Youths have reportedly been seen chasing cows and throwing things at them.

The Pickersleigh Safer Neighbourhood Team is carrying out patrols in the area after receiving reports of anti-social behaviour.

Police were informed that youths had been throwing items at cows and chasing them on Moat Farm.

"This anti-social behaviour is unacceptable and causes the cattle to be alarmed, which in turn could put those responsible in danger of being seriously hurt," said PCSO Kevin Tudge.

"We are working closely with the farm and carrying out patrols of the farm and will deal with anyone found to be responsible accordingly.

"We recognise that the vast majority of young people are responsible and would never commit such behaviour, however, we ask that parents be aware of where their children are in the evenings and what they are getting up to."