Travellers set up encampment at Wolverhampton park
A group of travellers have set up an encampment at a Wolverhampton city centre park
More than a dozen caravans could be seen on the grounds of East Park, with the area running along Hickman Avenue full of cars, caravans and items belonging to the travellers.
The encampment was reported at around 3pm on Wednesday and members of Wolverhampton Council, along with West Midlands Police, headed down to the park to talk to members of the group.
A spokesman for Wolverhampton Council said the council was undertaking its statutory duties before confirming when the group would be leaving the park.
“The council is aware of the encampment in East Park," he said.
"Council officers, supported by local police, have been at the park today to engage with members of the group.
“We are undertaking our statutory duties in relation to the group before confirming their departure.”
West Midlands Police have been contacted for a comment.
