POLICE have been cracking down on troublemakers.
Chester-le-Street beat sergeant John Stephenson said police had launched Operation Provenance at Gibside Shops, following complaints from businesses.
Sgt Stephenson said several people had been arrested in connection with assaults and public order offences. High visibility patrols will continue.
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