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In 2023, Norfolk Police launched a dynamic new approach to tackling vehicle related anti-social behaviour.
We were experiencing a steady rise in car meets across the county. These meets can involve in excess of 300 cars and over 500 people which poses a significant risk to road safety and the wider community. Vehicles will often drive around neighbourhoods, congregating in car parks and shopping districts. Actions of some drivers, such as speeding, performing ‘doughnuts’ and inappropriate parking can cause serious disruption in the local area.
This operation works in partnership with Norfolk County Council, local district councils and National Highways to provide a cohesive approach to improving and maintaining community safety.
Our focus isn’t and never will be genuine car enthusiasts. This operation directly targets those who are a threat to the safety of their local community. These individuals make up a very small percentage of those who attend car meets but the disruption they cause is felt by many.
Taking risks behind the wheel will not be tolerated in Norfolk. Operation Octane will work to prosecute those who drive to a poor standard in our county and prevent them from interrupting organised car meets.