Investigation launched after silent soldier memorial vandalised

An investigation has been launched after a silent soldier memorial in Wrexham was vandalised.

The statue, which pays tribute to those who gave their lives to protect others, was damaged outside the Wrexham Memorial Hall in Bodhyfryd.

North Wales Police say that t damage to the statue was reported on July 11 but it is not currently known the exact time or date it was caused.

District Support Sergeant Rhian Hughes said: “It is disappointing that someone would see fit to vandalise a memorial which serves as a reminder of those who have given their lives to protect others.

“We have launched an investigation into this disrespectable behaviour, and I would ask anyone with information about the damage to contact us.

“I would also request that anyone who may have footage of the area that may assist us in discovering when the damage took place to contact us.”

Anyone with information that could assist our enquiries should contact police via our website, by calling 101, or anonymously via Crimestoppers, quoting reference 24000607424.