Police Community Support Officer threatened while enforcing social distancing rules

A Police Community Support Officer was threatened as he tried to enforce social distancing measures in Fir, Sheffield.

Posting on Facebook on Sunday, Sheffield North-East Neighbourhood Policing Team said: ‘Yesterday a male was arrested and charged with public order offences having threatened the PCSO conducting enforcement patrols.

‘The Fir Vale team have continued their commitment to supporting the NHS and communities by conducting proactive patrols in Fir Vale and reacting to information received regarding Covid breaches.

‘The team have been committed to educating and encouragement with those that continue to flout the regulations.’