Vandals target centre for vulnerable people

A centre for vulnerable people with additional support needs had its windows smashed by “mindless” vandals during a spate of incidents.

The offences happened between 11pm on Wednesday and1amyesterdayinduddingston View and Bingham Avenue, Edinburgh.

Several cars and buildings had their windows smashed including a sheltered housing complex for youngsters and adults with additional support needs.

Chief Inspector Kevin Mclean said: “This mindless criminal activity has affected some of the most vulnerable people in the area.

“The resulting damage has caused a significant impact on the services that these local organisations are able to offer the community.

“We are appealing for information and would ask anyone who can assist our inquiries to get in touch with us as soon as possible. This will help us to trace those responsible and hold them to account.”

Officers are trying to trace two men who were seen on bikes in the area at the time.