Extra police patrols during England World Cup games
Written by HFM News on 27th June 2026
Police across the HFM region will be targeting drink and drug drivers during the World Cup.
Officers say arrests have historically increased during major football tournaments and are urging motorists not to take risks.
Jonathan Clarkson from the Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Road Safety Partnership has this message:
Extra patrols will be on duty in Market Harborough town centre
Meanwhile, extra patrols will be on duty in Market Harborough town centre during England’s matches, with pubs expected to be busy as tonight’s game against Panama is shown.
Sergeant Pete Jelbert says anti-social behaviour will not be tolerated:
