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Up to 20 youths damage vehicles and smash windows

Kelly Withers
BBC News, Somerset
Avon and Somerset Police The picture shows a car window smashed. The car is a Seat and is white in colour. The picture was taken at night time.Avon and Somerset Police
A number of vehicles have been damaged in Saint Augustine Street, Taunton

Police investigating reports of criminal damage are looking for up to 20 young people.

A group of between 10 and 20 youths aged from 12 to 17 are suspected of causing criminal damage to vehicles in Saint Augustine Street, Taunton, on 22 May.

Avon and Somerset Police said a golf club was also reportedly thrown, causing damage to a window at a business.

It is believed a concrete block was used to smash a car windscreen during the incident, while bottles were allegedly taken from recycling bins before being smashed on the road, police added.

Avon and Somerset Police A hole is smashed in the upper right corner of a window, with part of the glass missing. The edge is jagged.Avon and Somerset Police
A golf club was reported to have also been thrown causing damage to a window of a business

The people involved are described as youths wearing dark clothing, with some wearing hoods and shorts.

Neighbourhood officers have increased patrols in the area which will continue while the investigation takes place.

Police say CCTV inquiries are being carried out and anybody with information should contact them.

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