SPECIALLY trained police were deployed in Warrington’s Golden Square shopping centre as part of Operation Servator.
The operation aims to deter, detect and disrupt a range of criminal activity, including terrorism, while providing a reassuring presence for the public. Officers are experienced and specially trained to spot the tell-tale signs that someone is planning or preparing to commit an act of crime.
Police work with businesses and members of the public with the aim of making it difficult for criminals to operate.
A police spokesperson said: “Our officers will arrive unannounced at various locations. These patrols could last for different lengths of time and involve varying numbers of officers.
“You’ll see, as a minimum, uniform and plain-clothes officers, but we might also include officers from other departments such as dog or horse units or armed officers, depending on our specific requirements.
“Officers will talk to the public, local businesses and private security staff to let them know what they’re doing and remind them to be vigilant, trust their instincts and report any suspicious or unusual behaviour.
You may also see posters on display boards and officers handing out leaflets explaining more about Project Servator.
“Project Servator’s patrols are highly visible, but if you see our officers in your area, there’s nothing to be concerned about. It’s normal police activity and isn’t linked to any specific intelligence about a threat to the area.
“Working with the community is a vital part of making Project Servator a success, so if you have any questions, please feel free to talk to our officers”
Police stress that members of the public have an important role to play by reporting anything that doesn’t feel right, for example, an unattended item or someone acting suspiciously. Reports will be taken seriously.
“If you see something suspicious, please tell a police officer, use our online form to tell us about possible terrorist activity, or call the confidential Anti Terrorist Hotline on 0800 789 321. If it’s an emergency, always call 999.
Warrington Police have deployed #projectservator in the Golden Square. Specially trained officers have been working along side businesses within the Golden Square to prevent and deter criminality from the Town Centre.
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