Police appealing for the public's assistance following criminal damage within a children's play park

Police are appealing for the public's assistance following numerous incidents of criminal damage within the children's play park on Church Road in Stainforth.

Over the past six months damage has been caused to park facilities, including:

Damage to the baby swing, with chains and bolts broken

Fires being set to the rubber safety mats

Damage to fence panels

Vandalism to the chicane designed to prevent off-road bikes accessing the area

A spokesman said: “This behaviour puts children at risk and takes away a safe, enjoyable space for families within the community of Stainforth and Barnby Dun.

“It also costs time and money to repair – resources that could be better spent improving the area for everyone.

“We are keen to identify those responsible and would ask anyone who has witnessed any damage being caused or may have information (including CCTV, dashcam or mobile phone footage) to come forward.”

To report any incidents ring 101 (or 999 in an emergency). You can also share information anonymously via Crimestoppers.

The spokesman added: “Even small details could make a big difference.”