A GROUP of young people have been warned they will be "dealt with appropriately" after a PCSO broke up a bout of anti social behaviour in a Taunton park.

PCSO Peter Coakes caught the youngsters misbehaving in the rear grounds of the COACH sports facility and café area in French Weir Park.

Rubbish had been strewn around; a large bin thrown in the river; three tyres chucked in the water; and a lifebuoy ring tied around a tree to make a rope swing.

Somerset County Gazette:

PCSO Coakes came across the incident while on bicycle patrol yesterday (Tuesday).

A social media post by Taunton Neighbourhood Policing said: "How disappointing to find a group of young people causing antisocial behaviour.

"Thankfully the items were all replaced to their original state and the life-saving ring returned so it is available if it needs to be used for its rightful purpose.

Somerset County Gazette:

"PCSO Pete caught the individuals in the act, and they will be dealt with accordingly.

Somerset County Gazette:

"An excellent piece of work by PCSO Pete, and highlights the importance of high visibility patrol."