Appeal following criminal damage to Museum Gardens in York

We have extra patrols in the York area following an incident of criminal damage to the Museum Gardens, Museum Street, York.

It happened between 8pm and 10.30pm on Friday 7 June, when a group entered the Gardens and caused damage to buildings, to the gardens and in particular a door that was attached to the city walls.

There has also been damage and harm caused to wildlife at the fountain on Exhibition Square within the same timeframe.

We’re particularly appealing to anyone who may have seen or heard anything.

Please email [email protected] if you have any information that could help our investigation.

Alternatively, you can call North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2 and ask for Fiona Wilding, or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via their website.

Please quote reference 12240101068 when passing on information.

Since these incidents, further incidents of trespass, anti-social behaviour and burglaries to independent traders within the gardens have been reported.

You will see our officers on patrol in the area but please remember – if an incident is ongoing, ring 999 immediately. If you see any suspicious behaviour, you’re not wasting our time, please call 101.