Dispersal orders - which make it an offence for anyone to return to a specific area for up to 48 hours – were issued as part of the operation.

These dispersal orders, which cover the A4440 between the island at the junction of Dugdale Drive and the island at the A44 in Worcester and the A422 in Droitwich, were imposed on three weekends in April and May.

On a number of occasions vehicles had previously gathered at various locations in Worcester for planned meetings before moving onto Droitwich. Vehicles were then being driven at dangerous speeds in races with large groups of people spectating.

Inspector Alex Warner said: “The dispersal orders have been working well over previous weekends and we’re pleased to report that there have been no instances of cars racing in these areas.

“We want the local communities to feel safe in their own town and not intimidated or distressed due to noise and the volume of people and vehicles gathering.

“We will monitor this situation closely and are continuing with our education and enforcement activity. I hope the local community are beginning to see the benefits of the action taken over recent weeks.”