Over 200 residents in Cleethorpes have signed a petition asking for better street lighting in the North Wall area, with a specific focus on the Fuller Street Bridge region, following a reported serious sexual assault earlier this year. This call to action is spearheaded by Great Grimsby and Cleethorpes MP Melanie Onn, who is aiming to allay the safety fears that have risen since the incident in February. The petition has been presented to the North East Lincolnshire Council, with local representative Sophia Farren lending her support to the initiative. The council is currently considering possible responses through consultations with officers, promising that if required, the issue will be escalated to a public meeting where the concerns can be discussed with Cllr Ron Shepherd, who holds the portfolio for safer and stronger communities. MP Melanie Onn reiterated the community’s entitlement to safe streets, referring to studies which suggest that enhanced lighting could lead to a reduction in crime of 21%. Humberside Police’s ongoing investigation into the matter has resulted in a 15-year-old boy being arrested and later released on conditional bail. The poor lighting in the area has been a constant source of worry for residents who are imploring swift action to guarantee safety for all.
This story was repurposed by The Lincoln Post based on original reporting by www.grimsbytelegraph.co.uk.
