Vandals have caused thousands of pounds worth of damage in a series of graffiti attacks around Southport’s railway since autumn 2022. The reckless acts have brought train services to a halt and wreaked havoc across the network.
Trains Vandalised, Services Disrupted
Sgt Andrew Richardson slammed the graffiti spree as far from harmless. He said: “Graffiti might seem like a victimless crime but this kind of damage takes the trains out of action, causes thousands of pounds of damage and has a knock-on effect for the whole network.”
Dangerous Stunt Risks Lives
He added: “It’s also incredibly dangerous. Is this kind of behaviour really worth risking your life for?”
Spot the Vandals? Speak Up Now!
If you recognise anyone in the images, report them immediately. Contact British Transport Police by texting 61016 or calling 0800 40 50 40 with reference 332 of 10 March.
You can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
