The TACT (Talnotry Avian Care Trust) which operates a voluntarily run Wildlife Centre in the village of Crumlin, has suffered over the years, ongoing anti social behaviour ranging from criminal damage to burglary.

As a solution to the ongoing criminal activity the PSNI Crime Prevention Unit teamed up with Ridgeway fencing to provide secure fencing for the front parameter of the centre. The four-month project, which started in July has just been completed and cost around £7000.

Crime Prevention officer Sergeant Nichola Scott said: “Anti-social behaviour has been an issue for Patricia Nevines who is trying to help care and rehabilitate wild birds and animals. I’m delighted that we have been able to help provide a secure setting for the wildlife at the centre and put a stop to criminal activity.

“This project also highlights that secure fencing and suitable secure settings will help deter criminals. Since the project has finished the Wildlife centre has suffered no form of criminal activity and the hundreds of animals that are located at the centre have been able to live in a safe environment.”

Ridgeway Fencing have also further helped the TACT centre by providing off cuts of fencing to help maintain secure caging for the animals.