23.04.10
British Transport Police and Southern to increase passenger security
In a move which is good both for rail jobs and passengers, the British Transport Police and train operator Southern have announced the launch of a new ‘crack team’ of officers to improve passenger safety.
The officers, who will be known as Rail Neighbourhood Officers, will be working alongside current British Transport Police officers to reduce crime on the rail network in the south of England.
BTP Assistant Chief Constable Alan Pacey said: “This scheme is a fantastic enhancement of BTP’s policing presence on the railway and will provide further reassurance for passengers.
“The team will be tasked on a daily basis to patrol hotspot locations where anti-social behaviour and low-level disorder is reported and they will also be supported by other officers and specialist resources such as drugs dogs when required.
“By having specific teams targeting dedicated lines of route, passengers can be assured of seeing a higher visibility presence across the Southern network, which we believe will make great inroads in further reducing crime.”
(Image courtesy of British Transport Police)
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