A female has been arrested after a fight between a large group of youths at West Croydon bus station Yesterday (March 1) at 5.18pm, police were called to the station where they arrested one female on suspicion of robbery.
A section 35 dispersal order, meaning that officers can disperse groups of two or more, was put into place.
Enquiries into the circumstances of the incident are ongoing.
Around seven unmarked police cars and 11 marked cars were seen in the area – with pictures shared on social media.
Madness in West Croydon right now….never seen so many police ☠️ wonder what’s happened? pic.twitter.com/y7z4XnuGS6
— Simon Bates (@Simon_Bates_) March 1, 2023
A spokesperson for Metropolitan Police said: “Police were called at around 5.18pm on Wednesday 1 March to West Croydon Bus Station following reports of a fight involving a large group of youths.
“Officers attended the scene and one female was arrested on suspicion of robbery.
“A Section 35 dispersal order was put in place and the area is now clear.
“Enquiries are ongoing.”
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