Vandals pour oil over Kidderminster skate park

The unknown offenders climbed over an eight foot fence to pour oil all over the equipment at Brinton Park on Sunday.

Wyre Forest District Council is now appealing for information and has urged anyone who witnesses anything to call West Mercia Police.

Councillor John Thomas, cabinet member for operational services, said: "This dangerous act of vandalism is not acceptable and could easily have endangered someone’s life.

“At a time when our teams are already stretched, it’s disgraceful that time and resources are going into a complicated clear up operation.

“Our landscape team has assessed the damage and we may need expert help to make sure the oil is properly cleared up.

“We have spoken to the skating community to make them aware of what’s going on. They are understandably upset.

“If anyone saw or heard anything on Sunday 31 May which could help West Mercia Police with their investigation please let them know.”

All of the council's skate parks and play areas are currently closed due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Anyone who may have seen the incident, or heard any illegal activity taking place at the skate park in Brinton Park, should call West Mercia Police on 101.

Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or at crimestoppers-uk.org