Another speed camera cut down in Cornwall
It follows a number of similar incidents in recent weeks
Last updated 17th Nov 2023
Another speed camera has been cut down in Cornwall, this time at Longdowns.
It follows a number of similar incidents, the most recent happening on the A394 at Trewennack near Helston last week.
Last month, the average speed cameras at Perranarworthal on the A39 were damaged. At the time Adrian Leisk, Head of Road Safety for Devon and Cornwall Police said:
"Saddened for the local community who championed their installation and campaigned for years to do so.
"These cameras have improved road safety. Investigations are underway to identify the mindless vandals who did this. They have achieved nothing."
Police say the incident at Longdowns happened in the early hours of this morning (Friday 17 November). Enquiries remain ongoing.
Superintendent for local policing, Ian Thompson said: "The recent rise in criminal damage to speed cameras in the West Cornwall area continues to cause concern. Such acts cause a danger to the public and diverts resources from critical police activity.
"They also disrupt local communities and road users, and the cost of repair falls on the taxpayer.
"We are investigating these crimes and continue to urge the community to report any suspicious activity or share information that might help our enquiries.
"Please contact the police on 101 and quote reference number 50230302450."
Cornwall Council say they will be replacing the camera at the earliest opportunity.