Ribble Valley Car Parks Protected by CCTV

New CCTV cameras installed in car parks in the villages of Sabden and Chipping in the Ribble Valley to stop vandals from causing damage to vehicles.

11:29 09 April 2018

Car parks in the villages of Sabden and Chipping in the Ribble Valley are now protected by new CCTV cameras. The project, which costs £5,472, was funded by the Lancashire Police and Crime Commissioner. CCTV footage will be used to gather evidence so that vandals can be prosecuted.

 

Sabden Councillor Ricky Newmark said: "The majority of young people behave responsibly but a minority are making a nuisance of themselves and in some cases vandalising vehicles.

 

“Not only do these incidents cause distress and inconvenience to vehicle owners, but they discourage villagers from using the car park, which creates congestion on clogged side streets.

 

“Thanks to these CCTV systems the police will be able to identify the culprits and take action.”

 

Chipping councillor Simon Hore added: “The new CCTV system will significantly improve the chances of identifying the culprits and where appropriate bring a prosecution.

 

“This will restore confidence in villagers to use the car park, rather than leave vehicles on roads and side streets.”