Reduce Antisocial Behaviour

Antisocial behaviour (ASB) is defined as 'behaviour by a person which causes, or is likely to cause, harassment, alarm or distress to persons not of the same household as the person'. There are three main categories of ASB which depends on how many people are affected; personal ASB, nuisance ASB, and environmental ASB. This can include littering, noise, inconsiderate behaviour, nuisance calls, antisocial driving, abandoned vehicles, begging, and street drinking.

To reduce and target ASB in the community the East Devon Neighbourhood team work with partner agencies such as East Devon Council, local schools, local shops, pubs, and Highways.

Issued 18 March 2026

We have continued to target and monitor our ASB hotspots to tackle the effect that ASB has on our communities. Whilst attempting to limit the effect of anti-social behaviour, we will persist with our efforts to understand the route cause of them. We have had further reports of ASB driving mainly speeding. We will continue to do this now we are into spring with lighter evenings and better weather.
Your neighbourhood team have also issued a number of Sec 59 of the Police Reform Act 2002 on ASB drivers and their vehicles. This means that if they continue to behave in an ASB manner we can seize the vehicle. Please continue to report your concerns.

Actioned 26 March 2026

Drug Possession and Supply

Drugs can have a devastating social impact on community life and on those who are dependent on them. It can lead to anti-social behaviour, violence, safeguarding concerns, and other crime.

Community intelligence is invaluable to the Police, and without it would limit the ability to gain drug warrants and target offenders. Information from the public helps to prevent and detect crime, whilst ensuring the safeguarding and protection of our community. You may think that the information you hold will not be useful but it may be the final missing piece to the puzzle. If you suspect illegal activity in your area please report it via 101 online or by phone. Alternatively, you can report information anonymously to CrimeStoppers on 0800 555 111.

Issued 18 March 2026

Officers have continued their proactive patrols in and around the Seaton area targeting drug supply/use hotspots. We also continue to welcome any information from members of the public that may assist officers.

You may have seen in the local press that one of the males arrested in November 2025 who had previously plead guilty was sentenced at Exeter Crown Court recently. Dimitar Stiliyanov was located in Seaton Premier Inn with 107 bags of cocaine in his possession. He was sentenced to two years and 9 months imprisonment. This is a very good result achieved by our colleagues in CID.

Actioned 26 March 2026

Rural Crime & Engagement Rural crime is an issue for large areas of the country, but it tends to go unreported. It can impact on insurance premiums, food prices, the environment, and can damage local communities. The Seaton Neighbourhood Team are conducting a visible presence in the rural community to offer reassurance and crime prevention. The aim is to improve connectivity with the rural communities and provide education to users of our beautiful countryside. This includes attending rural events to gain knowledge about the issues effecting the rural communities and to offer the crime prevention advice. Included within this we will be targeting Road Safety throughout our rural areas in attempt to reduce collisions.

Issued 18 March 2026

Officers have persisted with their high visibility patrols in crime hotspot areas. Our PCSO's have also been out to discuss live stock worrying as we see an increase of reports this time of year onwards. Our PCSO's also allocated public information signs about live stock worrying and dog owners responsibilities in the community. The new Livestock-worrying legislation has now come into effect. This updates and strengthens the 1953 law on dogs worrying livestock giving Police wider powers.

Actioned 26 March 2026