Masked Youth Crackdown Intensifies With New Hornchurch Dispersal Order.

Today, another Section 35 dispersal order has been issued across Hornchurch by Inspector Connolly, underlining the continued efforts by police to tackle the issue head on and maintain a visible presence in key areas.

A Section 35 Dispersal Zone under the Anti social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014 order has been authorised for Hornchurch High Street, Harrow Lodge Park and surrounding areas due to the potential for ASB.

This action has been taken following recent intelligence received from Hornchurch Safer Neighbourhood Teams.

The dispersal order will be in place from 26 March 2026 at 15:00 until 28 March 2026 at 15:00.

The dispersal zone includes Sutton Avenue, Ravenscourt Grove, Hacton Lane, Wingletye Lane, St Andrews Park, Burnway, Cromer Road, Boscombe Avenue, Grey Towers Avenue, Abbs Cross Lane inclusive of St Andrews Park, Langtons House, Flanders Fields and Woodland. Harrow Lodge Park and Leisure Centre, Upper Rainham Road and Station Lane.

Havering Police are proactively targeting gangs of masked youths congregating on high streets and contributing to crime and anti social behaviour. Officers continue to take firm action to disrupt this activity and reassure local residents.

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