Concerned residents living near a Mansfield school have spoken of their 'disgust' after a large number of needles were spotted nearby. People living close by have slammed the find in Pelham Street, Mansfield, near Mansfield Primary Academy, as 'unsafe' and immediately called on action to be taken.
Pictures from the area show upwards of 10 used needles lying on the ground. Police in Mansfield say that the incident is an example of why drug related crime are a "blight on our communities" and say they are working with the community to ensure drug users get the help they need.
Jamie Targett, 35, who lives nearby, said: "Unfortunately this isn't the first time it has happened. No, I doubt it'll be the last.
