A COUNCIL has reported a surge in vandalism to dog waste bins.

One bin on the River Walk in Witham has needed to be replaced three times in just the past six months due to the vandalism.

The most recent incident resulted in fire damage to the bin and yet another replacement.

Witham Town Council said each new bin costs approximately £100 and is dealt with swiftly by the Council's Operations Team so as not to distract from the much-loved area.

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The council are keen to hear of any information regarding the incidents.

Witham’s Community Special Constables do patrol regularly throughout the town to discourage any anti-social behaviour and any information about vandalism can be reported in the first instance to the Town Hall on 01376 520627 or to Essex Police on 101.