A high-tech camera has been installed at a popular Dalgety Bay beauty spot after mindless drivers caused havoc for local residents.
Police have been forced to again turn to the use of a Domehawk CCTV camera in the town’s Harbour Place following dozens of anti-social behaviour call-outs in recent times.
Loud music, engine revving, shouting, swearing, littering and urinating have all been highlighted by fed up residents, while people living in the flats nearest the shore have been plagued by drivers flashing their headlights into the windows.
It is hoped the latest CCTV measure, which seemed to curb similar problems in the area previously, will help reduce the problems.
Police confirmed warning letters have been sent out to the owners of vehicles spotted taking part in such activities.
One local said the behaviour of a “mindless” minority had spoiled their way of life.
“It’s been a total nightmare,” the Harbour Place resident said.
“It was happening every weekend and they’d be there until the early hours of the morning getting up to all sorts. They are just ignorant and have no regard for anyone else.
“The people would just congregate there and didn’t have any consideration for people who live nearby, so I’m glad something’s being done about it.”
Police patrols were stepped up in response to more than 20 calls in three weeks.
The Domehawk cameras have previously been in Harbour Place and the town’s Moray Way North, where there was a spate of anti-social behaviour reports.
The camera operates at 12 frames a second and includes zoom capability and a hard drive computer, which is able to download images on to a DVD to be used as court evidence if needed.
A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “Over the last few weeks we have received numerous calls to Harbour Place in relation to anti-social behaviour.
“The public car park there has, once again, become a gathering area for nuisance motorists.
“As before, the camera will not be a permanent solution and may be removed if required elsewhere.
“Residents are encouraged to contact police on 101 if there are any issues and, where possible, provide registration numbers of any vehicles involved.
“Warning letters have already been sent out to some registered keepers and further action be taken if their behaviour continues.”
