19-year-old arrested on suspicion of criminal damage

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A 19-YEAR-OLD man has been arrested on suspicion of criminal damage after 13 vehicles and three buildings were damaged in South Somerset.

Avon and Somerset Police confirmed they have received several reports this morning (Monday, April 27) of cars being damaged in South Petherton.

So far, police said they are aware of 13 vehicles and three buildings that have sustained damage, but believe there may have been other incidents as well that have not yet been reported to them.

A 19-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of criminal damage and is in custody.

A spokesperson for Avon and Somerset Police said: "We would encourage anyone who has had their vehicle damaged, and has not yet reported it to us, to contact us online or 101, quoting reference number 5226114353, providing their vehicle registration and contact details.

"Anyone with dashcam or CCTV footage that may be able to help our investigation can contact us via the same number."

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