A homeless couple sleeping rough on Plymouth Hoe have been found accommodation.
It comes amid complaints that groups are partying and leaving behind rubbish, though there is no evidence to show the people in the tent were involved.
Passers-by contacted Plymouth Live concerned that the campers were breaking lockdown rules as the restrictions are loosened.
Others have been criticised for gathering in large groups, dropping rubbish and even setting dozens of balloons adrift in the sea.
But police said the homeless couple were not breaking any COVID-19 regulations.
They attracted attention after pitching a tent in the most prominent location possible, close to Smeaton’s Tower.
One dog-walker, who wanted to be anonymous, said: “With the clubs and pubs shut, party-goers are descending to the Hoe.
“Police patrols of the Hoe during the stricter period of lockdown need to be brought back to curb this as it's causing much havoc for local residents and families who visit.
“Groups are now gathering here every day and is a hot spot for anti-social behaviour.”
Another woman, who took the picture of the tent early on Friday morning, said: “I do understand this is an unprecedented time but I have seen police just drive past groups of people on the Hoe waterfront.
“It is very frustrating when you are trying to keep others safe and you see breaches.”
But a spokesman for Devon and Cornwall Police said: “Police have been to speak to a homeless couple who set up camp near to Smeatons Tower, Plymouth Hoe, and signposted appropriately to get support and housing.
“Police have found that the couple aren’t in breach of any COVID-19 regulations.
“Officers have been conducting patrols in areas of concern brought to their attention by members of the public, and police would encourage people to continue to report concerns to the police so officers can respond accordingly.”
A Plymouth City Council spokesperson added: “Our multi-agency rough sleepers team were aware of some people sleeping on the Hoe and were able to support their move on to suitable accommodation.
“If you are aware of someone sleeping rough, please don’t assume that we already know. Always let us know, either by calling the PATH team on 01752 255889 or by logging on to www.plymouth.gov.uk/roughsleeping. ”
Police have been called to gatherings in the sunshine on the waterfront from Mount Wise to Bovisand in the last few days.
