A police officer has been appointed to tackle anti-social behaviour in the Horton area of Bradford.

PC Sam Railton will be responsible for reducing the amount of anti-social behaviour calls the police receive by tackling problem people and locations.

PC Railton said: “Some of these issues can be dealt with quickly via early intervention. Some will take time and will require multi-agency work, involving the council and youth services.”

PC Railton can be contacted at ganpt5@westyorkshire.police.uk, or on 07595 009692.