Teen released after 'rats go on crime spree' in Southport as area on watch Police say they have stepped up patrols in the area 15:31, 20 APR 2021 Get the best local news with our Sefton newsletterInvalid EmailSomething went wrong, please try again later. Sign Up Now When you subscribe we will use the information you provide to send you these newsletters. Your information will be used in accordance with ourPrivacy Notice. Thank you for subscribingWe have more newslettersShow meSee ourprivacy notice A teenager was released without charge after reports of a "little rat" trying to enter cars on driveways and pavements in Southport.