Police will be stepping up patrols in Abingdon this week.

Officers will be on the town's streets from 10am to 10pm until Friday, February 20.

Area beat officer Pc Phil Hampton said: "The operation is a further part of our commitment to the people of south Abingdon to reduce crime, fear and disorder.

"I encourage anyone interested or with any concerns to pay us a visit."

Neighbourhood Watch co-ordinator Anne Barber and crime reduction adviser Pat Leafe, will also be in Reynolds Way with the crime prevention trailer from Wednesday.