Hammer damage in Redruth town centre sparks police appeal

Shop windows and parked cars were targeted in Redruth town centre yesterday afternoon. Members of the public stepped in before officers arrived. Police now want to hear from anyone who saw it happen, or who has found damage to their property since.

Devon & Cornwall Police is investigating multiple reports of criminal damage in the town and has appealed for witnesses to come forward.

What was reported

Shortly after 4pm on Thursday 15 October, police received a report that a woman was damaging shop windows and cars with a hammer and making threats in Redruth town centre.

Police say they understand a number of businesses in the town have been affected, as well as vehicle owners. Anyone who saw what happened, or whose property was damaged, is being urged to get in touch.

Officers have also thanked the members of the public who intervened before police arrived and prevented possible further incidents.

Woman arrested

A 35-year-old woman from Redruth has been arrested on suspicion of criminal damage. Police say she remains in custody at this time.

How to help the investigation

Police are investigating and are asking anyone who witnessed the incident, or who has information or dashcam footage that could help, to come forward.

Information can be passed on through the Devon & Cornwall Police website or by calling 101, quoting reference number 50260277082.

Information can also be given anonymously to independent charity Crimestoppers online or by calling freephone 0800 555111.

📷Credit: Devon & Cornwall Police