POLICE are appealing for witnesses after the latest attack by vandals in Thirsk.

Ten windows were broken at the town’s comprehensive school between 7.30pm and 8pm on Sunday. Police say a damaged handrail was also left on the school roof.

It’s the latest incident after a campaign was launched by the town Council to monitor cases of local vandalism following a series of incidents, including graffiti daubed over the police station and damage at a new play area.

PC Quita Passmore, of Thirsk Safer Neighbourhood Team said: “I need to speak to anyone who can help to identify those responsible for this mindless act of vandalism and urge them to contact the police straightaway.

“I also need to speak to anyone who was in the area of the school around the time of the damage. I would remind people that it is extremely foolish to go onto a building’s roof.

"It could be dangerous for anyone who does not know what they are doing or without the correct safety equipment. Anyone falling from a roof may suffer a serious injury, if not worse.”

Contact Thirsk police on 101, or email quita.passmore@northyorkshire.pnn.police.uk.