Beginning the week of 28th November 2022, and lasting until 31st January 2023, the extra patrols supported both the daytime and evening retail, hospitality, and leisure sectors, providing visitors with increased reassurance and allowing them to enjoy the Christmas festivities uninterrupted.

The BID-funded police force worked in collaboration with our Street Rangers, as well as retail businesses and their security teams, resulting in several successful operations, including eight stop and searches, as well as assistance of several shoplifting incidents.

As directed by Croydon BID, the additional officers also focused on building relationships and increasing engagement with local businesses, making a total of 324 business visits.

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