Police deal with reports of anti-social behaviour

Police said they were dealing with three incidents of anti-social behaviour in a Cornish town.

Callington Police said on social media there had been damage to a newly painted memorial tree, a person being in possession of a suspected imitation carving knife and causing "nuisance and upset" in a church.

Police said those responsible were not from the local area but have been identified and would be "dealt with accordingly in due course".

"We have been made of aware of three incidents of anti-social behaviour in the town over the past month," the police force said.

It added: "These have included damage to a newly planted memorial tree, being in possession of a suspected imitation carving knife whilst screaming, shouting, and running around the town square, and lastly entering the church, causing nuisance and upset along with stealing items from the kitchen and causing damage.

"Many thanks to the community for reporting these issues to us and their continued support."

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