A mobile CCTV camera is set to be installed in a crime-hit park terrorised by yobs on e-scooters and youths throwing eggs.

The device will be placed at Cheriton Recreation Ground, Folkestone, and cost about £6,000.

Tilak Tamanz, who lives close to the park, told KentOnline hopes the camera will act as a deterrent.

He said: "A few months ago I had eggs thrown at my window.

"I saw a group of youths outside my house at night and the next morning I saw my window covered in eggs. So I think this a great idea."

KentOnline visited the park this week and spoke to some residents about the issues with anti-social behaviour.

One woman, who asked not to be named, said: "I think it would be a really good thing, anything to stop crime in the area is a good idea."

Another added: "This is a great thing for the area. I just hope it lasts.

"Even with the cameras, I still think this area should be policed more."

Folkestone & Hythe District Council is currently drawing up the agreement for the camera, with the hope of completing it this month.

No exact date has yet been given for the installation.

Cllr Peter Gane (Lib Dem) first requested the camera be put in place after listening to the concerns of people living in Cheriton.

"Most of the crime in Cheriton is youth-related," he said.

"People are riding round electric scooters and this causes a lot of nerves for those walking round. This has certainly been one of the hotspots for antisocial behaviour in the area."

Mr Gane is confident that having a camera can help tackle the problems.

"We had a reserve budget for CCTV and this seemed like a perfect opportunity to use that for the benefit of the people," he said.

Kent Police said they were only able to comment in response to specific incidents.