Police appeal after vandals trash Ipswich Park & Ride

Police are appealing for information after extensive criminal damage was caused at the London Road Park & Ride terminal over the weekend of 20th June, with a group of young people on e-scooters believed to be responsible.

Police appeal after vandals trash Ipswich Park & Ride
Leaflets were strewn over the floor (Photo: Suffolk Police)

Why it matters: The damage is described by police as significant, with public toilet facilities among the areas affected, impacting local residents and others who rely on the site.

The details: The interior of the terminal was littered with leaflets and brochures strewn across the floor, while the public toilets were left in a severe state of disrepair, with fittings smashed and a fire extinguisher discharged across the floor.

Wet toilet paper was thrown over the and a fire extinguisher was discharged all over the room (Photo: Suffolk Police)

What they're saying: Ipswich Police said they are "keen to hear" from anyone who saw suspicious behaviour at the Park & Ride, noticed groups on e-scooters in the area, or has CCTV, doorbell, or dashcam footage from the weekend.

What's next: Police are asking anyone with information to quote crime number 37/35816/26 when contacting them via 101 or online. Reports can also be made anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

The bottom line: The damage has left a shared public facility in a sorry state. If you were in the area over the weekend of 20th June and saw anything suspicious, police are urging you to get in touch.


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