Group of 40 youths attack police officers at Fleetwood's Memorial Park

The incident happened at Memorial Park, inset, at around 8.30pm where dozens of youths had gathered.

Insp Kevin Lister of Wyre Police said: “Police officers were dealing with an incident in Memorial Park, Fleetwood, when a group of approximately 40 youths began throwing items towards the officers. Several patrols attended the area and dispersal powers were authorised.

“This will not be tolerated and we are now reviewing CCTV to identify those responsible.”

No officers were injured and Insp Lister called on anyone with footage of the incident to contact police on 101, quoting log 1361 of September 15.

Alternatively call independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 anonymously. People can send information anonymously via the Crimestoppers website as well.

There was a surge of anti-social behaviour in the park last year with residents calling for something to be done about it.

Residents had complained about damage on the park and some claim to have seen older youths giving what appeared to be drugs to younger ones.

Concerned citizens also condemned the scourge of anti-social behaviour outside Marine Hall in July last year, with around 100 youths causing havoc.

Police said at the time that they were faced with up to 100 youths causing damage to the hall, forcing families to remain inside 'for fear for their own safety', and that a police car was damaged.

One boy was arrested on suspicion of a public order offence.