Police reach out to Goldthorpe kids

POLICE in the Dearne Valley are holding a fun day for youngsters today.

Dearne Safer Neighbourhood Team (SNT) is hosting the event at Dearne Youth Centre in Goldthorpe Green, Goldthorpe, as part of Operation Bright Future—their effort to deter young people from committing anti-social behaviour over the Halloween and Bonfire Night period.

The event will run between 11am to 4pm and Dearne SNT are hoping that around 50 young people aged eight to 19 will attend and take part in activities including a graffiti art workshop and a samba band.

Food and refreshments will be provided.

A magician and various police departments including mounted officers, dog handlers and the Road Policing Group will also attend.

Dearne SNT Inspector Alan Simpson said: "This is a great way for us to promote some of the work we do and engage with young people.

"We are hoping as many kids as possible turn up  for a fun alternative to watching TV on their break from school."