Vandals damage York sports centre used by community teams

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 20 Oct, 16:02 · Archive

Heslington Community Sports Centre in York was targeted by vandals who smashed windows and forced locks in the early hours of Saturday, October 17.

Heslington Community Sports Centre in York was targeted by vandals in the early hours of Saturday, October 17. The attackers smashed windows, ripped off shutters and forced locks on internal doors at the building near The Outgang on Main Street in Heslington.

The clubhouse is used by football teams during winter and cricket teams throughout the summer, benefitting children up to senior players. North Yorkshire Police issued an appeal following the incident, which they described as a suspected burglary. A spokesperson confirmed that no arrests had been made by Tuesday afternoon.

Rob Stonadge launched a Go Fund Me appeal to cover the repair costs and improve security around the clubhouse. The appeal attracted support from more than 60 people, raising £2,250 within days towards a £3,000 target. Donations included £100 from Fulford Vikings U14s team. Stonadge wrote that the funds would cover repairs and aim to improve security measures to deter and prevent future vandalism.

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Vandals wreck York sports clubhouse used by children and community teamsVandals have smashed windows, ripped off shutters and forcibly damaged locks at a York clubhouse used by numerous community sports teams.York Press · 20 Oct, 15:18
Vandals wreck York sports clubhouse used by children and community teamsVandals have smashed windows, ripped off shutters and forcibly damaged locks at a York clubhouse used by numerous community sports teams.Gazette & Herald (Malton) · 20 Oct, 15:18

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