Appeal for information after cars damaged in Whitby

Officers from North Yorkshire Police are appealing for information and CCTV footage after several cars were damaged, and car door handles tampered with, in Whitby.

The incidents occurred in the areas of Waterstead Lane, Fishburn Road, and Oswy Street, at around 4am to 5am on Saturday May 30.

Police have appealed for information after several cars were damaged in the early hours of May 30

placeholder image — Police have appealed for information after several cars were damaged in the early hours of May 30

Police are particularly appealing for information about any disturbances or noises heard around that time, and anyone who may have noticed damage to their plants or shrubs between May 29 and 30.

A spokesperson for North Yorkshire Police said: “We are also encouraging residents to check CCTV cameras around this time, particularly road-facing cameras and those which have a view of parked vehicles.

“Please email PC 586 Barnes via [email protected] if you have any information that could help our investigation.

“Alternatively, call North Yorkshire Police on 101 and ask for PC586 or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via their website.”

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