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Vandals smash multiple shop front windows in Newport

This in from the police, in their own words. Ed


Police on the Isle of Wight are investigating after three shop windows were damaged in Holyrood Street, Newport just before 2.10am on Saturday, February 4.

Police were called when a member of the public heard glass smashing and an alarm sounding. On attendance damage had been caused to three shops, no attempt was made to gain entry.

Three businesses affected
The Smokehouse Burger Company, ‘One Holyrood’ B&B and an antique shop called ‘Minstrels OnThe Hill’ were the three premises damaged.

PC Tom Wyld said:

“This appears to be an act of vandalism rather than an attempt to remove property from inside.

“The area would have been busy around this time with people leaving nearby pubs and clubs. If you saw what happened or can help us identify who is responsible please get in touch.”

Get in touch
Anyone with information should contact PC Wyld at Newport police station on 101 quoting 44170044436. Alternatively call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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