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Police tackle 'aggressive beggars' outside Digbeth Coach Station
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Police tackle 'aggressive beggars' outside Digbeth Coach StationWest Midlands Police said there have been reports of aggressive begging at Digbeth Coach StationView 2 Images Officers have been taking action after concerns were raised about anti-social behaviour around Digbeth Coach Station, including drug taking, abuse, and aggressive begging (Image: WMP)Police tackled 'aggressive beggars' who have been targeting passengers at Digbeth Coach Station.
Officers took action on Wednesday (October 1) after concerns were raised about anti-social behaviour, drug taking, abuse and other crimes in and around the transport hub.
View 2 Images Digbeth Coach Station in Birmingham (Image: BirminghamLive )Birmingham Police Inspector Dan Thomas, said: “We know how important the coach station is to Birmingham, and we want the area around Digbeth to be as welcoming as possible for everyone passing through.
“We are delighted to work closely with West Midlands Police and other key stakeholders in the Digbeth area to address anti-social behaviour.
“A visible police presence at our coach stations helps to reassure passengers, deter crime and ensure everyone feels safe and supported when they travel with us.”