TWO teenagers were charged in connection with a number of offences including disorder in the Larkhall area.
The 16-year-old boys were arrested following reports of reports of fire-raising, vandalism, assault and attempted housebreaking in the area.
A report with be submitted to the Children’s Reporter.
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Sergeant Tommy McAuley from the Larkhall Community Policing Team said: "Recently there has been an increase in disorder within the Hareleeshill area of Larkhall with reports of fire raising, vandalism, assault and attempted housebreaking.
"These incidents have had a significant effect on the local community, partner agencies, police resources and vulnerable residents in the area.
"Over the past few weeks we have worked closely with our partners to tackle this. Extra attention and directed patrols have been conducted along with the use of police quad bikes and Community Wardens and we have been assisted by South Lanarkshire Council's Housing and Anti-Social Behaviour teams."
We're urging those with any further information to contact Police Scotland on 101.
Alternatively, an anonymous report can be made to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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