Vandals cause damage to the South Shields seafront undercover walkway
Brickwork along South Shields’ undercover walkway has been damaged by vandals.
South Tyneside Council is arranging repairs after brickwork was damaged along the undercover walkway on the South Shields promenade.
The local authority has stated that it “appears to be the result of anti-social behaviour and has been reported to the police”.
The Council has confirmed that its teams have inspected the area and are in the process of arranging the required repairs.
While awaiting the works, South Tyneside Council has asked members of the public to “take extra care” when passing through the undercover walkway section.
A spokesperson for the Council said: “We take damage to public spaces seriously and are working with partners to address ongoing issues and prevent further incidents.
“If you have any information about this damage or witness anti-social behaviour, please report it to Northumbria Police or at www.southtyneside.gov.uk/reportit.”
There has been a spate of anti-social behaviour along the seafront in recent weeks, including a 14-year-old arrested on suspicion of assault after a man was injured.