Vandalisms probed by police
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A SERIES of vandalisms in Aberdeenshire are being investigated.
Officers in Inverurie are investigating a number of incidents in the Garioch area over the last week.
Since Tuesday, September 1 a total of 18 incidents of vandalism have been reported to officers which are all thought to be linked.
Between Tuesday, September 1 and Tuesday September 8 a total of 13 residential properties in the Chapel of Garioch and Burnhervie areas were targeted plus Keith hall Primary School and the Keith hall Community Hall.
A further three residential properties in the Blackburn, Thainstone and Blairdaff areas were targeted.
Investigating officer PC Gary Christie commented: "Vandalism, when it occurs, is quite often targeted at public buildings, disused property or street furniture such as bus shelters and signs. Residential properties being targeted at random is a highly unusual occurrence and is especially rare for the Garioch area.
"We are obviously keen to progress this enquiry and detect those who are responsible for these senseless crimes as soon as possible. We believe that on most occasions a stone has been thrown in order to break windows and that those responsible have left the scene in a car.
"If anyone has any information on these crimes or has noticed anything unusual in the areas where these crimes have taken place I would urge them to get in touch with police. The total damage caused to these properties amounts to a low four figure sum and has really distressed the victims. We are determined to find who is responsible and ensure they face the consequences of their actions."
Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
