Damage has been caused to a Scarborough school’s double-decker bus that was being converted into a classroom.
Police in Scarborough are investigating criminal damage to a decommissioned double-decker bus in the grounds of Gladstone Road Primary School on Wooler Street.
The incident occurred overnight between Friday 13 May and Saturday 14 May 2022.
Light fittings and a heater were damaged, but nothing is believed to have been stolen.
The bus is being converted into a classroom and was within days of being in use following a two-year project.
Forensic examinations have been conducted along with other enquiries in the area to help identify those responsible.
Anyone with information that could help the investigation is urged to contact North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2, and ask for Nathaniel Scott. Or email nathaniel.scott@northyorkshire.police.uk.
If you would prefer to remain anonymous, please contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.
Please quote reference number12220082070 when providing details.
In an uplifting turn of events the bus is now being repaired after a local building firm stepped in to fix the damage.
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