Catapult smashed window in Ludgershall

Thursday, 11 January 2024 at 00:00

Wiltshire Police are investigating after a window was damaged in Ludgershall.

It's believed the damage was caused by a catapult-fired ball bearing, and it happened on the morning of Sunday, January 7th.

In a statement, police said, "We are appealing for information after a window was damaged in Faberstown.

"Between 10.15 pm and 10.30 pm on January 7, an unknown suspect is thought to have used a catapult to fire a ball bearing at the window of a property in Andover Road, Faberstown, causing damage.

"Anyone who witnessed the incident or anything suspicious, or anyone who was passing the area at that time and may have dashcam footage is asked to contact us online or on 101 quoting reference 54240002717."

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