POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a series of incidents of criminal damage to vehicles in Ipswich.

Between 8pm yesterday and 6am this morning, 18 vehicles in Rosehill Road have had their tyres slashed.

Pc Simon Betts from Ipswich said: “We are conducting investigations into these incidents and are urging all residents to keep a close eye on anything suspicious they may see or hear in the community.

“Officers are conducting enquiries and speaking to residents in the area to gather information.

“This is a petty and destructive crime that will not be tolerated.”

Anyone with information about the incidents should call Pc Betts on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.