VANDALS have trashed an under-construction playground in Coventry, delaying its opening.
Police say play equipment which was being installed at Jardine Crescent in Tile Hill was ‘deliberately, extensively’ damaged some time before June 23, as well as machinery being used to install the new equipment.
The damage has delayed the opening of the new playground, meaning its programme of summer activities may not be able to go ahead.
The new Multi-Use Games Area is a joint effort between West Midlands Police, Coventry City Council and the Football Foundation designed to help bring the community together through sport.
A West Midlands Police spokesperson said: “This damage has caused delays to a community asset costing thousands of pounds.
“Anyone who thinks they know who is responsible, or anyone with information which could help in our enquiries, can call 101 quoting crime number 20/296574/26.”
