Tens of thousands of pounds has been spent on police resources as anti-social behaviour in two housing estates in Co Down continues.
At a public meeting, called by the PSNI in Downpatrick at the beginning of the month, it was revealed that £70,000 has been spent in dedicated resourcing in the areas. Trouble has been continuing, with cars being set alight, passing vehicles being targeted by bricks, and residents "tortured" by troublemakers.
PSNI Superintendent Norman Haslett said police have increased their presence in the area, but local families are calling for more than feet on the ground.
