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Pig dung has been used to combat loitering youths in the town of Middlesbrough.

A thick layer of manure has been spread in the woods of Coulby Newham by the local council after residents complained about young gangs congregating nearby.

Officials were spurred into action after police found drug-related paraphernalia while investigating the area.

"Following complaints, an inspection of the area revealed it was being used to drink alcohol and take drugs, as paraphernalia known as 'bongs' were found," a spokesman told The Darlington And Stockton Times.

"Feedback from the residents indicated that although there was a slight whiff [nearby], they would much rather have a pong than a bong."

The use of pig dung as a crime-fighting measure has been backed by Councillor Jan Brunton, who admitted to being somewhat sceptical of the idea when it was initially proposed.

"At first I was against it because of the smell. I would rather have found another way," she said. "But I am pleased to say it has worked. I don't know where the youths have gone, but they're not here. It does not smell now but the manure is still here, so it has acted as a deterrent."