HUNDREDS of residents on a Darlington estate have backed calls for security cameras.

Vandal attacks in the Skerne Park area have led to demands for closed-circuit television to stamp out the problem.

Neighbourhood Watch co-ordinator Tracey Gregory has collected 300 names on a petition which will be sent to MP Alan Milburn.

Watch organisers say problems on the estate are escalating.

Last week, hooligans daubed graffiti on the walls of the Skerne Park pub.

In October, Arriva North-East withdrew bus services after youths terrorised drivers and passengers.