52 vehicles damaged in attack of vandalism (From Swindon Advertiser)

52 vehicles damaged in attack of vandalism

2:52pm Tuesday 24th February 2009 in News

TWO men have been arrested after a rampage which saw 52 vehicles damaged.

Thirty-two vehicles parked at Swindon Railway Station and another 20 in the town had windows smashed and other damage caused to them.

The attacks happened last night.

Two men, aged 21 and 25, were arrested on suspicion of theft from a motor vehicle. Both are from Swindon.

The 25-year-old is still being questioned and the 21-year-old has been released on police bail pending further inquiries.

Acting Detective Inspector James Taylor said: "We have been working closely with British Transport Police officers during this investigation.

"We would urge all drivers to take all necessary safety prevention steps when leaving their car including not leaving valuables inside including documents, removing charging cables and wiping away sat nav marks from windscreens if present."

Anyone with information is asked to call 0845 408 7000 or Crimesstoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.