Vandals attack play area

VANDALS and arsonists are plaguing a popular play area

Youths have stolen wheelie bins from nearby homes and set them alight on the Tarmac at Herringthorpe Valley Park’s multi-use games area

Sgt Bill Bell said: “The heat from this has been so intense that it’s caused quite a bit of damage to the equipment and the paint on the surrounding fence.

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“There are two things here. The first is the obvious danger of the type of action which causes this damage.

“And the second is that mindless vandals, a small minority, are spoiling the fun for the majority of kids who use this play area for its rightful purpose.”

Officers are keen to speak with anyone who has useful information about the damage, and in particular over the weekends of December 11/12 and 18/19.

If you can help, contact Wentworth South Safer Neighbourhood Team on 01709 832422 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.