HOW RESIDENTS CAN REPORT OCG / GANG ACTIVITY IN STAFFORDSHIRE

Organised crime groups (OCG) are operating across the UK, including here in Staffordshire. Understanding what they are and the signs they are operating near you can help keep you safe and limit the risks of exploitation.

OCGs, which are often referred to publicly as gangs, involve a number of individuals working together to facilitate organised criminal activity. They plan their operations, like drug dealing or possessing weapons, and work together in various roles to continue facilitating their crimes.

Importantly, OCGs often look for vulnerable people living or working locally and will look to coerce them into their operations. They often promise sums of money, but very quickly use intimidation and violent tactics to exploit people into a life of crime.

These vulnerable people are often the ones who end up getting caught by police and charged with offences, because of how OCGs operate. Then, OCGs will look to recruit someone else, and the cycle continues, until the main orchestraters are caught and brought to justice.

🛑 HOW RESIDENTS CAN REPORT OCG / GANG ACTIVITY IN STAFFORDSHIRE

Reporting organised crime is crucial for protecting vulnerable people and helping police disrupt criminal networks. Staffordshire Police provide several safe and accessible ways to pass on information.

1️⃣ If it’s an emergency – CALL 999

Use 999 if:

Residents with hearing/speech impairments can use:

2️⃣ For non‑emergency intelligence – CALL 101

If you want to report suspicious activity linked to OCGs but it’s not urgent, call 101.
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Examples include:

3️⃣ Report Online to Staffordshire Police

You can submit information or reports online via the official Staffordshire Police website.
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Website contains structured report forms for:

4️⃣ Use Staffordshire Police Live Chat

A quick way to speak directly with police in non‑urgent situations.
Available via www.staffordshire.police.uk.
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5️⃣ Report Anonymously to Crimestoppers

If residents want to stay 100% anonymous, they can contact Crimestoppers:

Crimestoppers does not trace callers or devices.

6️⃣ Understanding OCGs – Key Signs to Look For

Staffordshire Police publicly outline indicators that someone may be exploited by an OCG:

Residents noticing these signs are encouraged to report concerns through any of the above channels.

✅ Summary: Best Ways to Report OCG/Gang Activity