Vandals damage school's memorial bench

Wednesday, 11 November 2020 10:10

By Jason Roberts @ChpsChsGrvy

Police are investigating after vandals damaged a bench dedicated to the memory of a teacher.

Officers from the Eastern Neighbourhood Community Team says the incident happened between Monday, October 26 and Thursday, October 29 at Cronk-Y- Berry School.

The bench's concrete setting and tribute plaque were both damaged in the attack, which is the latest in a string of such incidents at the school.

Anyone who has any information about those responsible can contact police anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.

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