Witness appeal after weekend anti-social behaviour in Elmbridge

We are appealing for witnesses after numerous incidents of anti-social behaviour took place across Elmbridge on Saturday 12 April.

Chief Superintendent Aimee Ramm, Northern Divisional Commander said:

“Firstly, as the Divisional Commander for North Surrey, I would like to acknowledge the disruption and concern that the gathering of people using horses and traps on Saturday (12 April) caused to the local community.

“We were first made aware of around 50 people using horse and traps at a location in Esher at around 1.30pm.

“The group then moved on to other locations including Hampton Court, Bushy Park, Molesey, Hersham, Sunbury-on-Thames and Walton, and grew to around 150 people.

“In response, numerous officers were swiftly deployed to the scene and several roads were closed to restrict the movement of the group.

“A dispersal order was also put in place for the entire borough of Elmbridge from 3.55pm on Saturday 12 April until 3.55pm on Sunday 13 April. Neighbourhood officers also conducted extra reassurance patrols over the weekend.

“Due to the large numbers involved, officers prioritised dealing with the immediate disorder, but I would like to stress that our enquiries into related reports of criminal behaviour are being thoroughly investigated as a matter of urgency."

If you witnessed these incidents, have any CCTV, video doorbell, dashcam footage, or have any relevant information, please contact us quoting PR/ SYP-20250412-0412 via:

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If you would rather not speak to police or to prefer to give information anonymously, you can contact independent charity Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111.