Police believe children as young as ten years old are responsible for an attack on a vets' surgery.

Vandals targeted Haven Veterinary Practice in Elm Tree Avenue, Frinton, smashing five windows.

It is believed the youngsters, who were spotted by a passerby, picked up Tarmac from nearby road repairs to throw through the double-glazed windows.

They caused damage which will cost more than £500 to repair.

Vet Peter Gard said it was the second time windows had been broken in a week.

Sgt John Scott, of Walton police, said he was confident the culprits would be recognised from the descriptions given to the police.

Both the boys, who had dark-coloured BMX bikes, are described as about 5ft in height and about ten years old.

The first had blond curly hair, wore a blue hooded top, blue jeans and white trainers.

The other boy was of slim build and wore a black bomber jacket and also had blue jeans and trainers.

Anyone who has any information should contact Clacton police on 01255 221312.

Published Wednesday, April 9, 2003

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