Action taken by police amid warnings anti social behaviour is 'blighting lives' in Northumberland

NewsNorth East NewsNorthumberlandDrugs, weapons and counterfeit cash have been seized00:11, 06 Aug 2026A motorbike was among the seized items following a day of action to tackle anti social behaviour in Bedlignto(Image: Northumberland County Council)Drugs, weapons and counterfeit cash have been seized as part of efforts to tackle anti social behaviour in Bedlington. It comes amid warnings from a local councillor that issues have surged in recent weeks and are 'blighting' the lives of residents.‌Northumbria Police and Northumberland County Council joined forces as part of Operation Safer Northumberland to execute warrants, seize illegal goods and address community safety concerns. Northumberland Fire and Rescue and housing association Bernicia were also involved in what has been described a