'Drug dealers only' parking spaces highlight London crime

The bay markings and signs were quickly removed by council workers.

The bay markings and signs were quickly removed by council workers.

Parking spaces designated for “Drug dealers only” appeared on an east London street last month as residents sought to highlight drug crime.

Locals have been concerned about open drug dealing in the area so they commissioned a group of artists called the Columbia Road Cartel to launch the campaign on Sunday 17 September.

Penny Creed, vice-chair of the Columbia Road Tenants and Residents’ Association said: “Eight to 10 users congregate on a street waiting for dealers to...

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