vandalism

Appeal after classic car vandalised in Plymouth

Police are appealing for witnesses after a classic car was vandalised in Plymouth.

The incident took place in the early hours of Friday the 17th June at a garage on Dunnet Road, Southway, Plymouth.

PC Kerry Joines, said: “The car is an MG Magnette, a classic car is the pride and joy of the owner and was stored in a garage not far from the owners home. A neighbour close to the...

PCSOs help restore fraud victims' garden

Plymouth police rolled up their sleeves to lend a hand to two retired nuns who have been repeatedly conned by rogue traders for shoddy home and garden work.

Gemma Summers, 70, and Rachel Wadding, 76, handed thousands of pounds to cold callers this year on the promise that they would carry out a range of work at their Leigham home.

In one instance they were charged around £3,500...

Action to tackle vandalism at disused hotel

Urgent action is being taken to tackle ongoing problems with vandalism and anti-social behaviour at a derelict hotel in Plymouth.

Plymouth City Council has asked the owners of the disused Quality Hotel to – which was subject to the latest in a series of arson attacks earlier this week – to urgently put in place measures to improve its appearance, tighten security at the site, and make...

Powerboat vandalised in engine theft

Police are seeking thieves who ransacked a powerboat in Plymstock and stole its rare outboard engine.

Offenders entered Plymouth Marine Centre in Pomphlett Road overnight on 7/8 April by cutting through the mesh fence.

Once inside they targeted the Gobbi 19 Limited Edition powerboat moored just outside the marina, stealing the engine and causing extensive damage.

They...