POLICE are investigating an act of vandalism and theft in a North Yorkshire village.

North Yorkshire Police says the signs around the woodland walk near the pond on Maltongate, in Thornton le Dale, were damaged between April 10 and 12.

A commemorative plaque was also stolen at the same time.

A spokesperson for the force said: “We are requesting the public’s assistance to help establish the full circumstances surrounding the incident.”

Anyone with information that could assist the investigation should contact North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2, and ask for Louise Neville-Beck.

You can also email louise.neville-beck@northyorkshire.pnn.police.uk

If you wish to remain anonymous, you can pass information to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Quote the North Yorkshire Police reference number: 12210096537 or 12210096531.