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Traveller Encampment at Mowbray Fields Relocated

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A group of Travellers has vacated a nature reserve in Oxfordshire, following a series of concerns about anti-social behaviour. The encampment at Mowbray Fields, on the outskirts of Didcot, was reportedly involved in a dog attack, prompting local authorities to take action. Councillor Hao Du, who represents the area, had been working with the police and council to resolve the situation quickly. The police have confirmed that the encampment is no longer present, and residents are being encouraged to report any incidents to the authorities.

Key Takeaways:

  • A group of Travellers arrived at Mowbray Fields, near Didcot, last week, sparking concerns about anti-social behaviour.
  • Councillor Hao Du, the Reform county councillor for Didcot South, was involved in efforts to resolve the situation, working with the police and council.
  • A police statement confirmed the encampment was unauthorised and that the police were working to assess any impact on the local community.
  • Police and Crime Commissioner Matthew Barber was in touch with the police regularly over the weekend, following concerns about anti-social behaviour.
  • Residents are being encouraged to report any incidents to the police, while the council and police continue to monitor the situation.
  • The exact circumstances surrounding the dog attack remain unclear, as Thames Valley Police did not provide a statement on the matter.

Statistics:

  • The Traveller encampment was located at Mowbray Fields, near Didcot, in Oxfordshire.
  • The police reference number for the reported incident is 43250471017.
  • The police and Crime Commissioner, Matthew Barber, was in touch with the police regularly over the weekend.
  • Councillor Hao Du, the Reform county councillor for Didcot South, was involved in efforts to resolve the situation.
  • Residents are being encouraged to report incidents to the police by calling 101 or online through the police website.

Sources:

  • [1] "Traveller encampment at Mowbray Fields has now been vacated" (councillor Hao Du, Twitter, Monday evening).
  • [2] "We are aware of an unauthorised encampment on Mowbray Fields, near Didcot" (Thames Valley Police, statement).
  • [3] "The police will continue to monitor the site and I would encourage residents to report any incidents" (Matthew Barber, police and crime commissioner).

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